Associate Consultant, Geology

Company Description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Ramboll in the Americas

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Are you excited about understanding, interpreting, and navigating complex policy issues? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you a curious and open-minded person?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Consulting group as our new Associate Consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Job Description

Your new role

As our new Associate Consultant, you will be part of our interdisciplinary Chicago, Illinois team. You will work with all levels of expertise from entry level team members to members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their fields. Consultants and Managers are part of a continual learning environment where they learn through coaching, mentoring and on-the-job tasks.

• Planning and Conducting Site Investigations, including drilling oversight and logging, monitoring well installation, soil and groundwater sampling as well as subsurface and indoor air monitoring.
• Providing oversight and direction of field activities and communicate with senior staff;
• Assisting with preparing reports and deliverables for submittal to clients and regulatory agencies;
• Assisting with project schedules and budgets; and
• Working in diverse and multi-user team environments

Qualifications

About you

• Minimum requirement is Bachelor’s Degree in Geology/Geosciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related degree.  Master’s Degree in related fields a plus.
• Candidates must be willing to travel up to 35-50% average over the year and possess a valid driver’s license. Travel may include overnight stays and may be out of state. Travel duration may range from 1-10 days, depending upon the specific requirements of each project.
• Physical requirements of the position include but are not limited to; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or negligible force constantly to move objects. Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, sit, push/pull, lift and grasp. Employee may be subjected to frequent repetitive motions, weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, loud noises and hazards (i.e.: proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles). Worker may be required to wear personal protective equipment up to and including a respirator and protective clothing due to potential exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases or poor ventilation. Ramboll has a strong Health and Safety program in order to protect and empower its employees in any work situation they will be asked to participate.

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

A cover letter connecting your background to the responsibilities of the position is
required. Thank you for your interest in Ramboll!

Salary Transparency

At Ramboll, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role is likely to be compensated at an annual base salary between $59,000 and $74,000.  Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range, depending on numerous factors, including experience, geographical location, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and skill level, and does not include bonuses, overtime, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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