Geologist (Hydropower & Pumped Storage Projects)

AECOM; Rampur; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geologist at AECOM will provide geological supervision and technical support during excavation, foundation prep, underground works and reservoir construction for the Pumped Storage Project in Panaura, Uttar Pradesh, India. Responsibilities include mapping, assessing conditions, and coordinating with geotechnical, design and construction teams to ensure safe, economical execution.

The role requires an M.Sc/M.Tech in Geology with 10+ years of experience, and will be site-based at the project

Qualifications

• M.Sc or M.Tech in Geology required.
• 10+ years of field and supervisory experience in geological projects.
• Experience with excavation, foundation and reservoir construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping.
• Log excavation faces.
• Assess rock mass conditions.
• Recommend foundation treatment.
• Supervise grouting activities.
• Review borehole logs.
• Identify geological risks.
• Coordinate geotechnical investigations.
• Maintain geological records.
• Prepare geological reports.

Skills

Geology

Geotechnical investigations

Geological mapping

Education

M.Sc in Geology

M.Tech in Geology

Job description

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Job Summary

The Geologist shall be responsible for providing geological supervision and technical support during excavation, foundation preparation, underground works, and reservoir construction activities of the Pumped Storage Project. The expert shall carry out geological mapping, assess ground conditions, recommend appropriate foundation and slope treatment measures, and coordinate with the geotechnical, design, and construction teams to ensure safe, economical, and technically sound project execution in accordance with the approved design and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping.
• Log excavation faces.
• Assess rock mass conditions.
• Recommend foundation treatment.
• Supervise grouting activities.
• Review borehole logs.
• Identify geological risks.
• Coordinate geotechnical investigations.
• Maintain geological records.
• Prepare geological reports.

Qualifications

• M.Sc/M.Tech in Geology
• Experience – 10+ Years.

Additional Information

The position will be site-based at Panaura, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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