Senior Geologist — Lead Environmental Remediation Projects

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

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.