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# Project Geologist at Apex Companies

- **Company:** Apex Companies
- **Location:** Pleasant Hill, CA
- **Compensation:** $100k–$130k
- **Posted:** 2026-10-15
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-17
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/apexcompanies/jobs/5454743008

## Job description

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 expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Apex is seeking a Project Geologist to be hybrid in Northern California.

Your Responsibilities as a Project Geologist:

- Conduct and manage environmental investigations, soil and groundwater remediation, soil gas and indoor air evaluations, etc., for a variety of clients with complex technical and regulatory issues
- Meet with clients and regulatory agencies, including the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Toxic and Substances Control, the Regional Water Quality Control Board and local Environmental Health agencies.
- Write and review remedial documents and reports such as feasibility studies, remedial and/or corrective action plans, remedial design documents, remedial progress and completion reports, etc.
- Design and negotiate remedial solutions for contaminated soil and ground water
- Direct the production of maps and plans in digital format using GIS.
- Maintain chemical, stratigraphic, and other data and mine data to produce various representations, including time-series graphs.
- Conduct statistical evaluations of groundwater data, including trend analyses, intra-well comparisons, and inter-well comparisons.
- Coordinate the investigation of field work for client projects including scheduling and oversight of utility locating, excavation, and drilling firms
- Assist in mentorship and training of junior staff in field procedures, data management, and GIS production.
- Meet or exceed client’s scope, budget, and schedule expectations
- Evaluate sample results and develop tables and figures for technical reports
- Write and review proposals
- Mentor, train, and oversee scientific staff and ensure quality work product
- Ensure project work is completed safely while maintaining quality and integrity of work and data
- Actively develop your own career growth

What we're looking for:

- BS in Geology or closely aligned field including completion of a field course of study
- 5+ years of experience providing environmental consulting services including conducting subsurface investigations, writing technical reports, and using GIS for digital map representations.
- Experience conducting groundwater sampling using various methods including low-flow sampling
- California PG required
- Experience conducting stratigraphic logging using various drilling methods potentially including hollow-stem auger, direct-push, air rotary, and rock coring.
- 40-hour OSHA certification and current 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher
- Ability to effectively interact with clients, regulatory agencies, field staff, technical staff, and subcontractors.
- Ability to write project work plans, health and safety plans, traffic control plans, erosion control plans, etc.
- Ability to mentor, train, and manage staff
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
- Strong safety awareness, good working safety record, and understanding of safe work practices
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

## Why You'll Love Working for Us

- Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
- Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
- Performance-based bonuses and other incentives.
- Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.
- The opportunity to work alongside some of the best and brightest professionals in the environmental industry.
- Join a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the United States.

Apex Job Title: Scientist 3 - Sr Project Scientist

Req ID: 12226 Annual Expected Pay Range $100,000—$130,000 USD

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

## About Apex Companies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Apex Companies is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm providing environmental, infrastructure, health & safety, and compliance services to public and private clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Morgan Stanley)
- **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States
- **Founded**: 1988
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Environmental Services, Engineering, Consulting, Infrastructure, Water Management, Health & Safety
- **Target customers**: B2B – public agencies (federal, state, local), private sector (energy, transportation, manufacturing, real estate, aerospace, telecommunications)
- **Mission/purpose**: “Shaping a safe, sustainable, and equitable future” – supporting the natural and built environment through engineering excellence.

## Products & Services
Apex offers a suite of professional and field services across four main pillars:
- **Environmental**: Compliance, assessment, remediation, permitting, and expert witness/litigation support.
- **Infrastructure**: Multidisciplinary planning, design, and delivery for transportation, water, energy, and telecommunications.
- **Health & Safety**: Workplace health, safety, and regulatory compliance services.
- **Compliance & Assurance**: Environmental data management and compliance platform (ARTEMIS®), ESG and resiliency consulting, and integrated water/wastewater/stormwater management.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at $250 million (LinkedIn company data)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Parent company is Morgan Stanley. Key clients include confidential aerospace firms, Colonial Pipeline, Oregon DEQ, and numerous public agencies.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Ranked #13 All-Environmental Firm by ENR (2024) and #68 in Top 200 Environmental Firms
  - Named a 2026 Hot Firm by Zweig Group
  - Over 100 new grads hired in the last 4 years
  - 367 active job postings as of mid-2025, with monthly posting growth of +53.6%
  - 20% of employees promoted annually
  - Operates in all 50 U.S. states and 6 countries (India, Pakistan, China, Philippines, Egypt)

## Competitive Advantages
- **National footprint with local expertise**: Offices nationwide and a large, multidisciplinary team (864 employees) able to serve clients across diverse sectors.
- **Broad service line integration**: Clients can access environmental, engineering, compliance, and H&S services under one roof – reducing complexity and cost.
- **Award-winning track record**: Consistently recognized by ENR, Zweig Group, and Environmental Business Journal, which signals reliability and technical excellence.
- **Proprietary technology platform (ARTEMIS®)** for environmental data management, adding a digital differentiator.
- **Private equity backing (Morgan Stanley)** provides capital for acquisitions and growth (evidenced by acquired firms like Environmental Partners, PBS, etc.)

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Continue expanding service lines and geographic reach, especially in water, ESG, and infrastructure. Invest in talent development and digital tools (ARTEMIS®).
- **Growth direction**: Organic growth through career development and promotions, plus strategic acquisitions to deepen capabilities. Emphasis on recruiting early-career talent and experienced professionals to support a growing project pipeline.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative, inclusive, and community-focused. Employees contribute paid time off and payroll donations to support colleagues and external charities. “We care. We collaborate. We deliver.”
- **Career development**: Individual Development Plans (IDPs), dual career tracks (management and technical), in-house SME workshops, conference attendance, tuition reimbursement, and on-demand training via Apex Online University.
- **Benefits**: Competitive pay, bonuses, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), company-paid life and disability, wellness programs, paid time off, holidays, and financial planning support (retirement, tax-deferred savings).
- **Work environment**: Mix of office, field, and remote work depending on role. Many positions involve client-site visits and fieldwork. The company supports flexible arrangements but does not publicly advertise a fully remote policy.
- **Recognition**: Employees have won awards such as Daily Journal of Commerce’s Women of Vision and IEA Associate of the Year.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Stated commitment to diversity and inclusion as a collaborative foundation.

## Sources
1. [apexcos.com](https://apexcos.com/)
2. [apexcos.com/careers/](https://apexcos.com/careers/)
3. [apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/](https://apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/)
4. [apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/](https://apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/)
5. [linkedin.com/company/apex-companies-llc](https://www.linkedin.com/company/apex-companies-llc)

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