Senior Level Environmental Geologist Jobs

Senior level environmental geologist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of site investigation programs, regulatory strategy, and the project teams that deliver results across remediation, permitting, and compliance work. Openings concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions, and employers like Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, GHD, and Haley & Aldrich hiring at this level now.

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Open roles12
Top stateCalifornia
Top cityCosta Mesa, CA
Work type73% On-site
Top industryConsulting
Companies hiring6

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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
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Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Project Management
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Science
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
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Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Project Management
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Science
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
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Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Science
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
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Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Project Management
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Science
$97k - $140k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Onterris
Environmental Project Manager (Geologist, Scientist, Engineer)
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Environmental Project Manager (Geologist, Scientist, Engineer)
Onterris
Denver, Colorado
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$120k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Senior Level Environmental Geologist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services4 open roles
GHD
GHD2 open roles
Haley & Aldrich
Haley & Aldrich2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

Senior Level Environmental Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level environmental geologist job?

Employers at this level look for candidates who have led complex site investigations, managed regulatory agency relationships, and mentored junior geologists through project delivery. Demonstrated ownership of remediation strategies, permit applications, or Phase II ESA programs carries more weight than years on a resume. Tailoring your application to show technical leadership and decision-making authority gives you the clearest edge.

Which companies hire senior level environmental geologists?

Companies hiring senior level environmental geologists right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, GHD, and Haley & Aldrich, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from environmental consulting firms, engineering companies, and industrial or energy sector organizations managing long-term compliance and remediation obligations.

Are there remote senior level environmental geologist jobs?

Yes, though field-intensive roles limit full remote availability at this level. About 27% of senior level environmental geologist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common in project management, regulatory review, and technical report writing roles where on-site presence is only occasionally required.

What makes an environmental geologist role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by independent technical authority, project ownership, and responsibility for others. A senior environmental geologist sets investigation scope, signs off on technical documents, leads client and agency communications, and guides less experienced staff through complex regulatory and field challenges. The work shifts from executing tasks to directing how they get done and ensuring quality across the full project lifecycle.

Which industries hire the most senior level environmental geologists?

Senior level environmental geologist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they carry the largest ongoing liabilities around site contamination, environmental permitting, and compliance with state and federal cleanup standards.