Junior Consultant Site Investigation and Remediation - Netherlands
ERM · Utrecht
ERM is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented entry level Environmental Engineer or Scientist to join the Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) team as a Junior Consultant in Utrecht. Working under the direction of project managers, team leaders and partners, the successful candidate will work on interesting site investigation, risk assessment and remediation projects throughout Netherlands and Belgium, and possibly other countries in Europe, for a variety of industrial clients.
Her/his main responsibilities will be:
Preparation of environmental site work and monitoring plans, coordinate and direct drilling, surveying, and laboratory services.
Conduct field work, including groundwater, soil, soil vapour, air, sediment, and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, soil logging, soil boring and monitoring well installation, well development, purging and sampling, remediation performance monitoring.
Oversee subcontractors during soil drilling and installation, operations and maintenance of remediation systems.
Assist in environmental data quality control, interpretation and visualization; generate spreadsheets, figures and boring logs, draft technical reports.
Assist in ensuring compliance with all local and national regulations.
Focus on project delivery, taking direction primarily from project managers. Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments
Communicate with all project stakeholders: colleagues, subcontractors, laboratories, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during project preparation and field activities.
Ideal candidate:
MSc in an environmental discipline such as bio-engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, physical geography, hydrology/hydrogeology, geology, geochemistry, chemistry, engineering or similar.
High command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
0 to 2 years’ work experience.
Willingness to travel for work on a regular basis to perform site visits and field assignments (typically short duration).
Valid driver’s license.
Proactive and detail-oriented with mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting / problem solving skills.
Team player with the ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently under minimal supervision.
Effective communication and organization/analytical skills.
Experience or at least a strong interest in analysing data and writing detailed technical reports.
Strong commitment to health & safety, including following established health & safety protocols. Eager-to-learn and to stay on top of the latest developments in field of expertise.
Enjoy a rewarding professional life
ERM care about our people, their safety and career development as well as their well-beings. We offer all our employees a diverse and inclusive culture in which difference is embraced, valued and celebrated. We offer flexible working environment to accommodate our personal needs. Our people are respectful and open-minded and enjoy collaboration with colleagues across services lines and geographies.
With a robust career framework in place, ERM is able to offer great opportunities for both early career and experienced professionals to advance their career within the business. Structured training around project management, core consulting skills development amongst other topics are offered to support our colleagues’ professional development as we continue to grow our team.
You will also be able to join our global Technical Communities where likeminded professionals come together globally to innovate, network and share knowledge and expertise through internal workshops and webinars. The Product Stewardship team has been running these internal sessions regularly and you will have the opportunity to contribute to the agenda.
If you share our values, believe in sustainability and are motivated by opportunities to shape, build and run a sustainability service team that makes a real impact to our client’s businesses, ERM is the right place for you! We offer a flexible working environment (e.g. working from home) and we are truly committed to sustainability as a business.
To Apply
If you share our value and are interested in this role, please send your CV and cover letter (in English).
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We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report..