Geological Specialist 3

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental

Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program

Generous Paid Time Off

401k company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in geology is seeking a Geological Specialist 3 for the Power Generation Market Sector. The role involves providing geological support across various projects, requiring over 8 years of experience and strong communication skills. The position is based in Kentucky or Indiana with responsibilities including leading field tasks, preparing data visualizations, and ensuring effective communication of technical reports. The firm offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, highlighting its commitment to employee growth and community support.

Qualifications

• 8+ Years of Experience.
• Driver’s License required.
• Experience in geologic and groundwater projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide geological support for projects in energy and transportation sectors.
• Prepare data and visualizations for reports and findings.
• Lead field tasks and contribute to technical report preparation.
• Beginning to independently contribute to work plans for geologic and groundwater projects.
• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Effective communication to technical and nontechnical audiences

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Mentoring (junior staff)

Education

B.S. or M.S. from a Geology School

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Geological Specialist 3 for the Power Generation Market Sector in the Indianapolis, IN, or Louisville, KY areas. This individual will provide geological support for projects in the Energy, Transportation, Power and Energy business units. The position will require travel and fieldwork generally located in Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Ohio areas.

General Characteristics

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills, works on small projects or portions of larger projects; assist Task Managers with aspects of projects; proactively implements Quality Management System (QMS) for project deliverables.

Minimum Years Of Experience

• 8+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. from a Geology School

Certification/Licensure

• Driver’s License

Technical Responsibilities

• Leads field task from the field or office.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
• Show progress and skill in contributing to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to prevent, control, restore, cleanup, or address environmental issues or problems.
• Begins to independently contribute to work plans to investigate geologic and groundwater projects.
• 75%

Project and Task Management

• None

Management Responsibility

• Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.
• Provides mentored experience to direct reports and other geologists.
• Demonstrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of geology, including creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability.
• If assigned as direct supervisor, skilled at mentoring; Decision making and conflict resolution; Delegate tasks effectively; Demonstrate responsibility and leadership skills; role model for others to follow.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working At GAI Include

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement