Geologist 3

GAI Consultants Inc.; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical, vision, dental benefits

Job summary

A geotechnical consulting firm is seeking a Geologist 3 in Cranberry Township, PA, to manage engineering geology assignments and provide geological support for various projects. Responsibilities include performing subsurface investigations, construction monitoring, and assisting in geotechnical designs. The ideal candidate must have 5-8 years of experience, hold a Professional Geologist License, and possess a B.S. or M.S. in Geology. Benefits include competitive salary, comprehensive health coverage, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in geology or engineering geology.
• Professional Geologist (P.G.) License is required.
• Valid Driver's License with no significant motor vehicle record blemishes.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering geology assignments involving subsurface investigations and site characterization.
• Perform earthwork construction monitoring and foundation inspection.
• Prepare boring logs and geologic cross sections.
• Assist with geotechnical engineering designs and provide geological support.

Skills

Geological investigations

Construction monitoring

Attention to detail

Field task management

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Geology or Engineering Geology

Job description

Paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Pennsylvania, Cranberry Township

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Geologist 3 (E08) under the direction of an Engineering Geology Manager for the Geotechnical Engineering Group in the Pittsburgh or Philadelphia, PA, Canton, OH, Charleston or Bridgeport, WV, or Richmond, VA areas. This individual will provide geological support for projects in the Energy, Transportation, and Community Development business units. The position will require travel and fieldwork generally located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform engineering geology assignments involving subsurface investigations and geologic site characterization for a variety of facilities including, but not limited to: embankments and cut slopes for roadways and other developments, foundations for roadways, bridges, dams, retaining walls, transmission lines, buildings, and other structures; designs for natural gas pipelines and compressor stations; design of waste landfills and impoundments; and development of geotechnical monitoring and laboratory testing programs. Typical work tasks will include, but are not limited to: monitoring and logging of test borings; site reconnaissance; installation and monitoring of geotechnical field instrumentation; selection of samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform earthwork construction monitoring and foundation inspection. The individual will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on construction excavations, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils.
• Prepare boring logs and geologic cross sections; assist with proposals, budgets, schedules, specifications, and reports.
• Assist with geotechnical engineering designs involving: rock/soil slope stability; cut slope and fill embankment design; shallow and deep foundation recommendations, and landslide remediation.
• Travel can be expected in the form of fieldwork, which can be daily local travel or weekly out-of-town travel.

General Characteristics

• Attention to detail; possess basic skills for geological/geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring; follow GAI procedures; learn and apply record keeping protocols; learn and apply data collection, recording and interpretation skills, learn and apply technical literature research and review methods, available for frequent travel and field work.

Physical Requirements

• Candidate can be expected to traverse steep terrain and carry up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 5‑8+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. in Geology or Engineering Geology

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Geologist (P.G.) License
• Valid Driver's License (with no significant motor vehicle record blemishes)

Technical Responsibilities

• Leads field task from the field or office.
• Field tasks include collecting geotechnical and environmental samples (soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapor, stormwater), logging soil borings, installing monitoring wells, performing site inspections, performing compliance monitoring during construction, and writing clear, concise field notes.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
• Shows ability and skill in contributing to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to present geotechnical solutions.
• Begins to independently contribute to work plans to investigate geologic and geotechnical engineering projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives and carries out general direction on key objectives.
• Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Assists with mentored experience to direct reports and junior staff through providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of geologic assignments.
• 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; delegating tasks effectively; demonstrating responsibility and leadership as a role model for others to follow.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively in English (verbally and in writing) to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.
• Interacts primarily with internal project team members.
• Practices professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.
• Engages in project stakeholder interactions.

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)
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401(k) company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

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