Construction Materials Project Geologist

Arcosa Materials, Inc; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Arcosa Materials, Inc. in Arlington, TX is seeking a Project Geologist, Construction Materials to support mineral resource exploration, geological analysis, reserve management, and long-term development across our aggregates and specialty materials operations.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career geologist seeking hands-on experience in the construction materials and mining industry. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced geologists and operational teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geosciences or related earth science discipline.
• 0 to 3 years of professional geology experience.
• Coursework or practical experience in mineralogy, petrology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geomorphology, and geologic mapping.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness to learn aggregate and specialty materials production, market applications, and mineral resource estimation techniques.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to plant locations, quarries, and project sites, including overnight travel of 50% or more.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety by following all company, MSHA, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with geological investigations, exploration projects, and mineral resource evaluations.
• Utilize GIS, GPS, aerial imagery, remote sensing data, and geological mapping techniques to evaluate mineral resources and support exploration programs.
• Review, interpret, and summarize geological, geophysical, drilling, sampling, and field data.
• Support 3D geologic modeling efforts used for mine planning and long-term resource management.
• Coordinate and support exploration drilling programs, including field coordination, contractor oversight, core logging, sample collection, data management, and interpretation of drilling results.
• Assist with geological mapping, cross-sections, data management, and technical report preparation.
• Maintain geological databases, drilling records, sampling information, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, mine planning, environmental, and land management teams to support resource development and operational initiatives.
• Support permitting, reclamation, land management, and environmental compliance activities.
• Travel to aggregate, specialty material, and other mine operations to conduct field assessments as needed.
• Prepare reports, maps, presentations, and resource summaries for operational and leadership teams.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Independent work

Teamwork

Driver's license

Physical endurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geosciences

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

GPS surveying

Drone data collection

Remote sensing

Job description

Arcosa Materials, Inc. in Arlington, TX is seeking a Project Geologist, Construction Materials to support mineral resource exploration, geological analysis, reserve management, and long-term development across our aggregates and specialty materials operations.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career geologist seeking hands-on experience in the construction materials and mining industry. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced geologists and operational teams