OverviewSenior Project GeologistLocation(s): St. Paul, MN
Type: Full-Time | Salaried | Hybrid Eligible | Flex Time Eligible
MSA is hiring an experienced
Senior Project Geologist to support and lead environmental assessment and remediation projects from planning through execution. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, work directly with clients and regulators, and provide technical and project management support across a diverse portfolio of environmental projects. The ideal candidate is a
Professional Geologist with experience in a consulting environment.
ResponsibilitiesRole ResponsibilitiesClient & Stakeholder Engagement- Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, clients, and regulatory agencies during site investigation activities
- Communicate with regulatory authorities and clients regarding current and future site investigations
- Obtain site access agreements and required authorizations
- Present investigation results to clients, residents, and other stakeholders
Project & Technical Responsibilities- Plan, execute, and complete:
- Phase I & Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Limited Site Investigations
- Remedial Investigations and remediation activities
- Perform and oversee:
- Soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and other environmental sampling
- Drilling activities using direct push and hollow-stem auger methods
- Monitoring well installation and soil gas sampling
- Conduct aquifer testing and hydrogeologic analysis with senior technical guidance
- Interpret lithology, geologic features, and environmental data
- Prepare high-quality technical reports including: ESAs, remedial investigation reports, case closures, corrective action designs and remedial action plans
- Develop proposals, scopes of work, and project budgets
- Review technical reports, proposals, and subcontractor invoices
QualificationsWhat you bringSkills & Knowledge / Education & Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Geology or closely related discipline required
- Project Geologist (PG) preferred, multiple states are a plus
- 10+ years of related environmental experience required
- 3+ years in a consulting company strongly preferred
- This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position
Why MSA- Immediate ownership with 100+ years of community impact
- Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
- Flexible work-life integration
- Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
- Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
- Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years
Pay & Benefits*- Compensation Range: $86,989 -$139,182 (commensurate with experience)
- Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
- ESOP: Receive MSA stock shares annually, at no cost to the employee
- Medical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents
- 17+ days PTO (potentially higher pending experience) + 8 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave regardless of birth parent
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Short-term incentive program for annual bonus opportunities
- Company-paid life & disability insurance
*Full eligibility requirements for listed benefits will be discussed during the hiring process
