Environmental Geologist

Athena Engineering and Environmental, LLC (Athena), headquartered just outside Nashville, TN, is a growing, woman-owned consulting firm delivering geotechnical, environmental, ecological, water resources, surveying, and value engineering services.

We support clients nationwide across federal, state, and local government, as well as transportation, energy, industrial, water, and commercial sectors—helping solve complex infrastructure and environmental challenges.

POSITION OVERVIEW Athena is seeking an experienced Environmental Geologist/Scientist with 10+ years of experience to support and lead environmental investigation and remediation projects across the U.S.

This role is approximately 40–60% field-based and requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and project management capability.

You will be responsible for managing projects from planning through execution, mentoring staff, and ensuring successful delivery aligned with client expectations, schedules, and budgets.

• Lead and execute environmental site investigations and remediation projects
• Conduct and oversee: o Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) surveys o Lead-based paint surveys o Groundwater monitoring and sampling o Soil and vapor intrusion investigations
• Oversee subcontractors and coordinate field activities
• Manage operation, maintenance, and monitoring of remediation systems
• Prepare and review field documentation, logs, and photographic records
• Author and review technical reports, data summaries, and figures
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations Project Management Responsibilities:
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including scope, schedule, and budget
• Develop project work plans, cost estimates, and proposals
• Track project financials, including budgets, invoicing, and profitability
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong client relationships