Associate Geological Specialist

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Associate Geological Specialist to support Engineering Geology activities across energy, transportation, and community development projects. Under supervision of an Engineering Geology Manager, you will collect environmental samples, log borings, install monitoring wells, and prepare clear field notes and reports.

The position involves travel up to 50% regionally (PA, OH, VA) and requires a B.S. or M.S. in Geology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in geology or a closely related field.
• Willingness to travel regionally (50%) and perform fieldwork.
• Ability to prepare clear field notes and manageable reports.

Responsibilities

• Field tasks include collecting environmental samples, logging soil borings, installing monitoring wells, and performing site inspections.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, and reports for interpretation and presentation.

Skills

Fieldwork

Data collection

Environmental sampling

Report writing

Communication

Education

B.S. or 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 and fieldwork.

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
• Office environment: 25%

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

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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