Project Geologist

GFT; Roseville (CA); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Geologist to join the Geotechnical, Dams and Hydraulics team in Roseville, CA or Oakland, CA. Hybrid work model with regular office attendance.

The role focuses on geologic investigations, site assessments, and reporting for challenging geotechnical projects across water resources and infrastructure. The candidate will support hydroelectric projects, develop geologic models, and prepare technical reports while collaborating with engineers and other geoscientists.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Geology or related field required.
• 5–10 years in engineering geology projects with increasing responsibility.
• Current California PG license.
• Experience developing, conducting, and managing engineering geology projects/tasks independently or with a team.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform geologic investigations to evaluate conditions for engineered structures.
• Analyze geologic data and develop geologic maps and cross-sections.
• Prepare field exploration work plans, hazard assessments, and technical reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Geology knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

BA/BS in Geology or related discipline

MS degree in Geology

California PG license (or eligibility)

Tools

Rocscience

RockWorks

gINT

LiDAR/photogrammetry software

GIS

Job description

• OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER Certification a plus

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Geologist to join our Geotechnical, Dams and Hydraulics team in Roseville, CA or Oakland, CA! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the office. Our specialists have the in-depth knowledge to excel on the most challenging geotechnical assignments. We provide innovative solutions for foundations; underground construction; earth structures, including dams and levees; groundwater resources; and marginal building sites. Our geotechnical engineers and geologists also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity. We have completed more than 1,000 subsurface and geophysical projects across the U.S. – from small-scale projects to large, complex dams, highways, bridges, and underground structures.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

The Roseville office primarily supports hydroelectric clients and their related projects. As a Geologist, you will support geologic investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic/geotechnical conditions and to identify geologic factors that could impact the design, construction, and/or long-term performance of engineered structures. Project work performed and supported by this role includes geologic field reconnaissance mapping to identify and characterize geologic hazards, logging and sampling geotechnical borings, developing geologic models through interpretation of available surface/subsurface data, and preparing technical reports. You will assist with a wide variety of projects, including rockfall evaluation and mitigation, storm damage assessment and repair, post-fire assessment and debris flow mitigation, fault hazard evaluation, seismic source characterization, geotechnical and structural instrumentation, and water conveyance inspections (canals, tunnels, penstocks).

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Organizes and performs geologic investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic/geotechnical conditions, and to identify geologic factors that could impact the design, construction, and/or long-term performance of engineered structures. Investigations may include field geologic mapping, subsurface exploration, and inspection of existing water storage and conveyance facilities.
• Compiles and analyzes geologic data, including geologic maps, aerial photographs, construction records, and other background document information
• Applies standard practices and techniques, interprets and correlates geologic and laboratory data, prepares cross-sections and geologic maps, recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results using a systematic process.
• Routinely prepares field exploration work plans, job hazard assessments, and comprehensive technical reports with supporting figures and tables.
• Performs construction observation activities including: general grading, foundation preparation, instrumentation installation, scaling of rock slopes, and rockfall mitigation measure installation, etc.
• Adheres to project quality assurance/quality control, and health and safety protocols
• Performs periodic client coordination and attends project meetings
• Prepares project budgets, schedules, and reports needed to achieve project goals
• Concurrently manages multiple small projects or tasks within larger projects; management includes tracking of project resources, scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables
• Directs lower level geosciences/engineering personnel to accomplish tasks
• Assists with managing existing clients, developing new clients, and identifying new business opportunities

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• BA/BS degree in Geology or related discipline
• 5 – 10 years experience of increasing responsibility in engineering geology type projects
• Current Professional Geologist (PG) license in California
• Experience in developing, conducting, and managing engineering geology projects/tasks independently or as part of a larger team
• Ability to thrive on a diverse, close-knit, and dynamic geology team and willingness to learn from experienced mentors
• Strong, professional level oral and written communication skills
• Proficient use of standard office software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

What We Prefer You Bring

• MS degree in Geology or related discipline
• Certified Engineering Geologist registration in California
• Experience with project management on multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience primarily related to water conveyance/storage, hydropower, and infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation equipment
• Experience with assessing rock stability (in cut slopes and within tunnels), performing computer-based stereonet/kinematic analysis and rockfall simulations, and performing design of rock support/rockfall mitigation
• Knowledge of various professional software tools (Rocscience suite, RockWorks, gINT, LiDAR/photogrammetry software, GIS, etc.)
• OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER Certification a plus
• Rope access training or certification (e.g., SPRAT) a plus

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $93,000 - $137,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location

Roseville, CA; Oakland, CA

Core Business Hours:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.