Geologist

Essel, a leading environmental services company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for our clients is currently seeking a talented and motivated Geologist:

As a Project Geologist, you will play a key role in conducting geological and environmental assessments, performing field investigations, and analyzing data to support our projects. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists to evaluate and mitigate potential environmental risks and impacts.

Position: Project Geologist (Full-time)Location: Tustin, CA

Primary Responsibilities:

• • Analyzing geological data and preparing technical reports
  • Evaluating potential environmental risks and impacts
  • Developing and implementing remediation plans
  • Project and task management
  • Preparation of technical reports
  • Development and oversight of remedial/removal actions
  • Field sampling and procedures
  • Implementation of soil and groundwater investigations
  • Oversight of munitions response projects
  • Business development and proposal preparation
  • Personnel supervision and staff development/mentoring
  • Delegating tasks and developing "win themes"
  • Building an area of expertise and internal reputation as a technical resource
  • Comprehensive understanding of project management, including scheduling and cost controls
  • Managing client expectations and maintaining communication with clients and regulatory agencies
  • Reporting project status to the program manager
  • Conducting field investigations and collecting geological samples
  • Assisting with environmental assessments and compliance
  • Collaborating with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders
  • Using specialized software and equipment for data analysis and mapping

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• • • Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental and engineering consulting, remedial actions, and munitions response projects
    • Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university
    • 40-hour OSHA certification and current 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
    • Proficiency in MS Office Suite Products
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    • Ability to interact effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, field operations, technical staff, and subcontractors
    • Capability to write project work plans, health and safety plans, traffic control plans, erosion control plans, etc.
    • Ability to travel up to 25 to 50 percent of the time to project sites, as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• • • Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, or related field
    • M.S./P.G. or other professional certifications
    • Demonstrated experience managing and executing environmental/remediation construction
    • Previous involvement in preparing or contributing to project proposals

Benefits

Key Benefits:

• • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Discounted fitness membership
  • On-the-job training
  • Educational assistance
  • Opportunities for career advancement