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Terracon Consultants Inc is Hiring a Project Geologist Near Harrisburg, PA
Are you ready to lead a team of dedicated professionals furnishing geologic and hydrogeologic services on exciting projects? Are you a self-starter who loves a challenge? The Terracon Harrisburg, Pennsylvania office is seeking a highly responsible Licensed Professional Geologist to serve as a leader and mentor in the Site Investigation and Closure Department.
If your passion lies in working with a company that truly cares for your safety, and if you're interested in belonging to a 100% employee-owned organization that will help you grow and quickly progress in your career, consider Terracon and apply today.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As Project Geologist, in the Site Investigation and Closure Department, you will be responsible for interacting with clients and managing the day-to-day activities of a wide variety of environmental and geologic investigation projects. You will work in a team environment (with other Professional Geologists, GITs, and environmental scientists) participating in a wide variety of projects involving multiple environmental subject areas. The position will entail working with junior staff members for the collection of environmental data (global position system (GPS) instruments, photoionization (PID), combustible gas indicators (CGI), and data loggers), the gathering of environmental samples (soil, water, groundwater, and waste materials), periodically assisting with the set up of field instruments/equipment, and participating in the performance of elements associated with Phase II and III environmental site assessments (ESAs). Additional responsibilities will include: planning/overseeing pump tests; analysis of aquifer test data; performing groundwater investigations; managing and overseeing pumping tests; analysis of aquifer test data; performing groundwater investigations; managing and overseeing Act 2 cleanups; and performing solute transport modeling. The Project Geologist will be responsible for the review and evaluation of geologic and hydrogeologic data, and the development of reports (some requiring a PG seal). This position will require individuals to interface with clients. The person is expected to exhibit independent judgement to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload. Some evening and weekend work may occasionally be involved.
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.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Oversees junior staff members for the collection of field data to support project assignments.
- Review, analyze, and evaluate data from environmental laboratories (sampling results), reports, maps, drawings, and testing results for projects.
- Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
- Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies.
- Manage and develop plans for drilling of soil borings/wells and the collection of environmental samples.
- Assist with and perform various aspects of Phase II and Phase III environmental site assessments and technical writing of reports.
- Coordinate work with supervisors, other PGs, and environmental staff members.
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 7 years' related experience.
- Master's degree or PhD preferred.
- Certification in field of expertise.
- Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geologist (PG).
- Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
- 40-hour HAZWOPER
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Professional Geologist license
- Experience working in the environmental/engineering field.
- Experience in the private consulting industry.
- Knowledge of PADEP, SRBC, & DRBC water supply regs, a plus.
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.
Job Summary
Full Time
Business Services
$58k-72k (estimate)
05/02/2023
05/11/2024
chjconsultants.com
VICTORVILLE, CA
25 - 50
2016
BEN WILLIAMS
$5M - $10M
Business Services
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