Project Geologist

Apex Companies, LLC

. Conduct and manage environmental investigations, soil and groundwater remediation, soil gas and indoor air evaluations for clients with complex technical and regulatory issues .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timePleasant Hill • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental investigations, soil and groundwater remediation, and technical report writing, with a strong focus on client interaction and regulatory compliance. Proficient in GIS for digital mapping and statistical evaluations of groundwater data, while effectively mentoring and managing staff.

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Environmental ConsultingGroundwater SamplingGIS ProficiencyTechnical WritingCalifornia PG Certification

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Hard Skills

Soil RemediationGroundwater RemediationStatistical Data AnalysisStratigraphic LoggingTechnical Report WritingProject Work PlansHealth and Safety PlansErosion Control PlansDigital MappingField Investigations

Soft Skills

Client InteractionMentoringTrainingCommunicationSafety Awareness

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteGIS Software

Certifications & Qualifications

California PG40-Hour OSHA Certification8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher

Industry Keywords

Environmental InvestigationsRegulatory ComplianceSubsurface InvestigationsRemedial DesignField Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct and manage environmental investigations, soil and groundwater remediation, soil gas and indoor air evaluations for clients with complex technical and regulatory issues
Meet with clients and regulatory agencies, including the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Toxic and Substances Control, the Regional Water Quality Control Board, and local Environmental Health agencies
Write and review remedial documents and reports, including feasibility studies, remedial/corrective action plans, remedial design documents, and remedial progress/completion reports
Design and negotiate remedial solutions for contaminated soil and groundwater
Direct production of digital maps and plans using GIS
Maintain chemical, stratigraphic, and other data and produce representations including time-series graphs
Conduct statistical evaluations of groundwater data, including trend, intra-well, and inter-well analyses
Coordinate field work investigations, including scheduling and oversight of utility locating, excavation, and drilling firms
Mentor and train junior staff in field procedures, data management, and GIS production
Meet or exceed client scope, budget, and schedule expectations
Evaluate sample results and develop tables and figures for technical reports
Write and review proposals
Mentor, train, and oversee scientific staff and ensure quality work product
Ensure project work is completed safely while maintaining quality and integrity of work and data
Actively develop own career growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Geology or closely aligned field including completion of a field course of study
10+ years of experience providing environmental consulting services including conducting subsurface investigations, writing technical reports, and using GIS for digital map representations.
Experience conducting groundwater sampling using various methods including low-flow sampling
California PG required
Experience conducting stratigraphic logging using various drilling methods potentially including hollow-stem auger, direct-push, air rotary, and rock coring.
40-hour OSHA certification and current 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher
Ability to effectively interact with clients, regulatory agencies, field staff, technical staff, and subcontractors.
Ability to write project work plans, health and safety plans, traffic control plans, erosion control plans, etc.
Ability to mentor, train, and manage staff
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Strong safety awareness, good working safety record, and understanding of safe work practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) match and tuition assistance.
Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
Performance-based bonuses and other incentives.
Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.
The opportunity to work alongside some of the best and brightest professionals in the environmental industry.
Join a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the United States.