Consulting Associate, Environmental Engineering, Geology / Scientist

About the Role

As a Consulting Associate in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or Science, you will play a key role in investigating and restoring soil and groundwater systems for clients in Atlanta, Georgia. Your work will help communities and businesses achieve safer, cleaner environments. Key responsibilities include evaluating contamination extent, supporting risk assessments, and assessing remediation alternatives; conducting field investigations, sampling, and data collection; overseeing drilling, sampling, and subcontractor activities; designing and optimizing remediation systems; preparing work plans, cost estimates, schedules, and proposals; and compiling and analyzing environmental data using spreadsheets, databases, and GIS. You will also set up and calibrate groundwater flow models, deliver accurate technical reports and client presentations, ensure health and safety compliance, and collaborate with project teams to achieve client satisfaction and timely project delivery. • Evaluate contamination extent and support risk assessments • Conduct environmental field investigations, sampling, and data collection • Oversee drilling, sampling, and subcontractor activities • Design and optimize remediation systems using engineering techniques • Prepare work plans, cost estimates, schedules, and proposals • Compile and analyze environmental data with spreadsheets, databases, and GIS • Set up, calibrate, and document groundwater flow models • Produce accurate technical reports and client presentations • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and PPE protocols • Collaborate with project teams to achieve client satisfaction and timely delivery

Key Responsibilities

• ▸contamination assessment
• ▸field sampling
• ▸remediation design
• ▸data analysis
• ▸groundwater modeling
• ▸technical reporting

What You Bring

ERM NewFields is looking for motivated problem‑solvers who are eager to turn their passion for science and sustainability into real‑world impact. This entry‑level consulting associate role offers a chance to launch a meaningful career in environmental remediation, with daily challenges and growth opportunities. You will gain hands‑on experience collecting and analyzing soil and groundwater data, designing and managing remediation projects, and developing high‑quality technical reports and presentations. Your contributions will support informed client decisions, strengthen environmental compliance, and protect natural resources in a fast‑paced consulting environment. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, engineering, civil engineering, or a related discipline, along with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, sound judgment, and excellent written and verbal communication. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office and database software, able to perform fieldwork, lift up to 30 lb, sit for extended periods, and hold a valid driver’s license. Medical clearance and appropriate PPE are mandatory, and the role does not offer immigration sponsorship. Preferred qualifications include the ability to obtain HAZWOPER certification, familiarity with ArcGIS and database software, experience preparing technical reports and presentations, and knowledge of remediation system design and optimization. Core competencies for success are attention to detail, resilience and adaptability, trust and respect for diverse perspectives, strong interpersonal skills, effective communication in all settings, and unwavering ethics and integrity. • Hold a bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, engineering, or related field • Demonstrate strong analytical, problem‑solving, and judgment skills • Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication abilities • Proficient in Microsoft Office and database software • Capable of fieldwork, lifting up to 30 lb, and extended computer use • Maintain a valid driver's license and obtain medical clearance for site visits • Preferred: ability to obtain HAZWOPER certification • Preferred: familiarity with ArcGIS and database software • Preferred: experience preparing technical reports and presentations • Preferred: knowledge of remediation system design and optimization

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸problem solving
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸arcgis
• ▸hazwoper
• ▸driver's license

Work Environment

Field

Interview Process

-complete an online assessment as part of the recruitment process.