Senior Geologist

KCI Technologies; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Family friendly benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and mentoring

Resources for career advancement

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead high-impact remedial actions for public and private clients. The role involves directing environmental site assessments, interpreting data, guiding field programs, and mentoring junior geologists. A P.G. license is required.

You'll lead project planning, technical analyses, and decision-making, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance across projects.

Qualifications

• Education in geology or related field; bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and licensed Professional Geologist (P.G.).
• Proven experience in planning, estimating, scheduling and monitoring projects.
• Track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards for environmental construction management, QA and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Motor vehicle checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geological field investigations, mapping, sampling, and data collection programs, including environmental site assessments (Phase II ESAs).
• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to develop accurate subsurface models.
• Oversight of multi-media sample collection and processing – soils, groundwater, surface water, vapor, etc.
• Prepare and review geological reports, technical documentation, and regulatory submissions.
• Operation & maintenance of remediation facilities.
• Responsible for data tabulation and management, environmental data interpretation, map development, specification development, remediation design, cost estimating, and report writing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations during field and office activities.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, clients, or regulatory agencies.
• Train and mentor junior geologists on the team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Environmental construction management

Quality assurance & safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

The Senior Geologist provides advanced geologicalexpertiseto leadhigh-impact remedial actions for both public and private clients. This role involves leadingenvironmental site assessments, interpreting subsurface data, guidinggeologicalfield programs,remedial design,and mentoring junior geologists. The Senior Geologist plays a critical role in project planning, technical analysis, and strategic decision-making.This person must be a licensed Professional Geologist (P.G.).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geological field investigations, mapping, sampling, and data collection programs, including environmental siteassessments (Phase II ESAs).

• Interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to developaccuratesubsurface models.

• Oversight of multi-media sample collection and processing – soils, groundwater, surface water, vapor, etc.

• Prepare and review geological reports, technical documentation, and regulatory submissions.

• Operation & maintenance of remediation facilities

• Responsible for data tabulation and management, environmental data interpretation, map development, specification development, remediation design, cost estimating, and report writing.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers.

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations during field and office activities.

• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities.

• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, clients, or regulatory agencies.

• Train and mentor junior geologists on the team.

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree inGeology,Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or Geography or related

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and must be a licensed Professional Geologist (P.G.).

• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating,schedulingand monitoring projects.

• A track record of successful project delivery.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.

• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related toenvironmentalconstruction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability toidentifyissues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.