What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Geologist position at Shoener Environmental?
TRC Companies, Inc., a pioneer in groundbreaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960's, is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets. TRC serves a broad range of clients in industry and government, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation.
TRC is seeking a highly motivated Project Geologist for our growing Engineering, Construction & Remediation team in St. Louis, MO. This position would be part of a very skilled team that works closely with Project Managers and other technical leads providing technical support for site investigation, due diligence, groundwater monitoring, remediation, and regulatory compliance projects. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, and personable individual with an eye for detail, a willingness to learn, and a desire to be part of a growing and high performing team.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Support environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance related projects in the field and office.
- Perform a variety of field work including, but not limited to:
- Installation and sampling of soil borings, soil vapor probes, and groundwater monitoring wells.
- Scheduling and oversight of excavation, drilling, and construction subcontractors.
- Use of electronic records collection methods for field efforts.
- Prepare and review technical reports, graphics, feasibility studies, work plans, design documents, and construction documents, including geologic and hydrogeologic interpretation from field investigations and sampling, to summarize data, results, and remedial options.
- Perform data analysis and calculations and assist in database development.
- Support management of medium-to-large, complex tasks to ensure internal and external expectations are met for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
- Assist during proposal development including preparation of work scopes and budgets.
- Travel regionally and state-wide on short and long-term assignment. Travel can range from 50% to 100% of the position, depending on the time of year and type of project.
- Collaborate and interact with colleagues, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Geoscience, or Geology from an accredited university.
- Excellent attitude and ability to work well within a team environment.
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and computer skills.
- Must have a sense of urgency, be self-motivated, and can prioritize tasks.
- Ability to work efficiently under multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
- Ability to manage time independently and to work effectively on a project team.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability (with training) and willingness to perform and manage field work (construction oversight, drilling oversight, soil/groundwater sampling, etc.) for over 50% of the position.
In addition to the minimum requirements above, the qualifications below are highly desired but not required:
- 0-3 year or internship experience in the field of environmental compliance, investigation, and/or remediation consulting preferred.
- 40-hour HAZWOPER health and safety training certificate (with an up to date 8-hour annual refresher course certification), or willingness to take training and enter the medical monitoring program.
- Professional Geologist license or willingness to obtain licensure when eligible.
- Additional trainings and certifications related to the environmental field are desirable and should be noted (e.g., Certified Asbestos Inspector, etc.).
- Excellent verbal and written communication, technical, and problem-solving skills.
TRC offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation package including a 401k plan with a company match.