Geologist

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is seeking a seasoned Project Manager/Geologist to lead geophysical and geotechnical projects in challenging terrains. You will oversee field studies, client communication, and project scheduling while ensuring safety and quality.

The role emphasizes business development, maintaining relationships with Architects, Civil Engineers, Developers and Contractors, and pursuing new revenue opportunities for the Geophysical division.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in the Construction Industry with an emphasis on Geophysical study.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, self-starter with desire to provide excellent service to clients.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD).
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing to travel and work out of town for short periods of time.
• Physical requirements may require lifting up to 50 pounds and traverse over rugged terrain.
• Professional Geologist, Geophysicist, Licensed Professional Engineer a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Geophysical/Geotechnical project management: lead and oversee exploration techniques and site classifications.
• Client management: maintain communications to build long-term relationships and satisfaction.
• Business development: identify and pursue profitable revenue streams for Geophysical division with local stakeholders.

Skills

Geophysical/Geotechnical Project Mgmt

Client Management

Business Development

Tools

AutoCAD

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

At HCEA, our Project Managers/Geologists are considered the keys to our long-term success. This exciting and dynamic position requires excellence in following key competencies:

• Geophysical/Geotechnical Project Management Skills: Manage and operate the specialty exploration techniques of geophysical projects performed in Karst topography area (sinkholes), rock parameters, MASW site classifications, and utility locating. Methods of knowledge may include seismic refraction, electrical resistivity, ground penetrating radar, and micro-gravity techniques.
• Client Management: Enhance our client satisfaction ratings by providing thorough, professional service, and maintaining continuous communications to build long term relationships.
• Business Development: Strategically capture and maintain profitable revenue streams for Geophysical division. Establish and maintain effective relationships with local client base with particular emphasis on Architects, Civil Engineers, Commercial & Residential Developers, General Contractors, Health Care & Educational Institutions; Participate in networking events, trade shows and local community organizations; Gather competitor information and market intelligence.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in the Construction Industry with an emphasis on Geophysical study.
• Enthusiastic, self-starter with desire to provide excellent service to clients.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD)
• Valid driver's license
• Willing to travel and work out of town for short periods of time.
• Physical requirements may require lifting up to 50 pounds and traverse over rugged terrain.

Professional Geologist, Geophysicist, Licensed Professional Engineer a significant plus.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including health, disability, life, 401k w-company match, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), generous paid time off, and more.

Hillis-Carnes Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.