Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

We are currently seeking to add a Staff Geologist/Scientist to our dynamic team in Portland, OR.

This position will work on a variety of technical projects and environmental programs for clients in our public, private, and industrial sectors. This role supports Apex’s multi-disciplinary environmental compliance, due diligence and remediation services that require working knowledge of state and federal regulations. This is an excellent career opportunity to work with a well-established consulting firm with a diverse set of clients with challenging business needs.

Employment Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package (see below)
Work Schedule: 75% field / 25% office

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES

Perform fieldwork such as groundwater monitoring, stormwater inspections and collection of environmental samples (air, groundwater, soil, stormwater) for on-site environmental investigation and compliance support
Prepare Phase I Environmental Site Assessments per ASTM Designation E1527
Conduct subsurface environmental site investigations
Field oversight of construction and/or remedial action projects related to cleanup actions, underground storage tanks, waste management, site development, or environmental systems
Routine travel within three hours of local office
Represent Apex in a safe and professional manner both internally and externally
Preparation of reports and presentations

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology and related environmental field experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong critical thinking, data evaluation, and organizational skills
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Positive and enthusiastic attitude, motivated to deliver outstanding client service
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining clear communication with clients and colleagues
Valid driver's license required

Desirable Qualifications

Proven experience with Phase I ESA reports and groundwater sampling procedures
Technical writing experience
Data compilation/interpretation; management and reporting of field data
40-hour HAZWOPER and current 8-hour refresher

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Hourly Expected Pay Range

$30—$34 USD

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