Consultant, Geology

About the Role

The role begins with field work and will transition the successful candidate into project management responsibilities, requiring technical writing, strong communication, and effective schedule and budget management. • Determine data collection methods for soil, groundwater, surface water, stormwater, air, sludge, and other environmental matrices. • Conduct investigations, inspections, and surveys to gather information and plan future environmental needs. • Prepare tables, charts, visualizations, and accurate reports to present data and findings. • Write technical reports and presentations that recommend solutions to prevent, control, or restore environmental problems. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for data integrity, documentation, and record retention. • Assist in scoping and developing medium‑ to large‑scale projects and oversee cross‑functional teams. • Develop and implement Work Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), and Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) per Federal guidelines. • Interact professionally with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients. • Conduct research and support proposal development. • Stay current on environmental science techniques and uphold ethical decision‑making per WSP’s Code of Conduct.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸data collection
• ▸field investigation
• ▸data visualization
• ▸technical reporting
• ▸regulatory compliance
• ▸project management

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related technical discipline. • Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental investigations, including planning, field work, data processing, technical writing, and presentations. • Working knowledge of state and Federal protection regulations, guidelines, and permitting processes. • Project management experience with small to medium‑size projects. • Strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills to interpret test results and identify effective solutions. • Proven track record of workplace safety and adherence to WSP health, safety, and harassment policies. • Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise technical reports independently. • Effective interpersonal and communication skills for scientific and non‑scientific audiences. • Self‑leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment. • Ability to mentor junior team members and enforce QA/QC standards. • Willingness to work extended schedules, travel (including overnight), and pass HAZWOPER physical and motor‑vehicle screening. • Agreement to comply with client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policies. • Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field. • Preferred: Experience with quantitative hydrogeologic analysis. • Preferred: Proficiency in creating graphics using preferred software platforms. • Preferred: Completion of 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER training (29 CFR 1910.120). • Preferred: Basic First Aid and Adult CPR certification.

Requirements

• ▸geology degree
• ▸3+ years
• ▸project management
• ▸critical thinking
• ▸hazwoper
• ▸quantitative analysis

Benefits

WSP offers a comprehensive benefits suite—including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, and generous paid time off—along with a salary range of $78,300 to $103,000 based on experience and location. • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage. • Retirement savings plans are provided. • Paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave, and other personal time off are offered. • Additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Work Environment

Field