Senior Geologist 3

Haley & Aldrich; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Senior Geologist 3 for our Cincinnati, OH office. The senior geologist will lead complex site-characterization projects for industrial and energy clients, directing field programs and developing conceptual site models.

Travel regionally is expected while mentoring diverse teams and advancing regulatory compliance. The candidate should hold a Professional Geologist registration, strong modeling software experience, and a solid understanding of Ohio environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field.
• 12+ years of geologic site characterization experience.
• Professional geology registration or certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of projects and proposals on large, complex, multi-disciplinary programs.
• Coach and mentor staff to ensure high-quality analyses and reports.
• Demonstrate technical competence and knowledge of codes and regulations.
• Align project scopes with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Support business development and cultivate client relationships.

Skills

Geology

Site characterization

Professional registration

Communication

MS 365

Geologic modeling

Travel readiness

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

Master’s degree in Geology (preferred)

Tools

Geologic modeling software

Job description

Senior Geologist 3 – Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati, OH, United States | req2165

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you’ll tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments – and, in turn, build stronger communities. You’ll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Senior Geologist 3 to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Cincinnati, OH office.

In this role, you will provide senior technical leadership for complex geologic site-characterization projects serving industrial and energy clients. You will develop investigation strategies and conceptual site models, oversee field programs, interpret complex geologic data, and translate technical findings into practical solutions that address client objectives and regulatory requirements. You will mentor multidisciplinary teams, support business-development efforts, and help strengthen client relationships throughout Ohio and the surrounding region. The successful candidate will bring Professional Geologist registration, expertise with industry-standard geologic modeling software, and demonstrated knowledge of Ohio environmental regulations. Local and regional travel, including occasional overnight stays, will be required.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the execution of project work and proposals on large and/or complex multi-disciplinary projects to align with company-defined business objectives and client expectations in partnership with the project team.
• Regularly coach, mentor, and direct staff in the quality execution of projects and preparation of analyses, technical reports and other deliverables, with a focus on developing skills to support their professional growth.
• Demonstrate strong technical competence, knowledge of codes and regulations, and professional standards of practice to assigned tasks.
• Leverage your understanding of codes, regulations, and professional standard of practice associated with project work in your area of expertise to align project scopes with client objectives and regulatory requirements to deliver superior client value.
• Leverage your learning to increase the technical capabilities of others and the overall technical performance of the company.
• Excel in your field by engaging with external organizations, delivering internal and external presentations, and contributing to technical publications.
• Lead the development of geologic site characterization plans and oversee the implementation of field investigation programs.
• Lead project teams with the technical evaluation and interpretation of site characterization and geologic data, develop conceptual site models, and work with other multidisciplinary team members to assess the impact to project goals.
• Maintain a high-level understanding of the current state of the practice in the geologic discipline.
• Lead all work in accordance with company and client Health & Safety protocols.
• Demonstrate our foundational safety behaviors.
• Support business-development activities for industrial and energy markets by cultivating client relationships, identifying opportunities, and contributing technical strategy to proposals and pursuits.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field.
• 12+ years of related Geologic Site characterization experience.
• Professional registration or certification, as applicable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including verbally communicating and presenting project information to clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Applies emotional intelligence to achieve higher impact on project team and client communications.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft 365 products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work on interdisciplinary project teams.
• Familiarity with industry-standard geologic modeling software.
• Current Professional Geologist registration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio environmental regulations and experience applying them to industrial or energy projects.
• Expertise with industry-standard geologic modeling software.
• Demonstrated business-development capabilities, including client relationship development and technical proposal support.
• Able to travel locally and regionally, including occasional overnight stays.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree in Geology or related field.
• Expertise with industry standard geologic modeling software.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training and refresher updates desirable.

The salary range for this position in Cincinnati, OH is $110,000-$140,000. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to delivering the value our clients need from their capital, operations, and environmental projects.

Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draw inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work.

Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow.

Learn more at haleyaldrich.com.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status.

We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package.

Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Limited English Proficiency

Haley & Aldrich, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans´ Readjustment Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and pursuant to Executive Order 13166, applicants with disabilities or limited English proficiency that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 1-617-886-7400 for assistance.

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