Staff-Project Scientist/Engineer/Geologist

About the role

Weaver Consultants Group, an environmental, civil and geotechnical engineering consulting firm, is seeking to expand our Environmental Practice Group in our Chicago office. We are seeking qualified, degreed professionals who will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment. We offer an environment conducive to personal growth and skill development with the opportunity to participate in the entire project life cycle. Our culture appeals to individuals interested in providing technically excellent services in a highly responsive manner focused on meeting our client’s project-specific needs. Since 1991, Weaver Consultants Group has built its reputation on three pillars: exceptional client service, strong project leadership, and smart business management. Our people are our greatest strength—driven professionals who listen, adapt, and deliver results that keep our clients coming back year after year. In an industry shaped by shifting regulations, evolving trends, and rapid innovation, we’ve thrived by embracing change and finding practical, forward-thinking solutions. If you’re looking to join a team that’s dedicated, resilient, and committed to making an impact, you’ll feel right at home here.

Responsibilities

• IEPA LUST & SRP investigation and reporting activities
• ASTM Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
• Soil excavation oversight and confirmation sampling
• Conduct soil, groundwater, and soil-gas sampling
• Oversee soil boring and monitor well installation
• Document review and reporting including laboratory data analysis
• Prepare groundwater elevation contour maps and geologic cross sections
• Communicate effectively with team members, managers, subcontractors, and on-site personnel

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or related field

Skills

• Proficiency with IEPA TACO
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to travel 40–50% (primarily local), occasionally on short notice
• Strong Microsoft Office Word and Excel skills
• Able to work independently with limited guidance and be detail-oriented
• Strong understanding and commitment to health and safety protocols
• Willing to work outside in a variety of climates and traverse tough terrain
• Willing to work at active industrial properties
• Willing to work over and/or outside of regular business hours, as needed
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification a plus
• Proficiency in review, interpretation, and application of local, federal, and state environmental regulations, as well as detailed standards from organizations such as ASTM