Entry Level Geologist

About the Role

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Geologist to join our Resilience Environment team in Seattle, WA. This role involves both field and office work, with 70% to 90% of time spent in the field. You’ll contribute to improving quality of life by assisting in environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers (PMs) and Task Managers (TMs) in planning and executing environmental projects.
• Oversee drilling for soil sampling and groundwater well installation.
• Conduct groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, and operation/maintenance of remediation systems.
• Perform vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys and other fieldwork tasks.
• Prepare subcontracts and oversee subcontractor work.
• Write technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda.
• Coordinate tasks, compile and interpret data, prepare cost estimates, and develop health & safety plans.
• Review regulatory files, write proposals, and manage project schedules and budgets.
• Travel regionally for 1-2 days per week and occasionally within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Geology.

Preferred:

• Current OSHA HAZWOPER 40 HR / 8 HR training.
• Master of Science in Geology.
• 1 year of professional experience.

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated with independent thinking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Adaptable and creative problem-solving skills.
• Good driving record and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in a standing position for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward & recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing programs, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days of PTO per year.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,169 - $89,424 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.