Geologist

Baxter & Woodman

. Assist Project Managers in preparing reports based on site information and characteristics .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting Environmental Site Assessments, property inspections, and regulatory compliance audits while effectively managing complex environmental projects. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Sciences, or Engineering, and possesses strong communication and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental Site AssessmentsRegulatory Compliance AuditsIllinois Licensed Professional Geologist5+ Years Environmental ExperienceFederal and State Environmental Regulatory Programs

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Hard Skills

Environmental Site AssessmentsPreliminary Site InvestigationsSoil and Groundwater Contamination AssessmentsRegulated Substances MonitoringRemedial PlansGroundwater Monitoring PlansFacility Compliance PermittingHistorical Property ResearchProposal DraftingProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written SkillsStrong Verbal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationIndependent Task Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Illinois Licensed Professional GeologistProfessional Engineer40hr OSHA HAZWOPER Certification

Industry Keywords

Environmental ServicesCERCLAJRPTACOLUSTIDOT StandardsEnvironmental Regulatory ProgramsClean Construction or Demolition Debris InvestigationsPhase I and II Environmental Site AssessmentsTransportation Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Project Managers in preparing reports based on site information and characteristics
Participate in team efforts providing clients with Environmental services
Draft proposals and scopes of work for a wide variety of services
Conduct historical property research and form conclusions based on provided information
Conduct Preliminary Site Investigations (PSI) and Preliminary Environmental Site Assessments (PESAs) for transportation projects
Conduct Clean construction or demolition debris (CCDD) investigations for construction projects
Provide Regulated Substances Monitoring services according to IDOT Standards
Conduct property inspections and evaluations, including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, soil and groundwater contamination assessments, remedial plans/actions, groundwater monitoring plans/actions, facility compliance permitting, and regulatory compliance audits
Coordinate with subcontractors and oversee subcontracted labor
Plan and manage large and complex environmental projects
Participate in professional organizations to maintain regulator relationships and develop relationships with peers and potential clients
Perform environmental services at the Illinois Department of Transportation, District 1 Bureau of Design in Schaumburg, IL, as needed
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Geology, the Environmental Sciences or Engineering
Illinois Licensed Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain license within two years of hire
5+ years’ experience as an Environmental Scientist/Geologist/Engineer
Experience in Federal and State Environmental Regulatory Programs such as CERCLA, JRP, TACO, LUST, etc.
Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area with own transportation
Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities
Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills
Ability to work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals
Preferred: 40hr OSHA HAZWOPER certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program
Dedicated benefit advisors
Financial planning program
Life and disability insurance
Tax savings plans
Accident and cancer coverage
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Flexible work arrangements
Option to work from home on half Fridays
Varied schedules
401k plans with expert financial advisors
Employee Stock Ownership program