Geologist

A leading national environmental and land development consulting firm is seeking an experienced Project Environmental Scientist, Geologist, Engineer, or Hydrogeologist to join their Chicago, IL office. This organization is consistently recognized as a best-in-class employer and is known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and strong commitment to employee development.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing environmental investigation and remediation projects, providing technical expertise, overseeing field operations, mentoring junior staff, and supporting client interactions across a variety of project types throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage environmental investigation, remediation, and due diligence projects from planning through execution.
• Conduct complex quantitative and technical analyses for environmental and engineering studies.
• Oversee field programs, ensuring accurate interpretation and documentation of findings.
• Prepare, review, and edit technical reports, proposals, scopes of work, and regulatory submissions.
• Support business development activities, including client meetings, proposal contributions, and identification of new opportunities.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior staff; assist with hiring as needed.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across offices and technical groups.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the firm's quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• PE, PG, or LEED AP preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience.
• Proficiency in environmental due diligence, investigation methods, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with quantitative modelling, data analysis, and related software tools.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong written, verbal, and public communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, budgets, and timelines.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends based on project needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; bonus programs; education reimbursement; flexible schedules; and robust professional development and mentoring programs.