Early Career Environmental Geologist/ Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a motivated Environmental Geologist or Engineer to join our growing Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania office. If you are ready to build your consulting career while working side-by-side with respected experts in site investigation and remediation, this is the opportunity for you.

At GZA, you will work on meaningful projects throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and the surrounding region, including environmental site investigations, remediation, construction oversight, data management, and environmental compliance. You will work under the guidance of Project Managers and Principals, while gaining direct experience in the field and office and developing the technical, regulatory, communication, and project delivery skills needed for long-term growth.

What you will do:

• Perform outdoor, all-season field tasks, including drilling oversight, soil and groundwater sampling, soil vapor sampling, stormwater sampling, construction oversight, monitoring, and documentation.
• Monitor and document field activities associated with investigation, remediation, and construction projects, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and attention to detail.
• Conduct technical analyses and calculations, and assist with the interpretation of environmental data.
• Prepare field documentation, data tables, figures, technical memoranda, report sections, work plans, and permit application materials.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Principals, subcontractors, laboratories, and other project team members to support safe and efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to GZA’s collaborative One Company culture by supporting multidisciplinary projects and teams across practice areas and locations.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Hydrogeology, or a related field.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant environmental consulting experience, including field investigation, site remediation, permitting, construction management, or related work.
• Experience with Pennsylvania and New Jersey environmental regulations.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification preferred.
• Strong interest in safety and ability to follow GZA Health and Safety programs, policies, and procedures during on-site activities.
• Strong problem-solving, written and verbal communication, organizational, and data management skills.
• Ability to balance field and office responsibilities with independence, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Experience preparing clear technical documentation, including field notes, figures, tables, report sections, and permit-related materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD, ArcGIS, gINT, or other technical software experience is a plus.
• Completed 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour refresher status preferred.

• Ability to travel locally and regionally. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license in good standing and a reliable vehicle.

What you will get:

• Small firm culture with a large firm reputation and resources-you will know your colleagues and clients, and they will know you.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values technical excellence, safety, initiative, and client service.
• Direct access to Project Managers, Principals, and other senior technical leaders who are invested in your growth.
• Professional development support, mentoring, technical training, and a clear path for career advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits, including generous company-subsidized health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan benefits, and professional development support.

Join GZA and build your future in an environment where your contributions matter-to your team, your clients, and the communities we work in.

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

Note to Staffing Agencies:

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.