Consulting Senior Associate, Geology
About the role
Join a global leader in sustainability as a Consulting Senior Associate, Geology based in Charlotte, NC. Play a critical role in investigating and remediating contaminated sites, ensuring compliance, and supporting sustainable solutions for diverse industries.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field investigations: soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling.
- Oversee drilling, soil logging, and installation of monitoring wells.
- Perform aquifer testing, well development, and remedial system operations.
- Absorb groundwater and wastewater system performance monitoring.
- Support Phase I and II environmental assessments for property transactions.
- Compile and analyze data; assist in preparing technical reports.
- Prepare compliance work plans, permits, and reports for air quality, hazardous waste, stormwater, and wastewater.
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
- Communicate effectively with subcontractors, regulators, tenants, and clients during field activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, environmental science, or related discipline (Master’s a plus).
- GPA of 3.0 or higher or equivalent experience.
- 1+ years of relevant experience.
- Willingness to perform field work (standing/walking full days).
- Strong commitment to safety and adherence to Health & Safety protocols.
- Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
Preferred
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
- GIT or EIT certification.
- Experience with technical data recording and report writing.
- Local candidates preferred; regional candidates considered.
Benefits
At ERM, you’ll work alongside industry experts, gain hands-on experience, and help shape a cleaner, safer future. We offer a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits program that includes health insurance, retirement savings options, and paid time off.
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible working hours to accommodate fieldwork requirements.
Who We Are
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM, we believe in creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We support clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.