Consulting Associate, Geologist/Scientist/Engineer (Entry-Level)

ERM is seeking a hands-on Consulting Associate, Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join our consulting firm, reporting into our Baton Rouge, LA or New Orleans, LA offices depending on applicant qualifications. The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting site investigation, remediation, and decommissioning/demolition, and hazardous waste management projects throughout our Gulf Business Unit service area; however, opportunities for travel throughout the United States and globally may also occur. 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, ground water, 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.
• Assist in data interpretation and preparation of site work plans, spreadsheets, figures, and technical reports.
• Perform Phase I and II environmental assessments to support property transfer transactions.
• Vegetation GPS mapping/Wetland Delineations a plus
• Focus on team project delivery, taking direction primarily from Project Managers.
• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, stakeholders, and clients during field activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors in geology, hydrogeology, environmental engineering, environmental science, or natural sciences and environmental policy. Masters a plus. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Or equivalent experience. 
• Recent graduate (3 years preferred) of experience, including willingness/interest in field assignments.
• State/Federal environmental regulatory knowledge and/or experience a plus
• 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 a plus.
• 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.  
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training a plus.
• Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments, and maintaining flexibility, while meeting strict deadlines.
• Local candidates preferred.