Project Geologist

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand, protect and promote our empathetic, people-focused culture in all aspects of the business
• Understand and implement complex technical requirements for client projects to meet client satisfaction and ensure projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule and budget
• Lead drilling oversight; groundwater, soil and rock sampling; and groundwater monitoring efforts on site. Conduct field studies and surveys to collect soil/groundwater samples and data
• Prepare and review geological maps, cross-sections, and detailed technical reports. Ensure quality, timeliness, and regulatory compliance of deliverables
• Assist with preparing regulatory submittals, such as permit applications and plans
• Oversee several small projects and occasionally lead larger, multidisciplinary ones. Assist in developing project strategy, scope, and budgets
• Serve as a secondary client contact and support relationship development. Present findings and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies
• Oversee and mentor junior staff, coordinate project team activities, and ensure team safety in the field through Health and Safety Plans (HASP)
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and industry standards. Monitor and assess geological hazards

​QUALIFICATIONS:

• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Geology or related discipline
• Tennessee Professional Geologist (PG) registration
• At least 3-7 years of applicable experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to conduct fieldwork with some heavy lifting 
• Proficient with MS. Office suite of products 
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training is a plus 
• Previous consulting experience preferred 

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications of the candidate as it relates to the position description

Benefits: