Geologist - Environmental Due Diligence
Geologist - Environmental Due Diligence
Knoxville, Tennessee
Position Overview
An established environmental consulting firm is seeking a Geologist to join its Knoxville, TN team. This is a strong opportunity for an early-career professional with 1-5 years of environmental consulting experience who wants to build deeper expertise in environmental due diligence, site assessment, and subsurface investigation.
The position will primarily support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, combining fieldwork, technical reporting, data evaluation, and client/project support. The ideal candidate will have a geology background and be interested in progressing toward Professional Geologist (PG) licensure.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and support Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) for commercial, industrial, and other properties.
- Assist with Phase II ESAs, including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and other environmental sampling activities.
- Conduct site reconnaissance, historical research, records reviews, and evaluation of potential environmental concerns.
- Support subsurface investigations, including soil boring and monitoring well installation activities.
- Coordinate and oversee subcontractors and field activities as experience develops.
- Interpret field and laboratory data and assist with the development of conclusions and recommendations.
- Prepare clear, technically accurate environmental reports and project documentation.
- Support projects involving due diligence, site investigation, and environmental compliance.
- Manage field documentation, sampling records, and health and safety requirements.
- Work closely with project managers and senior technical staff while progressively taking on greater project responsibility.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Geoscience, Earth Science, or a closely related discipline.
- 1-5 years of relevant environmental consulting experience preferred.
- Experience with Phase I and/or Phase II Environmental Site Assessments strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with soil and groundwater sampling techniques and environmental fieldwork.
- Strong technical writing, organization, and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently in the field and collaboratively with project teams.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
- Ability to meet the education and experience requirements necessary to pursue Professional Geologist (PG) licensure.
- GIT certification or an existing PG license is a plus, but not required.
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