Subsurface Specialist | St. Louis, MO

MSH; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MSH is seeking a Subsurface Specialist to join our growing field services team in the St. Louis area. You will combine hands-on technical expertise with client-facing skills to investigate underground conditions and support project decisions.

You’ll work across urban infrastructure and large-scale construction projects, performing GPR/EM investigations, data capture, and on-site reporting while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certification in GPR or related field preferred.
• 2+ years in GPR, construction scanning, or underground utility mapping with references preferred.
• Prior sales or customer-facing experience in technical/industrial services is a plus.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct subsurface investigations using GPR, EM pipe location, and other scanning technologies, capturing data with GPS-integrated field software.
• Deliver on-site mark-outs, solutions, and reports meeting quality and safety standards.
• Engage with clients before, during, and after fieldwork to ensure thorough data collection.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through site visits and networking.
• Coordinate scheduling and service delivery with branch operations and maintain CRM records.

Skills

Client-facing

Fieldwork

Sales

Communication

Documentation

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

GPS field software

Job description

We're looking for a Subsurface Specialist to join a growing field services team in the St. Louis area. In this role, you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with client-facing skills to help ensure the safety and success of construction and infrastructure projects. You'll use advanced scanning and data-capture technologies to investigate underground conditions, support critical project decisions, and help reduce risks that could impact timelines and budgets.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety — split between technical fieldwork, consultative client interaction, and business development — while working alongside multidisciplinary teams on projects ranging from urban infrastructure to large-scale construction developments.

What You'll Do

• Conduct subsurface investigations using ground-penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetic (EM) pipe location, and other scanning technologies, capturing data digitally through GPS-integrated field software
• Deliver accurate on-site mark-outs, solutions, and reports that meet company quality and safety standards
• Engage with clients before, during, and after fieldwork to ensure thorough and reliable data collection
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through site visits, office outreach, and industry networking events
• Partner with regional business development, account management, and branch leadership to support cross-selling into related service lines
• Prepare custom quotes, proposals, and pricing, acting as a subject-matter expert throughout the sales process
• Coordinate scheduling and service delivery with branch operations
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, leads, and opportunities in the CRM
• Represent the company at industry events, safety meetings, and project kickoffs
• Champion a strong safety culture in every client and team interaction

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical certification in GPR or a related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in GPR, construction scanning, or underground utility mapping preferred, with verifiable references
• Prior sales or customer-facing experience in a technical or industrial services environment is a strong plus
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with comfort in a consultative sales approach
• Solid report-writing and technical documentation abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM experience a plus
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing shifting priorities and deadlines
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work outdoors in varying conditions, and travel locally within a defined territory
• Must be able to stand, walk, or crouch for extended periods

Candidates selected for employment must pass a post-offer drug/alcohol screen, background check, and motor vehicle records check.