Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist (Entry Level)
Company: Environmental Resources Management (ERM)
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Job Description:
Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineer, Geologist or
Scientist (Entry Level) ERM is looking for a motivated,
detail-oriented Consulting Associate, Environmental
Geologist/Scientist/Engineer to join our growing team in Chicago,
IL. The successful candidate will work on a variety of interesting
site investigation, remediation, and hazardous waste management
projects throughout our Great Lakes Northeast Business Unit service
area; however, opportunities for travel throughout the United
States and globally may also occur. You may also have the
opportunity to work on a variety of projects, covering the full
spectrum of ERM's services. 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, groundwater, 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.
- Compile and evaluate soil, groundwater, air, sediment and other
environmental data.
- Assist in preparation of reports for submittal to regulatory
agencies.
- Review groundwater chemistry data and prepare figures/exhibits
to support regulatory reporting.
- Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments to
support property transfer transactions.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local
regulations.
- Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and
scope-specific assignments.
- Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants,
and clients during field activities. REQUIREMENTS:
- BS in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or
environmental engineering required. Or equivalency of 8+ years
related experience.
- Recent graduate to 2 years of experience, including
willingness/interest in field assignments.
- 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 required.
- Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple
project assignments and maintaining flexibility while meeting
strict deadlines.
- Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on
troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
- Environmental field work experience and 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER
certification a plus.
- Up to 75% regional travel with multiple overnight stays; 25%
office work.
- Strong commitment to safety, including following established
Health and Safety protocols.
- Valid driver's license and a good driving record. For the
Consulting Associate, Scientist position, we anticipate the annual
base pay of $59,094 - $66,644 USD. An employee's pay position
within this range will be based on several factors including, but
not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications,
experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel
requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or
organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual
discretionary based performance bonus. We offer a comprehensive
package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave,
medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance,
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees
as applicable. You can apply for this role through or through the
internal careers portal if you are a current employee. 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. 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!
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Keywords: Environmental Resources Management (ERM), Orland Park , Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist (Entry Level), Professions , Chicago, Illinois
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