Environmental Scientist/Geologist

About the Role

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Geologist/Environmental Scientist to join our team in San Francisco, CA or Concord, CA. This position requires both field and office work, with an expectation of spending 50% to 75% of time in the field. The role offers mentorship and professional growth opportunities within the Resilience Environment team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers (PMs) and Task Managers (TMs) in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.
• Conduct fieldwork including soil, groundwater, and/or vapor sampling.
• Fieldwork training opportunities include:
• Overseeing drilling for soil sampling and groundwater well installation.
• Groundwater sampling.
• Subcontractor oversight.
• Operation and maintenance of remediation systems.
• Vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys.
• Prepare subcontracts and oversee the work of subcontractors.
• Write and prepare technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda.
• Office work may include:
• Task coordination.
• Data compilation and interpretation.
• Cost estimates.
• Health & safety plan preparation.
• Report writing.
• Regulatory file reviews.
• Proposal writing.
• Project strategy development.
• Schedule and budget management.
• Establishment of subcontracts.
• Support National emergency response teams for unforeseen incidents (e.g., train derailments, pipeline releases), which may require unanticipated travel and work outside standard business hours.
• Focus on health and safety during all fieldwork.

Travel

• Field work requires regional business travel for up to 1-2 days per week on average.
• A few times per year, travel will be required within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time.
• Estimated travel is up to 75% during the first two years, reducing to typically 50% by the third year.
• Travel expenses are reimbursable.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Exhibit independent thinking.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team setting.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.
• Adaptable.
• Creative problem solvers.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s of Science in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related field (i.e., environmental science, physical science).
• Preferred: Master of Science degree in Geology or closely related field.
• Preferred: Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.