Senior Geotechnical Project Geologist & Field Lead

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. in Sacramento seeks a senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist to lead site investigations, interpret subsurface data, and coordinate field activities for environmental and geologic projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Geology or Hydrogeology with 7+ years of experience, plus PG registration eligibility. You will mentor junior staff, prepare written reports, and collaborate with engineers and environmental scientists on Phase I/II assessments and remediation planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology with 7+ years experience.
• Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• Certification in field of expertise required.
• Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and report issues to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Lead medium projects and mentor junior geologists.
• Direct and supervise field staff to sample, test and collect data.
• Develop written proposals for clients and perform QA of others' proposals.
• Evaluate complex data and assemble in written reports.
• Attend on- and off-site client meetings.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Field sampling

Data interpretation

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Hydrogeology

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Terracon Consultants, Inc. in Sacramento seeks a senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist to lead site investigations, interpret subsurface data, and coordinate field activities for environmental and geologic projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Geology or Hydrogeology with 7+ years of experience, plus PG registration eligibility. You will mentor junior staff, prepare written reports, and collaborate with engineers and environmental scientists on Phase I/II assessments and remediation planning.