Project Geologist

Terracon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an experienced Geologist/Hydrogeologist to evaluate subsurface field and sampling data, interpret soils, bedrock and groundwater data, and develop site investigation conclusions for complex projects in Illinois. You will create subsurface maps, cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental staff on earthwork, foundations, and remediation activities.

Responsibilities include leading field monitoring, supervising boring investigations, ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 7 years’ related experience.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Certification in field of expertise required.
• Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Career level, fully competent Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting or coordinating detailed phases of work for part of a major project or total of a project of moderate scope and complexity.
• May devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• May serve as a team leader in medium projects and mentor junior level Geologists.
• Performs scientific analyses on projects of own discipline.
• May attend on and off-site client meetings.
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
• Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.

Skills

Safety

Quality assurance

Project coordination

Team leadership

Data analysis

Client meetings

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Hydrogeology or related field

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

Job description

General Responsibilities

Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions. Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects. Oversee field monitoring and testing of soils including boring investigations and soil type classification. Interpret soil, bedrock and groundwater elevation and quality data. Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments and remediation activities. Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork and structural foundations; well design and sampling; environmental assessments including Phase I/II site assessments; seismic risk assessments.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Career level, fully competent Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting or coordinating detailed phases of work for part of a major project or total of a project of moderate scope and complexity.
• May devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• May serve as a team leader in medium projects and mentor junior level Geologists.
• Performs scientific analyses on projects of own discipline.
• May attend on and off-site client meetings.
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
• Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 7 years’ related experience.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification in field of expertise required.
• Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) required.