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.
  
  

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!