Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Early Career Geologist
Collect and analyze environmental and geological data through field sampling and lab work.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Under general supervision, the geologist will perform routine field work such as soil, groundwater, stormwater, and gas sampling, as well as drilling and well installation. Responsibilities include maintaining quality control, generating precise electronic and field‑notebook documentation, adhering to safety and site‑specific procedures, applying modern analytical techniques, completing assigned training, and acting ethically in accordance with WSP’s Code of Conduct. • Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, stormwater, and gases, including drilling and well installation. • Maintain quality control standards for accurate measurements and documentation. • Generate precise electronic and field‑notebook reports on sample collection and analysis. • Follow safety guidelines, site procedures, and maintain thorough sample and location records. • Utilize modern techniques to analyze organic and inorganic compounds. • Complete assigned training and uphold WSP’s Code of Conduct. • Work independently under general supervision and collaborate within a team.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸field sampling
- ▸drilling
- ▸quality control
- ▸report generation
- ▸analytical techniques
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field, 0‑1 year of relevant experience, strong research and analytical skills, familiarity with hazardous substance reduction and environmental regulations, effective communication abilities, self‑leadership, attention to detail, and proficiency with technical writing and office software. The candidate must have a solid safety record, a valid driver’s license, and be willing to travel up to 50% of the time. Preferred qualifications are participation in professional organizations, familiarity with ArcGIS, gINT, or OpenGround Cloud, and a 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. WSP offers a flexible, agile workplace model and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings. • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline. • Possess 0‑1 year of relevant experience with strong research and analytical abilities. • Understand hazardous substance reduction, environmental regulations, and record‑keeping requirements. • Communicate effectively with both scientific and non‑scientific audiences. • Demonstrate self‑leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills. • Proficient in technical writing and office software; familiarity with ArcGIS, gINT, OpenGround Cloud (preferred). • Maintain a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel up to 50% of the time. • Preferred: 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸arcgis
- ▸gint
- ▸hazwoper
- ▸research
- ▸driver's license
Benefits
Team members gain access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse colleagues across the globe. • Access to a flexible work model and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings.
Work Environment
Field