Project Geologist

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is seeking a Project Geologist to join our Environmental Investigation & Remediation team in Tempe, Arizona. In this role, you’ll support meaningful environmental projects across Arizona—helping assess, investigate, and remediate sites in a way that protects communities and the environment. This is a hands-on, field-focused role with opportunities to grow technically while working alongside experienced professionals who value safety, teamwork, and quality.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform environmental site investigations, including soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling
• Oversee drilling activities, log soil samples, and support monitoring well installation
• Collect, document, and manage accurate field data, notes, photographs, and chain-of-custody records
• Support environmental remediation, Brownfields, and due diligence projects across Arizona
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports, work plans, and project documentation
• Travel to local and regional project sites and work safely outdoors in varying conditions

You’ll thrive here if you have

• A bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 2–5 years of environmental consulting or related field experience
• A strong safety mindset and commitment to following health and safety procedures
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet project deadlines
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Arizona
• Preferred candidate will be 40-hour HAZWOPER trained.
• Willingness to learn United States Environmental Protection Agency and State of Arizona environmental regulations and standard field procedures and methodologies related to site investigation, remediation, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental compliance projects.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life: