Geostructural Associate: Field Geology & Tunneling Expert

Provost & Pritchard; Sonora (CA); On-site; MXN 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Provost & Pritchard is seeking an experienced Geologist to join our Geostructural team. The role involves geologic mapping during construction, logging rock cores, coordinating field activities, and preparing technical reports for water district tunnel projects and wine cave work in California and nearby regions. The candidate should hold a B.S.

in Geology (M.S. preferred) with strong communication, computer skills, and willingness to travel up to 300 miles per week.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Geology required.
• M.S. degree preferred, or 1 to 2 years of consulting experience may be substituted.
• Associate level (+5 years) of work-related experience.
• Associate level PG preferred
• Possess, or ability to obtain, GIT
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proven ability to write technical information using appropriate grammar, punctuation and spelling for concise reader-friendliness and clarity;
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new methods and programs;
• Willing and able to travel as frequently as once or twice per week and approximately 300 miles roundtrip;
• Working knowledge of drilling methods;
• Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques and procedures for geologic analysis;
• Ability to develop investigation approaches, work plans, and subcontract scope of work;
• Ability to work with a high degree of independent judgment.
• Valid California Drivers License and available transportation;
• Current OSHA 40-Hr. HAZWOPER certification required if working on hazardous materials sites; Company is willing to provide access to this training;
• Possess or ability to obtain ACI Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform geologic mapping during construction.
• Log exploration drilling and rock core samples.
• Coordinate field activities with contractors and drillers.
• Conduct site visits to observe construction and provide field support.
• Analyze geologic data and prepare technical reports.
• Assist with proposals, project planning, and construction support.
• Communicate findings with project managers, engineers, and clients.

Skills

Geology

Field mapping

Technical reporting

Communication

Computer skills

Travel willingness

HazWOPER training

Education

B.S. Geology

M.S. preferred

1–2 years consulting acceptable

Associate PG preferred

GIT certification

Tools

ACI Certification

Job description

Provost & Pritchard is seeking an experienced Geologist to join our Geostructural team. The role involves geologic mapping during construction, logging rock cores, coordinating field activities, and preparing technical reports for water district tunnel projects and wine cave work in California and nearby regions. The candidate should hold a B.S.

in Geology (M.S. preferred) with strong communication, computer skills, and willingness to travel up to 300 miles per week.