Staff Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist - #1404939

Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI Consultants, Inc. continues to grow and expand, both in our technical services offerings and geographic coverage. GEI is currently seeking Staff Professionals to help expand its growing business within our Buffalo, NY office.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Under supervision of senior staff, candidates will work on a variety of environmental projects throughout the region. Responsibilities include conducting environmental site assessments, overseeing the advancement of test borings and the installation and sampling of monitoring wells, sediment sample collection, vapor investigations, and performing aquifer testing and environmental sampling. The role also involves environmental compliance and permitting opportunities.
• Candidates will be responsible for providing technical oversight to subcontractors, including evaluation of field activities, and assisting in the development of investigation workplans.
• In addition, candidates can expect to perform data management and quantitative analysis, prepare reports, and assist in the preparation of and delivery of technical presentations with clients and/or regulators.
• Opportunities to perform groundwater flow and transport modeling as well as other quantitative analysis in the field of groundwater and contaminant transport.
• Assist senior engineers with remedial alternatives analysis, design of site remedies including excavation, in-situ solidification, in-situ remediation, subsurface barrier walls, sediment caps, and pump-and-treat systems for hydraulic control and contaminant removal.
• Outline, compose, and present written arguments based on site-specific data and scientific judgment. Clear, concise, persuasive writing is a core requirement for this role.
• Apply analytical methods and graphical presentation tools and integrate information to support scientific conclusions.
• Collaborate with team leads locally and nationally to support program initiatives and needs.
• This position has a field component. Travel, including overnight travel, may be requested. Candidates should be prepared to work in inclement conditions, year-round.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Geology, Environmental Science, or Civil/Environmental Engineering. M.S. is preferred.
• 0-3 years of professional experience in environmental consulting. Knowledge of NY environmental regulations a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with technical analysis software, CAD, MS Office, MS Project, and PowerPoint. Experience with GIS software a plus.
• The candidate must be willing and able to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
• Must hold a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• 40 hr. HAZWOPER is a plus.
  
  

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $62,000.00 – $80,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…
  
  

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure Risks)

Weight around 50 lbs

Usual Workday Hours

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.