Lead Environmental Geoscientist

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Roux Consulting Full time

About Us

At Roux Consulting, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions through our exceptional analytical capabilities.

Position Title

Lead Environmental Geoscientist

Employment Type

Regular Full-Time

Educational Background

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job Category

Scientific Consulting

Role Overview

This role encompasses the management and technical oversight of environmental assessment and remediation initiatives. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in mentoring technical staff while ensuring that client and organizational objectives are met. A solid background in the Illinois Site Remediation Program (SRP) and/or Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Program is essential.

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental consulting.
  • Professional certification (P.G.) is preferred; alternatively, significant experience working under a licensed professional is required.
  • Expertise in senior-level interpretative work, including remedial cost assessments and future remedial strategy selection.
  • Proven experience in designing and overseeing site investigation activities and hydrogeologic interpretations.
  • Demonstrated project management capabilities.
  • Advanced skills in data evaluation and analysis.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in client and regulatory agency interactions.
  • A commitment to fostering the technical development of junior professionals through hands-on mentorship.

Project Management Responsibilities

Oversee projects with key responsibilities including scheduling and resource coordination to align with client and organizational expectations. Ensure compliance with budgetary constraints and invoicing standards.

Technical Data Review and Reporting

Lead quality control efforts for data collection and analysis, summarizing project outcomes and determining future client needs. Prepare comprehensive reports for review by Project Principals, detailing findings and remediation recommendations.

Proposal Development and Business Growth

Contribute to the preparation of proposals and cost estimates, while engaging in marketing initiatives to expand business opportunities.

Staff Development and Training

Actively participate in the growth and training of junior staff, collaborating with senior management to enhance consulting and leadership skills.

Work Environment

This position involves occasional fieldwork, primarily conducted in an office setting. Fieldwork may include leading teams at various project sites, requiring the ability to navigate diverse terrains and weather conditions. Office responsibilities are primarily sedentary, involving computer use and repetitive hand movements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roux Consulting is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.



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