Certified Engineering Geologist

Provost & Pritchard; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A geological consulting firm in California is seeking a Certified Engineering Geologist to join their growing team. The candidate will be responsible for conducting geological assessments, interpreting subsurface data, and managing projects. Ideal qualifications include a degree in Geology, PG registration, and the ability to obtain CEG certification, along with at least 7 years of relevant professional experience. This role offers the chance to lead projects and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Registered as a Professional Geologist (PG) in California.
• Ability to obtain Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) certification in California.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and interpret subsurface data for site conditions.
• Generate subsurface maps, cross-sections, and hazard assessments.
• Oversee field investigations and report preparation.

Skills

Evaluating subsurface data

Project management

Geologic risk assessment

Software proficiency in GIS and AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor/Master’s degree in Geology or related field

Registered as a Professional Geologist (PG) in California

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Slope stability modeling tools

Job description

Summary

Provost & Pritchard’s Geostructual Team is seeking a Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) to join our dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, team‑player with responsibility for conducting detailed geological assessments, interpreting subsurface data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide technical solutions for a wide range of projects, cave and tunnels, landslide and other rock focused project. This position involves a mix of fieldwork, analysis, and project management, with opportunities to mentor junior geologists, and other geoscience professionals and lead medium to large‑scale projects.

Duties

• Evaluate and interpret subsurface data (soil, bedrock, groundwater) for site conditions.
• Generate subsurface maps, cross‑sections, and hazard assessments.
• Oversee field investigations, including boring, soil classification, and groundwater monitoring.
• Prepare reports, technical plans, and documentation for site investigations and compliance.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and collaborate with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Lead medium‑sized projects
• Mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
• Registered as a Professional Geologist (PG) in California.
• Have or the ability to obtain Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) certification in California.
• Knowledge of seismic hazard analyses and geologic risk assessment.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience with geotechnical investigations, geologic hazard assessments, permitting, and geotechnical design.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating and interpreting subsurface data, including soil and groundwater assessments.
• Proficiency in geologic software such as GIS, AutoCAD, and slope stability modeling tools.