Principal Consultant, Geologist (Principal Level)

22 days ago
Full time role
In-person · St. Louis, MO, US... more

ERM is looking for a motivated, hands-on senior-level environmental professional to join our consulting firm in St. Louis, MO. Operating under the direction of partners and commercial leaders, the successful candidate will work on and manage a variety of site investigation and remediation projects under CERCLA, RCRA, and state programs throughout Missouri, Illinois, other parts of the US. You will have the opportunity to work with technical experts on these projects and learn how to implement innovative and sustainable site investigation and remediation technologies. As a senior technical resource, you will be responsible for safely managing project work, preparing technical deliverables, supervising and mentoring junior staff, and growing client relationships and sales.  ERM will provide an environment for you to develop your career along with your leadership, client relationship building, and technical consulting skills. Ultimately, you will be able to support the growth of our business by delivering exceptional value to clients across multiple industry sectors.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform and coordinate project work involving site investigation, utility location and clearance, risk assessment, and remediation of soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion on projects with moderate to complex technical/regulatory issues.

  • Plan and coordinate site investigation and remediation field work including sampling of various media, well installation, vapor intrusion assessment, and remedial construction and O&M.

  • Review and interpret environmental data, develop conceptual site models, identify data gaps, and develop scopes of work, schedules, costs, and health and safety plans for projects under various regulatory programs.

  • Perform technical writing and preparation of complex client deliverables, such as reports and work plans, with minimal oversight.

  • Evaluate remedial alternatives and assist clients to develop cost-effective closure strategies including regulatory negotiations.

  • Lead the pilot testing and design of remedial technologies for contaminated soil, groundwater, or vapor intrusion, evaluate performance, and optimize remedial strategies to maximize effectiveness and client value.

  • Appropriately delegate assignments to project team members, engage ERM technical experts, and mentor junior staff to bring the most value to our clients.

  • Prepare proposals, work independently to grow business development efforts with existing clients and identified leads. Maintain and grow client relationships to generate repeat business and new business across all of ERM’s service lines.

  • Build strong collaborative relationships with ERM employees, clients, and subcontractors.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s or higher degree preferred) in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related discipline.

  • For engineers and geologists, having a PE or PG or the ability to obtain them is a plus.

  • 6-8 years (15+ years preferred) of experience, with progressive project management and technical experience for moderate to complex site investigation/remediation projects under CERCLA, RCRA and state programs.

  • Ability to build strong relationships with clients and grow sales.

  • Organized individual with effective written and verbal communication skills and experience working in a team environment.

  • Environmental field work experience and 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.

  • Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

  • Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.

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. 

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!