Consulting Associate, Geologist or Engineering

Shape the Future of Environmental Solutions Join a global leader in sustainability consulting and make a tangible impact on environmental challenges. As a Consulting Associate, Geologist or Engineering in Northern California - Sacramento or Walnut Creek CA, you'll play a strategic role in advancing site investigation and remediation projects that protect communities and ecosystems. This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to innovate, collaborate with industry experts, and grow your career in a purpose-driven organization. Why This Role Matters ERM is at the forefront of environmental and engineering solutions. In this role, you'll contribute to projects that safeguard natural resources, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable outcomes. Your work will directly influence the health and safety of our environment while supporting clients in achieving their sustainability goals. What Your Impact Is * Deliver high-quality technical solutions for site investigation and remediation projects. * Support the design and implementation of cutting-edge remediation systems. * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, protecting both people and the planet. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex environmental challenges. What You'll Bring Required * BS in geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or engineering. Or equivalent experience. * Recent graduate to 3 years of relevant experience, with interest in field assignments. * Strong commitment to safety and adherence to Health and Safety protocols. * Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce detailed technical reports. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. * Flexibility to multi-task, travel, and work with minimal supervision. * This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Preferred * Environmental field work experience. * 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Key Responsibilities * Support remediation system design and installation. * Conduct piping system assessments and prepare Piping & Instrumentation Design drawings. * Perform field work: sampling, drilling, well installation, remedial pilot tests, construction oversight, and system operation/maintenance. * Assist with groundwater sampling and performance monitoring. * Compile and evaluate environmental data (soil, groundwater, air, sediment). * Prepare regulatory reports and supporting figures/exhibits. * Conduct Phase I and II environmental site assessments for property transactions. * Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. * Communicate effectively with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities. * Manage tasks within quality, budget, and schedule expectations. For the Consulting Associate, Geologist or Engineering position, the anticipated annual base pay is $66,910 - $86,464 USD. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible). We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees. Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures. 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! Candidates may be invited to complete an online assessment as part of our recruitment process. All personal information will be handled confidentially and in compliance with data protection laws.

Created: 2026-04-02