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

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

Key Benefits:

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