Managing Consultant, Environmental Remediation Geologist or Engineer (Senior Level) - Environmental Resources Management Southwest, Inc.

ERM is seeking a hands-on Managing Consultant, Environmental Geologist or Engineer with consulting experience and established client relationships, to play a key role in growing our business in New Orleans, LA. The ideal candidate will be proficient with a variety of site investigation techniques and technologies. In this role, you will work closely with ERM Partners to lead a variety site investigation and remediation projects to support our power, chemical, and oil & gas sector clients. ERM's collaborative culture provides knowledge sharing of best practices and ongoing learning opportunities for our consultants, allowing you to build your own individualized career path. This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts to implement the latest investigation and remediation technologies and apply your knowledge and experience as a licensed professional.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to business development of ERM’s global Liability Portfolio Management and Remediation service area. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business.

• Manage field work, including soil, sediment, ground water, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, drilling oversight and soil logging, soil boring and monitoring well installation, well development, purging and sampling, and construction oversight.

• Coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services.

• Provide management and leadership in construction oversight on environmental remediation projects, and operations and maintenance of environmental remediation systems.

• Preparation of site work plans, spreadsheets, figures, and technical reports.

• Manage and oversee Phase I and II environmental due diligence assessments to support property transfer transactions.

• Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance projects, including preparation of plans and reports for environmental permit applications.  

• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.

• Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.

• Assist in developing scopes of work and cost estimates for use in competitive proposals.

• Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors in geology or engineering; Masters a plus.

• 4+ years of experience, including willingness/interest in field assignments.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team but will be expected to take ownership of all tasks assigned.

• Ability to work on projects located in Louisiana and adjacent states for short term assignments.

• Proficiency with a variety of site investigation techniques to sample environmental media.

• Working knowledge of applicable environmental regulations.

• Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports;excellent writing skills and strong attention to detail are critical to this position.

• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.

• Strong computer literacy skills, including proficiency in industry standard software (MS Office suite).

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

• 40-hour HAZWOPER training a plus.

• Texas P.E. or P.G. license is a plus.

• Ability to succeed in a consulting pace, handling multiple project assignments, and maintaining flexibility, while meeting strict deadlines.

• Local candidates preferred.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!