Geologist/Environmental Scientist - Lake Jackson, TX

About the role

As a geologist/environmental scientist you will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team consisting of experienced technicians, engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and other consulting staff. You will support the delivery of environmental projects by conducting field work, participating in daily tailgate meetings and periodic project-specific calls, reviewing/evaluating data, reporting, and developing strong relationships with internal staff and clients. You’ll have the opportunity to help create a more sustainable world by implementing thoughtful environmental practices and procedures while working on an array of diverse projects primarily, but not exclusively, around Freeport, Texas and the greater Houston area. In this role, you’ll be mentored by experienced staff who will help you start your environmental consulting career at a place like no other.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work including sampling of various mediums (soil, groundwater, air, concrete, sand-blast media, etc.)
• Participate in environmental/geotechnical drilling activities and site assessments
• Oversee subcontractors
• Coordinate and plan field tasks
• Participate in daily tailgate meetings at 7am on Monday through Thursday in Freeport, Texas, and periodic project-specific calls
• Review and evaluate data
• Prepare reports
• Develop strong relationships with internal staff and clients

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in geology or environmental sciences
• Minimum 4 years of experience within environmental consulting or comparable field
• Dedication to a robust health and safety culture
• Ability to conduct work under minimal supervision and work with a team
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a positive attitude
• Demonstrate proficiency and ownership in project tasks
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 70% of the time
• Attend tailgate meetings at 7am on Monday through Thursday in Freeport, Texas

Preferred qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience within environmental consulting or comparable field
• Geology degree or environmental sciences with environmental coursework
• Experience working on active project sites and overseeing subcontractors
• Strong attention to detail when conducting field work and evaluating data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work closely with clients and demonstrate proficiency when discussing project tasks

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Certain roles may be eligible for merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

Base salary range: $66,300.00 to $101,000.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.