Project Geologist

ARM Group LLC has an exciting opportunity for an early-career to mid-level environmental scientist/geologist working full-time with one of our long-term clients in the Baltimore area. The selected professional will work full-time at the clients location and join an existing environmental team of ARM Group and client engineers and scientists to provide a wide range of services including data collection testing services, data analysis/organization, documentation, technical report preparation and preparation of cost estimates and proposal information for environmental projects. Collaboration, effective communication with all stakeholders along with the ability to proactively recognize issues, develop solutions and seek guidance will be key to success in this role.

Location: This position can be filled in our Columbia, MD office.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and prepare subsequent reports.
• Draft technical documents including Site Characterization Reports, routine Groundwater Monitoring Reports, Response Action Plans, Work Plans, and Sampling & Analysis Plans.
• Pro-actively recognize conditions and problems of non-routine nature, develop solutions, and seek guidance when needed.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) review of work product and collaborate effectively with team members through ARM’s peer review and QA/QC processes.
• Sampling and monitoring of soil, groundwater, surface water, and air media using properly calibrated instruments.
• Detailed description and logging of soil/rock cuttings and cores during drilling activities.
• Observe and document construction activities of monitoring wells, injection wells, and recovery wells to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
• Complete daily field reports and test summaries documenting the work being performed.
• Evaluate and manage large volumes of Laboratory Data
• Design and manage groundwater monitoring well networks in a variety of geologic settings.
• Prepare cost estimates and proposal information as requested.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet deliverables on projects and obtain further knowledge and experiences.
• Effectively communicate with key stakeholders including the client, regulators, project managers, project engineers, and other members of the project team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology
• 4-6 years’ experience in related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS a plus.
• Possess excellent analytical problem-solving skills.
• Team orientated with the ability to perform independent hands-on fieldwork and reporting.
• A self-starter possessing strong communication and organizational skills.
• Desire to work on multiple projects in parallel rather than a single large project for months.
• Requires travel to job sites and, on occasion, out of the local area overnight stays.
• Valid Driver’s license in good standing required.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Geology
• G.I.T or P.G. certification, or the opportunity to obtain such certifications while employed at ARM Group can be developed.
• OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER, training preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Desire to work outside in all climates and conditions.
• Ability to walk and stand continuously throughout the day, often on uneven surfaces with frequent bending and stooping.

Your Wellness, Our Priority: A Look at Our Benefits

We invest in our team's well-being and future through a comprehensive benefits package with a range of offerings designed to support you holistically. Our health and wellness offerings include two Health Insurance options (Traditional PPO and QHDHP with an HSA), vision and dental coverage, life insurance, disability protection, accident and critical illness coverage. To enhance your future financial security, we provide a 401(k) with company match, HSA/FSA accounts, and 529 college savings plans. Work-life balance is prioritized through our generous PTO starting at 15 days per year and 10 paid holidays per year, giving you ample time to rest, recharge, and attend to life outside the office. An Employee Assistance Program is provided to you and your household with resources to assist you in managing a variety of situations. We invest in your professional growth through our Tuition Reimbursement program and continuing education opportunities. After 6 months of employment, all team members become eligible for quarterly bonuses, providing additional avenues for financial growth. This robust package is designed to foster a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally, underscoring our dedication to your overall well-being and future success.

Compensation Description:

$60,000 - $85,000/year, based on experience