What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Geologist position at Terracon?
Job Description
The Terracon Pittsburgh office is looking for a new member to join our winning and growing due diligence team. If your interested in working with a truly dynamic team with tremendous professional growth potential and encouragement from Management to chase your passion, consider joining the Terracon Pittsburgh Office.
General Responsibilities:
Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions. Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects. Oversee field monitoring and testing of soils including boring investigations and soil type classification. Interpret soil, bedrock and groundwater elevation and quality data. Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments and remediation activities. Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork and structural foundations; well design and sampling; environmental assessments including Phase I/II site assessments; overseeing geophysical surveys; UST/AST system management/oversight.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
* Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
* Prepare Phase I ESAs.
* Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
* Proficient Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity.
* May assist more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects.
* Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
* Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
* Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.
* Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.
* May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
* May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 3 years' experience.
* Master's degree preferred.
* Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certification:
* Certification in field of expertise.
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon's growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
The Terracon Pittsburgh office is looking for a new member to join our winning and growing due diligence team. If your interested in working with a truly dynamic team with tremendous professional growth potential and encouragement from Management to chase your passion, consider joining the Terracon Pittsburgh Office.
General Responsibilities:
Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions. Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects. Oversee field monitoring and testing of soils including boring investigations and soil type classification. Interpret soil, bedrock and groundwater elevation and quality data. Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments and remediation activities. Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork and structural foundations; well design and sampling; environmental assessments including Phase I/II site assessments; overseeing geophysical surveys; UST/AST system management/oversight.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
* Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
* Prepare Phase I ESAs.
* Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
* Proficient Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity.
* May assist more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects.
* Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
* Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
* Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.
* Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.
* May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
* May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 3 years' experience.
* Master's degree preferred.
* Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certification:
* Certification in field of expertise.
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon's growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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