Terracon

Project Geophysicist

Terracon • $80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geophysics.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Ability to meet state-specific requirements for Professional Geophysicist registration.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning for all projects.
  • Lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement initiatives on projects.
  • Ensure consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
  • Plan and coordinate work stages for major or moderate-scale projects.
  • Devise innovative solutions to geophysical challenges.
  • Mentor and lead junior Geophysicists in team settings.
  • Perform geophysical analyses and compile results for reports.
  • Direct field staff in data collection and site documentation.
  • Develop written proposals for clients encompassing quality control reviews.
  • Attend on and off-site client meetings as needed.

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment with opportunities for mentorship.
  • Access to the most advanced geophysical tools and techniques.
  • Commitment to sustainable practices with minimal site disturbance.
  • Continuous professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Engagement in diverse projects impacting critical infrastructure.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Perform a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon's service lines.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Provide and lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
  • Provide consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
  • Career level, fully competent Geophysicist 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 Geophysicists.
  • Performs geophysical analyses on projects.
  • May attend on and off-site client meetings.
  • Direct and supervise 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 geophysical data and assembles in written reports.
  • Work under the supervision of a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.
  • Begin documented mentoring and application process for Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer certification.


  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geophysics.
  • Minimum 5-8 years' experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geophysicist based on state specific requirements.


  • About the Team

    Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients' project sites faster, safer, and more sustainably than traditional drilling with little or no site disturbance. With the most geophysical professionals and the largest fleet of near-surface equipment compared to competitors, our experts draw on a wide range of screening tools to provide our clients with necessary geophysical data for the exploration, planning, design, locating, and/or evaluation of a wide variety of sites to increase accuracy and manage project risk.

    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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