Geologist - San Francisco (Jun 2026)

Arcadis seeks an Entry-Level Geologist to support environmental site characterization and remediation with extensive fieldwork and travel.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting Project Managers and Task Managers in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.
• Conducting fieldwork including soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling, with training to oversee drilling, groundwater well installation, subcontractor oversight, and remediation system operations.
• Preparing subcontracts and overseeing subcontractor work.
• Writing and preparing technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda.
• Performing office tasks such as task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, cost estimates, health & safety plan preparation, regulatory file reviews, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management.
• Traveling regionally up to 1-2 days per week on average and occasionally within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time, with estimated travel up to 75% during the first two years, reducing to about 50% by the third year.
• Conducting all fieldwork with a focus on health and safety.

About You

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Geology, Engineering, or a closely related field (environmental, biological, physical science).
• Preferred: Master of Science degree in Geology, Engineering, or closely related field.
• Preferred: Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated with independent thinking and ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
• Adaptable, creative problem solver with collaborative teamwork skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $61,737 - $98,779, based on experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan.
• Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward & recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days of paid time off (PTO) accruing per year.
• Reimbursable travel expenses.

Training & Development

Opportunity to join a dedicated team prioritizing mentorship and professional growth, with support and guidance to navigate the role successfully.

Career Progression

Travel requirements are expected to reduce with career growth, typically decreasing from 75% travel in the first two years to about 50% by the third year, indicating progression and potential role evolution.

How to Apply

All candidates must apply directly through official Arcadis channels. Unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted, and no fees will be paid for such submissions.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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