Field Geologist: Global Travel & Field Logging

CDM Smith; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking professionals to plan and conduct geologic and environmental investigations, including drilling, logging, and sampling for laboratory analysis. You will install groundwater monitoring wells and prepare field notes and reports for project teams.

Domestic and international travel may be required; strong writing and GIS/software skills are essential. A Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience are typical, with a Professional Geologist license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; relevant experience accepted in lieu.
• 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience with geologic/environmental investigations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct geologic and environmental investigations.
• Conduct drilling and logging for complex projects.
• Log soil/rock cores and prepare boring logs per ASTM/USCS standards.
• Collect and manage environmental and geotechnical samples for laboratory analysis.
• Install and maintain groundwater monitoring wells/instrumentation.
• Prepare technical field notes, logs, and support documentation.
• Attend progress meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fieldwork

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

GIS software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking professionals to plan and conduct geologic and environmental investigations, including drilling, logging, and sampling for laboratory analysis. You will install groundwater monitoring wells and prepare field notes and reports for project teams.

Domestic and international travel may be required; strong writing and GIS/software skills are essential. A Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience are typical, with a Professional Geologist license preferred.