• Project Manager

    Actalent (Buena Park, CA)


    Love being out in the field and making a difference? We are hiring a Geologist or Environmental Scientist who’s not afraid to get their hands dirty. This role is 50% field-based and perfect for someone who’s proactive, resilient, and ready to take on diverse environmental challenges.

    Description

    Daily Tasks

    • Managing logistics and project schedules

    • Conducting fieldwork and site investigations

    • Assisting technical staff in data management, evaluation, and reporting under the direction of a senior professional

    • Performing geologic fieldwork

    • Overseeing fieldwork and writing reports based on fieldwork performed or managed

    • Coordinating and managing geologic fieldwork-based projects

    • Responsible for own schedule: Blending fieldwork and office work to meet project deadlines

    • Evaluating bids and understanding job requirements

    • Performing basic site assessment reports

    • Filling the gap between inexperienced individuals and Professional Geologists (PGs)

    • Using templates for technical reports: Understanding site requirements and writing work plans using these templates

    • Making field decisions and understanding the ramifications of missing data, especially with vapor intrusion issues

    • Working directly with PGs

    • Returning to the office to write reports, including groundwater monitoring reports

    Key Responsibilities

    • Planning Geology Projects: Organize geological projects, considering goals, timelines, and resources

    • Gathering and Analyzing Geological Data: Collect field samples, conduct surveys, and analyze data to understand Earth's composition, structure, and processes

    • Studying the Earth's Crust and Various Materials: Examine rocks, minerals, fossils, and other materials to uncover valuable resources and assess their potential for economic development

    • Fieldwork: Visit sites of interest, conduct surveys, and collect samples

    • Technical Report Writing: Write detailed reports based on fieldwork findings, data analysis, and research

    • Project Management: Manage logistics, project schedules, and oversee fieldwork activities

    • Coordination and Oversight: Ensure efficient execution and accurate reporting of geologic fieldwork projects

     

    Skills

     

    environmental consulting, soil sampling, site remediation, geology, report writing, Gas Station Site Remediation, soil vapor, groundwater sampling, project management, technical report writing, field sampling, environmental science, geotechnical, remediation, soil testing, geotechnical engineering, civil, civil engineering, construction, environmental engineering, environmental remediation, water quality, sample analysis, sample testing, well installation, biology, site assessment, drilling, vapor extraction, hazwoper, hazwoper certified, 40 hour osha certificate, writing skills, environmental field

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    environmental consulting,soil sampling,site remediation,geology

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    Education & Certifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Geology or related scientific field (i.e., Environmental Science, Biology)

    • Valid US Driver's License

    • Clean Driving Record

    • 40-hour HAZWOPER and API (can be provided if not already obtained)

    Experience Level

    Entry Level

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.10 - $38.46/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Buena Park,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.