Project Geologist Jobs
Project Geologist jobs are open across environmental consulting, mining, oil and gas, and civil engineering firms, at levels from staff to senior and project lead, with specializations in site investigation, hydrogeology, and geotechnical assessment. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About SOCOTEC:
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.
SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.
SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.
Job Description
SOCOTEC has an immediate opening for a Senior Project or Senior Environmental Geologist or Engineer to assist with project and client management in our Alameda, San Jose, Walnut Creek, or West Sacramento, California offices.
Responsibilities:
Provide senior technical review and sign-off on reports and related work products (Senior level).
Provide technical direction to staff.
Manage field staffing, planning, and implementation of project work.
Assist with recruiting, training, and mentoring technical staff.
Establish and manage project schedules, goals, and budgets.
Manage subcontractors, construction activities, and field supervision.
Develop new environmental project opportunities.
Build and maintain client relationships.
Review requests for proposals (RFPs) and prepare competitive proposals.
Participate in all aspects of environmental proposals, including presentation meetings, planning, site audits, cost breakdowns, and proposal preparation.
Negotiate cleanup goals and site closures with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), and Air Quality Management Districts (AQMDs).
Qualifications
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or Engineering.
California Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
California Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG) certification preferred.
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Approximately 10+ years of recent professional environmental consulting experience.
Experience managing contractors in the field.
Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to interpret fieldwork and data collection and evaluate results.
Strong technical writing skills.
Experience in project management, including maintaining budget controls, reviewing budgets, and invoicing projects.
Knowledge of preparing project status updates for clients, attorneys, and regulatory agencies.
Additional Information
Title and Salary range: Depending on qualifications
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
Job Type: Full-Time
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About SOCOTEC:
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.
SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.
SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.
Job Description
SOCOTEC has an immediate opening for a Senior Project or Senior Environmental Geologist or Engineer to assist with project and client management in our Alameda, San Jose, Walnut Creek, or West Sacramento, California offices.
Responsibilities:
Provide senior technical review and sign-off on reports and related work products (Senior level).
Provide technical direction to staff.
Manage field staffing, planning, and implementation of project work.
Assist with recruiting, training, and mentoring technical staff.
Establish and manage project schedules, goals, and budgets.
Manage subcontractors, construction activities, and field supervision.
Develop new environmental project opportunities.
Build and maintain client relationships.
Review requests for proposals (RFPs) and prepare competitive proposals.
Participate in all aspects of environmental proposals, including presentation meetings, planning, site audits, cost breakdowns, and proposal preparation.
Negotiate cleanup goals and site closures with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), and Air Quality Management Districts (AQMDs).
Qualifications
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or Engineering.
California Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
California Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG) certification preferred.
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Approximately 10+ years of recent professional environmental consulting experience.
Experience managing contractors in the field.
Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to interpret fieldwork and data collection and evaluate results.
Strong technical writing skills.
Experience in project management, including maintaining budget controls, reviewing budgets, and invoicing projects.
Knowledge of preparing project status updates for clients, attorneys, and regulatory agencies.
Additional Information
Title and Salary range: Depending on qualifications
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
Job Type: Full-Time
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who's Hiring
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services15
- S&ME9
- Haley & Aldrich7
- EnSafe4
- SOCOTEC4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services16
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Mining & Natural Resources1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project geologist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in geology, geoscience, or a closely related earth science field
- Experience overseeing field drilling programs, soil sampling, and borehole logging
- Proficiency with ArcGIS and geology-specific data management or logging software
- Familiarity with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments under ASTM standards
- Active or in-progress Professional Geologist license or ASBOG Fundamentals exam passage
- Ability to interpret geotechnical reports, soil borings, and groundwater monitoring data
Tips for Your Project Geologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to project phases
Project geologist roles care about which phases you have owned, from site investigation and drilling oversight to report writing and regulatory submittal. List each project phase explicitly rather than summarizing your work under broad geology headings.
List software and field tools by name
Hiring managers scan for specific tools: ArcGIS, RockWorks, LogPlot, EKME, and borehole logging software. Name every platform you have used in a dedicated skills section so your resume clears keyword filters before a human reads it.
Highlight your state registration progress
Many environmental and civil firms require a Professional Geologist license or proof you have passed the ASBOG Fundamentals exam. Note your exam status, state, and expected licensure date so recruiters can assess your compliance fit immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project geologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Read the site type before you apply
Job postings often specify the site category, such as Superfund, brownfield, landfill closure, or active mine. Apply to listings where your site experience matches, because interviewers will ask for specific examples from that exact context.
Prepare a technical walkthrough for interviews
Project geologist interviews typically include a question asking you to walk through a past project from scoping through deliverable. Practice a two-minute version that covers site conditions, your decisions under uncertainty, and the regulatory outcome you achieved.
Project Geologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project geologists?
The companies hiring the most project geologists right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, S&ME, and Haley & Aldrich, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Environmental consulting firms and mining companies consistently represent the largest share of active postings.
How many project geologist jobs are remote?
About 33% of project geologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on field component most roles require. Report writing, data review, and client communication tasks are most likely to be performed remotely, while drilling oversight and site investigation work is almost always on location.
How do you become a project geologist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in geology or a related earth science field, then gain field experience through internships or staff geologist roles focused on site investigation, sampling, or geotechnical work. Pass the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology exam and work toward your Professional Geologist license in your state. Building hands-on drilling oversight experience and learning environmental assessment frameworks will make you competitive for a project-level role.
How do you get hired as a project geologist with little experience?
Focus on roles titled staff geologist or geologist I at environmental consulting firms, which commonly hire new graduates and provide structured field training. Emphasize any field camp coursework, senior thesis fieldwork, or summer internship site work on your resume. Passing the ASBOG Fundamentals exam before or shortly after graduation signals readiness and can offset limited professional experience in an employer's eyes.
What does the project geologist interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds, starting with a phone or video screen focused on your field background and software familiarity. A technical interview follows, often asking you to walk through a past project, interpret a boring log, or describe how you would approach a site assessment. Final rounds may include a conversation with a senior project manager about report delivery timelines, client communication, and regulatory experience.
Where can I find and apply to project geologist jobs?
You can find and apply to project geologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and site specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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