Environmental Scientist, Geologist

Arcadis

. Assist Project Managers and Task Managers with planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,480 - $95,220 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation, with strong capabilities in project management, technical report writing, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in conducting fieldwork, including soil and groundwater sampling, while effectively communicating with clients and collaborating with project teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental Site CharacterizationTechnical Report WritingGroundwater SamplingOSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER TrainingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Environmental Site CharacterizationGroundwater SamplingSoil SamplingVapor Intrusion SurveysTechnical Report WritingCost EstimationRegulatory File ReviewProject Strategy DevelopmentSubcontract ManagementHealth and Safety Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Oral CommunicationCreative Problem SolvingAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training

Industry Keywords

GeologyHydrogeologyEnvironmental ScienceFieldworkEmergency Response

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Project Managers and Task Managers with planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks
Prepare subcontracts and oversee subcontractor work
Write and prepare technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda
Coordinate tasks, compile and interpret data, prepare cost estimates, and develop health and safety plans
Conduct regulatory file reviews, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management, and subcontract establishment
Conduct fieldwork including soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling
Oversee drilling for soil sampling and groundwater well installation
Conduct groundwater sampling, vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys, and remediation system operation and maintenance
Support National emergency response teams for incidents such as train derailments and pipeline releases
Communicate with clients and collaborate with project teams
Work occasional unanticipated travel and hours outside standard business hours for emergency response

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s of Science in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related field (i.e., environmental science, physical science)
Valid driver's license
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to work effectively independently, remotely, and in a team setting
Ability to be adaptable and a creative problem solver
Ability to travel regionally 1–2 days per week on average
Ability to travel within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time a few times per year
Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred
Master of Science degree in Geology or closely related field preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401K
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward & recognition program
Wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
15 days PTO accruing per year
Travel expenses are reimbursable
Mentorship and professional growth support