Senior Geologist

Terracon; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon seeks a Senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist to guide complex field investigations and reporting on environmental and geologic site conditions. You will oversee subsurface data interpretation, cross-sections, and project-specific risk assessment while coordinating with engineering and environmental teams.

The role requires a Geology-related bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience; a Master’s degree or PhD is preferred, and PG certification plus Authorized Project Reviewer status are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• Professional Geologist (PG) designation.
• Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status required.
• Certification in field of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding and awareness of project-related risk and mitigation.
• Lead safety efforts for the project team and promote safe work practices.
• Monitor quality and drive continuous improvement on projects.
• Lead complex projects as a Senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist with innovative techniques.
• Oversee analysis and recommendations in written reports.
• Help establish and update policies for technical field work.
• Provide technical direction and training to staff with less experience.
• Contribute to marketing strategies and client qualification presentations.
• Serve as an Authorized Project Reviewer.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

Masters 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:

• Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company.
• Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices.
• Senior level Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for leading complex projects requiring innovative investigation techniques.
• Supervise the analysis and formation of recommendations in written reports.
• Assist in establishing and updating current policies/ procedures for technical projects in field of expertise, to ensure proper interpretation and implementation by subordinate staff.
• Provide technical direction and training to less experience professional staff.
• Participate in the development of marketing strategies and presentations of qualifications to clients on projects.
• Serves as an Authorized Project Reviewer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 9 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
• Professional Geologist (PG) designation
• Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status required.