Project Geologist

Apex is seeking a Project Geologist to be remote in Northern California.  

Your Responsibilities as a Project Geologist:

• Conduct and manage environmental investigations, soil and groundwater remediation, soil gas and indoor air evaluations, etc., for a variety of clients with complex technical and regulatory issues 
• Meet with clients and regulatory agencies, including the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Toxic and Substances Control, the Regional Water Quality Control Board and local Environmental Health agencies. 
• Write and review remedial documents and reports such as feasibility studies, remedial and/or corrective action plans, remedial design documents, remedial progress and completion reports, etc. 
• Design and negotiate remedial solutions for contaminated soil and ground water 
• Direct the production of maps and plans in digital format using GIS. 
• Maintain chemical, stratigraphic, and other data and mine data to produce various representations, including time-series graphs. 
• Conduct statistical evaluations of groundwater data, including trend analyses, intra-well comparisons, and inter-well comparisons. 
• Coordinate the investigation of field work for client projects including scheduling and oversight of utility locating, excavation, and drilling firms 
• Assist in mentorship and training of junior staff in field procedures, data management, and GIS production. 
• Meet or exceed client’s scope, budget, and schedule expectations 
• Evaluate sample results and develop tables and figures for technical reports  
• Write and review proposals 
• Mentor, train, and oversee scientific staff and ensure quality work product 
• Ensure project work is completed safely while maintaining quality and integrity of work and data 
• Actively develop your own career growth 

What we're looking for:

• BS in Geology or closely aligned field including completion of a field course of study 
• 10+ years of experience providing environmental consulting services including conducting subsurface investigations, writing technical reports, and using GIS for digital map representations. 
• Experience conducting groundwater sampling using various methods including low-flow sampling 
• California PG required  
• Experience conducting stratigraphic logging using various drilling methods potentially including hollow-stem auger, direct-push, air rotary, and rock coring. 
• 40-hour OSHA certification and current 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher 
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, regulatory agencies, field staff, technical staff, and subcontractors. 
• Ability to write project work plans, health and safety plans, traffic control plans, erosion control plans, etc. 
• Ability to mentor, train, and manage staff 
• Strong technical writing and communication skills 
• Strong safety awareness, good working safety record, and understanding of safe work practices 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite 

Why You'll Love Working for Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
• Performance-based bonuses and other incentives.
• Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.
• The opportunity to work alongside some of the best and brightest professionals in the environmental industry.
• Join a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the United States.

Req ID: 11660