Senior Level Geologist Jobs
Senior level geologist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of project direction, technical decision-making, and the field teams or junior staff who carry the work forward. Openings concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles and employers like Haley & Aldrich, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and GHD hiring at this level now.
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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking a Project Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Geologist / Project Manager join its collaborative team Syracuse. This individual will serve a key function in managing environmental investigation and remediation projects, delivering technically excellent services, preparing technical proposals and reports, conducting environmental research and analyses, supervising field investigations, and managing staff. In this role, you will have the opportunity to further develop both project management and staff management skills, interact with clients, and work on exciting small and large-scale projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage environmental investigation and remediation projects;
- Perform complex analyses for specific portions of broader engineering and environmental projects;
- Supervise field activities and ensure correct interpretations of findings;
- Manage and deliver on multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines;
- Effectively organize, write and edit draft proposals, reports and other documents;
- Participate in the identification and pursuit of new clients, develop additional work within an existing projects and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients;
- Provide direct oversight and management of junior staff for specific project assignments. Coach, train, and motivate staff assigned to Environmental projects. Participate in interviewing and hiring staff;
- Coordinate other work groups across office locations and disciplines on an as-needed basis;
- Interface effectively and professionally with clients, contractors, subcontractors, staff, project personnel, supervisors, and others; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering; (Master's degree a plus);
- LEED AP or PE certification;
- 6+ years of related work experience;
- Proficient in environmental due diligence;
- Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software. Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and technical analyses;
- Hazwoper training, maintenance of annual physical and respirator fit test, and annual 8-hr. Hazwoper re-certification;
- Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements;
- Excellent public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
- Ability to multi-task effectively, manage multiple projects and clients, develop and manage project budgets, and effectively manage and coach staff;
- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as projects require; and
- Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
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Senior Level Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level geologist job?
Employers at this level prioritize demonstrated ownership of complex projects, not just participation in them. Highlight work where you set the technical approach, interpreted ambiguous data independently, or mentored junior staff through deliverables. Specialized expertise in a high-demand area, such as hydrogeology, structural mapping, or environmental remediation, strengthens your candidacy considerably. A professional geologist license is often expected and sometimes required.
Which companies hire senior level geologists?
Companies hiring senior level geologists right now include Haley & Aldrich, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and GHD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of engineering and environmental consulting firms, energy and mining companies, and government agencies managing land, water, or resource programs.
Are there remote senior level geologist jobs?
Yes, though fieldwork requirements limit full-remote availability for many roles. About 9% of senior level geologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote-eligible positions most common in data interpretation, reporting, project management, and regulatory review work. Field-intensive roles in mining, oil and gas, and environmental site assessment remain predominantly on-site.
What makes a geologist role senior level?
Senior level geologist roles are defined by independent technical judgment and accountability for outcomes, not just task execution. At this stage, you own the scope and methodology of investigations, sign off on technical deliverables, interface directly with clients or regulators, and mentor junior geologists through field and analytical work. The expectation shifts from doing the work to directing and validating it.
Which industries hire the most senior level geologists?
Senior Level geologist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they involve complex subsurface characterization, resource assessment, or long-term site management that demands senior-level technical oversight and accountability.