Associate Geological Specialist

GAI Consultants Inc.; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Wellness resources

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Associate Geological Specialist to support projects in energy, transportation, and community development. Travel 50% regionally with fieldwork primarily in PA, OH, and VA under supervision of an Engineering Geology Manager.

You will perform sampling, logging borings, and monitoring well installations, while preparing clear notes and data visuals for reports and interpretation.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in geology from an accredited program.
• Ability to travel regionally up to 50% and perform fieldwork.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Field tasks include collecting environmental samples (soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapor, stormwater), logging soil borings, installing monitoring wells, performing site inspections, and writing field notes.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for interpretation or presentation of data.

Skills

Basic communication

Travel readiness

Education

B.S./M.S. Geology

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Associate Geological Specialist under the direction of an Engineering Geology Manager. This individual will provide geology support for projects in the Energy, Transportation, and Community Development business units. The position will require travel and fieldwork generally located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Virginia. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. This position requires travel 50% regionally.

General Characteristics

• Begins to acquire basic skills; follows procedures; learns record keeping protocols learns data collection, recording and interpretation, learns technical literature basics, available for frequent travel andfieldwork.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 0+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. from a Geology School

Technical Responsibilities

• Field tasks include collecting environmental samples (soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapor, stormwater), logging soil borings, installing monitoring wells, performing site inspections, performing compliance monitoring during construction, and writing clear, concise field notes.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.

Management Responsibility

• Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed geologist.

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.
• Interacts primarily with internal project team members.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/maneuvering requirements: Up to 50lbs.
• Exposure to outdoor elements: approximately 75% of the day
• Walking long distances outdoors on uneven terrain: approximately 75% of the day
• Operating mid-size or full-size trucks offroad in various weather conditions: approximately 75% of the day
• Climbing, walking, bending, navigating construction landscapes: approximately 75% of the day

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• Anadditionalfloating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Geology.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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