Lead Consultant, Investigation and Remediation

Job Description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Ramboll has adopted a hybrid model, with a combination of remote and in-person working. A successful candidate would ideally be based in our Ann Arbor office, but a fully remote work position would be considered.

Joining Ramboll

As our new Investigation and Remediation Senior Consultant, you will be working closely with Project Managers and other Consultants on environmental characterization, investigation, remediation, data analysis, ecological assessments, and remedial strategy and implementation projects. This is an excellent career opportunity to work with an expert consulting team on challenging environmental projects for public sector, industrial, legal sector, commercial, and global clients. You will help deliver innovative, inspiring, and sustainable solutions that set new standards and make a genuine difference to our clients, the environment, and society.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, your starting point is:

• At least a Master’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering or Science from an accredited institution and 3+ years of relevant consulting experience.
• For candidates with a background in geology, chemistry, and environmental science, classwork or experience with geophysics, geochemistry, organic chemistry hydrology, ecology, and biology is desired.
• Experience with soil, water, sediment or air emissions sampling is a plus.
• Groundwater flow and/or contaminant transport modeling, GIS mapping, and/or field geology coursework (as applicable) are a plus.
• Any work experience with per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is a plus.
• Experience with analytical chemistry, database management, and data analysis is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training is a plus.
• Candidates must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time and possess a valid driver’s license. Most travel will be local; however, some may include overnight stays and may be out of state. Travel duration may range from 1 to 10 days, depending upon the specific requirements of each project.
• Candidates must be willing to work overtime, evenings, and occasionally weekends to support large scale projects.
• The physical requirements of this position may include the need for climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing/sitting/walking, pushing/pulling, and lifting up to 40 lbs. In certain situations, this position may expose the candidate to extremes in weather (hot/cold); high noise levels, to hazards such as a proximity to moving machine parts and moving vehicles, electrical current and exposure to chemicals. Employees may be required to take specific training and to wear company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Coordination and oversight of drilling, sampling, surveying, and laboratory services.
• Performance of field work, including soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling, hydraulic testing such as slug tests and pumping tests, soil boring and monitoring well installation, soil logging, and well purging and sampling.
• Assistance with the development of comprehensive site investigation work plans by participating in scope of work development, budgeting, and data analysis to characterize contaminants in sediments, soil, soil vapor, air, surface water, and groundwater.
• Assistance with development of Conceptual Site Models and ecological assessments.
• Assistance with the preparation and editing of technical and regulatory reports.

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:

Being a confident communicator with superior management skills, having natural leadership talent, a collaborative attitude, the ability to motivate multidisciplinary teams across geographical borders, and the motivation and ability to generate and maintain business to support company growth.

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies, and people around the world.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV and cover letter showcasing why you are the right fit for the role. We look forward to receiving your application!

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.