Geophysics Team Lead - Near-Surface Surveys & Growth

Terracon; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Hoover, AL seeks a Senior Geophysicist to lead a team performing near-surface geophysical investigations. You will train staff, design survey approaches, analyze data, and deliver interpretations to support engineering and environmental projects.

The role involves mentoring field staff, preparing written proposals, and ensuring safety and quality across projects, with travel as required. Strong background in GPR, magnetometry, and resistivity is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geophysics or related field.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Senior-level geophysicist responsible for training, managing, and conducting near-surface surveys.
• Design survey approaches, analyze data, and provide interpretations.
• Write proposals and reports; oversee quality and safety.
• Travel as needed and mentor staff on complex projects.

Skills

Geophysics expertise

Team leadership

Field survey planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, or related field

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Ground penetrating radar

Magnetometry

Electrical resistivity

Seismic refraction

MASW

Utility locating

Job description

Terracon in Hoover, AL seeks a Senior Geophysicist to lead a team performing near-surface geophysical investigations. You will train staff, design survey approaches, analyze data, and deliver interpretations to support engineering and environmental projects.

The role involves mentoring field staff, preparing written proposals, and ensuring safety and quality across projects, with travel as required. Strong background in GPR, magnetometry, and resistivity is preferred.