Staff/Project Environmental Consultant - Geologist, Engineer or Scientist (Field)

Montrose Environmental Group

Country: United States of America

Location: USA-CO-Remote

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: September 27, 2024

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients’ biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.

Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Our Staff/Project Environmental Consultant - Geologist, Engineer or Scientist (Field) position is located in Colorado. [Depending on experience, we may hire as Staff level or Project level.] This field position will support our client, Chevron, a very large oil/gas operator in the DJ Basin. We plan to hire multiple team members into this position type, and anticipate growing our team in support of this project. This position will have a combination of field/office/remote work. There is potential, initially, for the position to be performing assessment remediation in the field 5 days/week in the DJ Basin. For that reason, we are only considering candidates who are local to the area (or willing to relocate), and agreeable to this work arrangement. This work consists of supporting large portfolio projects, is fast-paced, can be technical in nature, and interaction with clients & regulators is required. This is certainly a “resume builder” opportunity, as the selected applicant will be supporting a number of projects. Our company has doubled in size in the past 4 years, and our strategy is to continue this trend. We have massive growth opportunity at Montrose. The sky is the limit!

As a key member of the Environmental Consulting & Engineering team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

  • Perform day-to-day operations, including soil sampling, hand augering, installation of monitoring wells, overseeing the removal of impacted soil groundwater.
  • Daily timesheet entry, and timely submission each Friday, the 15th, and last day of each month.
  • Support technical writing efforts, including proposals, technical reports, permits & permit-related documents.
  • Provide quality, on-time work product for clients, both internal and external, and within the Oil/Gas Sector.
  • Support full-life cycle of several small- to large-scale oil & gas remediation projects, each at different phases.
  • Support multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Support data collection and database management in support of our clients and internal use.
  • Under the direction of the Project Manager, may assist to coordinate and maintain efforts to oversee quality of work for our projects, project schedule, scope of work, budgets, and client relations associated with our clients.
  • Support preparation and completion of project deliverables.
  • Communicate with clients where needed, under the direction of the Project Manager.
  • Ensure environmental compliance of field and lab data with regard to permits and regulatory standards. 
  • Practice safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
  • Participate in continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
  • The position may require travel and an occasional overnight stay.
  • Travel to offices, project sites and project meetings on an as-needed basis.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • Requires a valid driver's license and successful clearance of a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug test.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Engineering, or equivalent science degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
  • Soil and groundwater experience is preferred but not a must.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
  • Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Solid organization and time/project management skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities (i.e. self-starter, self-motivated).
  • HAZWOPER certification (Preferred but not required).
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and related design software (Preferred but not required).
  • Physical ability to perform outdoor field work.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Strong organization skills.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Detail-oriented.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

  • Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.
  • Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges.
  • An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues.
  • Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.
  • Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $80,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography.
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401k with a competitive 4% employer match.
  • Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.
  • A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation.
  • Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers.

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Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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