Consulting Senior Associate, Remediation (Entry Level)

ERM is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Consulting Senior Associate, Remediation to join our growing team in Austin, TX.

The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting site investigation, remediation, and hazardous waste management projects throughout Texas and our Gulf Business Unit.

You may also have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, covering the full spectrum of ERM’s services.

This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts to implement the latest investigation and remediation technologies, while building the required experience to obtain your professional registration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Conduct field work, including soil, sediment, groundwater, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, drilling oversight and soil logging, soil boring and monitoring well installation, well development, purging and sampling, and construction oversight.


* Coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services.


* Provide construction oversight on environmental remediation projects, and operations and maintenance of environmental remediation systems.


* Compile and evaluate soil, groundwater, air, sediment and other environmental data.


* Assist in preparation of reports for submittal to regulatory agencies.


* Review groundwater chemistry data and prepare figures/exhibits to support regulatory reporting.


* Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments to support property transfer transactions.


* Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.


* Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.


* Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities.

REQUIREMENTS:


* BS in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or environmental engineering required.

Or equivalent experience. 


* 1+ years of experience, including willingness/interest in field assignments.


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


* Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports required.


* Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments and maintaining flexibility while meeting strict deadlines.


* Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.


* Environmental field work experience and 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus.


* Up to 50% regional travel


* Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.


* Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.  

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