Senior Geologist
Senior Geologist - Baton Rouge, LA
An established environmental consulting firm is looking for a Senior Geologist to join its Baton Rouge office. This is a senior technical and leadership role. You'll lead site investigation and remediation projects across Louisiana from start to closure, manage project staff, and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and regulators. It's a good fit for a licensed geologist who knows the Louisiana regulatory landscape well and wants to grow a strong team.
Responsibilities
- Lead site investigation and remediation projects from initial assessment through design, construction, and operation, maintenance, and monitoring (OM&M).
- Manage a mix of UST, non-UST, and non-petroleum projects for a diverse client base.
- Apply LDEQ RECAP (Risk Evaluation/Corrective Action Program) standards and Management Options to evaluate site risk, set cleanup goals, and move sites toward closure.
- Prepare and review technical reports, corrective action plans, and regulatory submittals for LDEQ.
- Oversee field work, including drilling, sampling, and remediation system installation and operation.
- Supervise and mentor staff and mid-level geologists, scientists, and field technicians.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and subcontractors, and keep work high-quality and on time.
- Act as a main point of contact for clients and regulators, building lasting relationships.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology or a closely related field. A Master's is a plus.
- Professional Geologist (PG) license required. A Louisiana PG is preferred, or the ability to get one.
- 8+ years of environmental consulting experience in Louisiana.
- Demonstrated RECAP experience, including risk evaluation, Management Option work, and LDEQ submittals.
- Strong background in site investigation, remediation, construction oversight, and OM&M.
- Experience with UST and non-UST sites, including non-petroleum contaminants.
- 3+ years of experience managing people and/or projects.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills, with a confident, client-facing approach.
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