Project Geologist

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused environmental consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex.

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing environmental consulting and engineering firms in the US. We take pride in keeping our clients happy and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

We are currently seeking to add an Environmental Project Geologist to join our dynamic team in Bend, Oregon. 

Apex is seeking a talented, enthusiastic, and detail-focused individual who is interested in joining a growing and high-performing team. Our Bend Environmental group handles a diverse workload consisting of remedial investigations/feasibility studies (RI/FS), Phase I and II due diligence, stormwater monitoring/compliance, landfill monitoring, site remediation/cleanup, hazardous material inspections, air quality evaluations, and construction management/oversight. This position involves project and technical task management; design and oversight for soil and groundwater remediation systems; work plan preparation and general consulting for multi-media environmental compliance projects. The ability to work with multiple contractor teams, serve as a project manager, and interface with regulatory agencies are key elements for this position.

We seek a self-starter with a solid foundation of technical knowledge and a willingness to solve complex problems with appropriate mentorship and training. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is up for the challenge. 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Project Management includes client-facing communication, workflow schedules, project staffing, subcontractor management, and budget management.
• Develop scope and fee proposals and communicate directly with clients on project implementation.
• Manage large and complex tasks to ensure internal and external expectations are met for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Plan and coordinate environmental assessments, remediation, and compliance projects in the field and office.
• Perform a variety of field work tasks including multi-media sampling activities, environmental assessments/site investigations, remedial implementation, cleanup/abatement project oversight, and subcontractor/construction management.
• Field oversight of construction and/or remedial action projects related to cleanup and removal actions, hazardous materials, waste management, site development, and/or environmental systems.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports (e.g., phase I ESAs, site characterization, work plans, remedial investigation, feasibility study and other reports) in support of environmental assessment, investigation, and remediation projects.
• Technical review of environmental assessments, hydrogeologic studies, landfill monitoring and cleanup projects.
• Interpret geological, hydrogeological, and chemical data.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Engineering from an accredited university.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in environmental consulting with a focus on site investigation, environmental remediation, hazardous materials, and due diligence projects.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate (with current 8-hour annual refresher course certification) or willingness to obtain.
• Perform multi-media field sampling activities including groundwater, surface water, vapor, soil, air, and sediments.
• Proven well-developed technical writing skills for delivery of project reports, including Phase I ESA, Phase II ESA, Remedial Investigation, Feasibility Study, Corrective Action Work Plans, and closure documentation.
• Self-motivated to set appropriate priorities and effectively manage their time to support the success of their team. Shows ability to listen and seeks to understand viewpoints of others.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills allowing for positive internal, client, and contractor relationships.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record.

Desirable Qualifications

• State of Oregon licensure as a Registered Geologist (RG) or Engineer (PE).
• Experience with regulatory compliance on a state and federal level and/or out of state is considered.
• Knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA and Oregon DEQ regulations.

Why you'll love working for us:

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