ERM Certification and Verification Services Limited

Kick‑start your environmental consulting career where hands‑on fieldwork meets real‑world impact.&nbsp; If you’re early in your career and eager to apply your geology or environmental science background in the field, this role offers the opportunity to learn from industry experts, work on meaningful remediation projects, and build the technical foundation needed for professional registration—all while supporting projects that protect communities and the environment.
Why&nbsp;This&nbsp;Role Matters?
As a&nbsp;Consulting Senior Associate, Geologist, based in New Orleans, you’ll play a critical role in investigating and remediating complex environmental challenges&nbsp;across Texas and the Gulf Business Unit. Your work will directly support regulatory compliance, responsible land redevelopment, and the safe management of environmental&nbsp;risks—making a tangible difference for clients and communities alike.
This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their technical expertise through hands‑on fieldwork while gaining exposure to ERM’s full spectrum of environmental services.
What Your Impact Is:
<ul>
<li>Support site investigation, remediation, and hazardous waste management projects from field execution through reporting</li>
<li>Contribute high‑quality environmental data used for regulatory decision‑making and client strategies</li>
<li>Help implement innovative investigation and remediation technologies alongside ERM’s technical experts</li>
<li>Build the experience and competencies required to pursue professional licensure</li>
</ul>
What You'll Bring:
Required
<ul>
<li>BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent experience</li>
<li>1+ years of relevant experience, or strong interest in field‑based environmental work</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document and interpret technical data</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced consulting environment while meeting deadlines</li>
<li>Detail‑oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</li>
<li>Commitment to safety and adherence to all health and safety protocols</li>
<li>Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to&nbsp;operate&nbsp;a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.</li>
<li>This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.</li>
</ul>
Preferred
<ul>
<li>Prior environmental fieldwork experience</li>
<li>40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification</li>
<li>Familiarity with environmental sampling methods, drilling oversight, or remediation systems</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Conduct field activities including soil, sediment, groundwater, and surface water sampling</li>
<li>Oversee drilling operations, soil borings, monitoring well installation, development, purging, and sampling</li>
<li>Perform aquifer testing, soil logging, and construction oversight</li>
<li>Coordinate subcontractors for drilling, surveying, and laboratory services</li>
<li>Support environmental remediation projects, including system operations and maintenance</li>
<li>Compile, evaluate, and interpret environmental media data</li>
<li>Assist with regulatory reporting, including data review, figures, and technical exhibits</li>
<li>Perform Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments for property transactions</li>
<li>Support compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations</li>
<li>Communicate effectively with subcontractors, regulators, tenants, and clients during field activities</li>
<li>Deliver work in alignment with project budgets, schedules, and quality expectations</li>
<li>Travel regionally up to 50% as project needs require</li>
</ul>
Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability&nbsp;challenges&nbsp;and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse,&nbsp;equitable&nbsp;and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company&nbsp;a great place&nbsp;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&nbsp;supports&nbsp;clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;in addressing their environmental, health, safety,&nbsp;risk&nbsp;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&nbsp;objectives&nbsp;on the ground or at the executive level.
Please&nbsp;submit&nbsp;your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not&nbsp;forward&nbsp;resumes to our&nbsp;jobs&nbsp;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!
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Consulting Senior Associate, Geologist

Consulting Senior Associate, Geologist

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