Staff Geologist

This position is for a Staff Hydrogeologist / Environmental Geologist focused on site investigations, regulatory compliance, field operations, data interpretation, and technical reporting. Key Requirements Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field Minimum 3 years of relevant environmental consulting or hydrogeology experience Professional Geologist (PG) or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) in South Carolina preferred (or ability to obtain through reciprocity) Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record Technical Skills Candidates should have experience with: SCDES UST investigations and regulatory reporting SCDES Voluntary Cleanup Program assessments and reporting Groundwater monitoring well installation Soil borings and vapor pin investigations Oversight of drilling subcontractors Soil and rock logging using USCS classification Soil, groundwater, surface water, and soil vapor sampling QA/QC and chain-of-custody procedures Slug tests and hydraulic conductivity evaluations Conceptual Site Model (CSM) development Groundwater contour mapping and contaminant plume mapping CAD and GIS software Risk assessments and corrective action planning Technical report writing Primary Responsibilities Lead hydrogeologic field investigations Supervise drilling and sampling activities Analyze hydrogeologic and geochemical data Develop maps, cross-sections, and conceptual site models Prepare: Site-Specific Work Plans (SSWPs) VCC Work Plans Initial Site Characterization Reports Tier I/II Assessments Media Management Plans Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) Support regulatory closure, No Further Action (NFA) determinations, and Certificate of Completion acquisition Mentor and oversee junior staff Physical & Travel Requirements Regular field work in varying weather conditions Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and 100 lbs occasionally Climbing, kneeling, crawling, and working around drilling operations Overnight travel may be required Ideal Candidate The strongest candidate will have: Environmental consulting experience in South Carolina Direct UST assessment and remediation experience Strong technical writing skills GIS/CAD proficiency Experience managing subcontractors and field crews Ability to independently complete site investigations and regulatory deliverables