Geoscientist
Pompton Lakes, NJ - USA
Job Summary
We seek a Geoscientist to support environmental site investigation remediation and regulatory compliance across a variety of sites and contaminants. You will spend a significant portion of time in the field performing sampling and overseeing subcontractors while contributing to data evaluation figures and technical reporting. This mid-level role emphasizes strong field execution quality data management and effective coordination with project managers subcontractors and laboratories.
Key Responsibilities
Perform field programs for environmental site investigations including soil groundwater and soil vapor sampling under established SOPs and quality protocols.
Support and oversee day-to-day drilling activities well installation development purging and sampling; document lithology and prepare detailed field logs.
Coordinate subcontractors (e.g. drillers excavation survey) and manage field logistics equipment and materials to meet scope schedule and safety requirements.
Execute groundwater gauging NAPL characterization/recovery support and O&M activities for remediation systems as directed by the project team.
Collect preserve and ship samples; complete chain-of-custody and field documentation; ensure data quality and adherence to SOPs.
Conduct data QA/QC analyze and interpret environmental datasets and prepare figures cross sections boring logs and data summaries to support conceptual site models.
Contribute to technical deliverables (e.g. Investigation Work Plans Monitoring Reports Data Summary Memos Remedial Action Reports) with clear concise technical writing.
Support site health and safety implementation (JHAs tailgate meetings PPE use) and maintain a strong safety culture during all field activities.
Assist with waste characterization profiling and coordination of hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal activities.
Communicate effectively with project managers clients (as appropriate) laboratories and agencies; track field progress and flag issues early.
Maintain and calibrate field instruments; help improve field tools checklists and data workflows for efficiency and consistency.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Geoscience Geology Environmental Science or related field AND 2 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting (site investigation sampling drilling oversight data QA/QC and reporting support) or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and education.
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (current) and ability to maintain annual refreshers.
Valid drivers license subject to a motor vehicle records check.
Successful candidate will have to pass a background check and a client administered drug assessment along with a medical surveillance program.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong field documentation data analysis and technical writing skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint.
Familiarity with federal and state environmental regulations and guidance (e.g. EPA OSHA; state-specific programs as applicable).
Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather and terrain lift/carry field equipment and travel as project needs dictate.
Masters degree in Geology Hydrogeology or related discipline; or 35 years of consulting experience with increasing responsibility.
Experience with groundwater and vapor intrusion investigations aquifer testing LNAPL/DNAPL assessment and remediation system O&M.
Working knowledge of environmental remediation technologies and best practices (e.g. mechanical recovery SVE/AS in-situ treatment).
Proficiency with tools such as GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS) gINT/ESlog EQuIS AQTESOLV or groundwater modeling basics (e.g. MODFLOW) is a plus.
OSHA 30-hour Construction (current) and other relevant safety certifications.
Exposure to client communications schedule/budget tracking or small task coordination; ability to provide on-the-job guidance to junior field staff.
Familiarity with regional regulatory frameworks (e.g. NJDEP NYSDEC NYC DEP/OER) where applicable.
Additional Information :
About AECOM
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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