Terracon

Project Geologist

Terracon$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field with 7+ years of relevant experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred for advanced roles.
  • Certification in a relevant field is essential.
  • Registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) is required or must be obtainable.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety guidelines and participate in pre-task planning.
  • Maintain quality standards on all projects.
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate project phases with moderate complexity.
  • Devise innovative solutions to encountered problems.
  • Lead medium projects and mentor junior Geologists.
  • Conduct scientific analyses specific to the discipline.
  • Attend client meetings on and off-site.
  • Direct field staff to execute sampling and data collection.

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment with multi-disciplinary professionals.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.
  • Engagement in meaningful projects addressing environmental challenges.
  • Focus on sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

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; seismic risk assessments.

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.
  • Career level, fully competent Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting or coordinating detailed phases of work for part of a major project or total of a project of moderate scope and complexity.
  • May devise new approaches to problems encountered.
  • May serve as a team leader in medium projects and mentor junior level Geologists.
  • Performs scientific analyses on projects of own discipline.
  • May attend on and off-site client meetings.
  • 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 both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
  • Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.


  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 7 years' related experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Certification in field of expertise required.
  • Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) required.

    About the Team

    Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
  • About Terracon

    Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
    Learn more about Terracon
    Size
    5,000 employees
    Industry
    Net Income
    $50 million
    Founded
    2023
    5 Year Trend
    +20%
    Revenue
    $800 million
    NASDAQ

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