Project Geologist

GFT • Roseville, CA

10d • $93,000 - $137,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Geologist to join its Geotechnical, Dams and Hydraulics team in Roseville or Oakland, California. The position follows a hybrid work model and requires regular office attendance. The Roseville office primarily supports hydroelectric clients and related projects.

The Geologist supports investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic and geotechnical conditions and identify factors that may affect the design, construction, or long-term performance of engineered structures. Work may include field reconnaissance mapping, geotechnical boring logging and sampling, subsurface exploration, interpretation of surface and subsurface data, geologic modeling, inspections of water storage and conveyance facilities, construction observation, and preparation of technical reports. Projects may address rockfall, storm damage, post-fire conditions and debris flows, fault hazards, seismic sources, geotechnical and structural instrumentation, and inspection of canals, tunnels, and penstocks.

The role includes coordinating with clients, preparing budgets and schedules, managing multiple small projects or tasks, directing junior personnel, and supporting client development and business opportunities. GFT is a privately held AEC firm with more than 5,000 employees and work across transportation, water, power, and buildings.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Geology or a related discipline.
• 5–10 years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering geology projects.
• Current Professional Geologist (PG) license in California.
• Experience independently or collaboratively developing, conducting, and managing engineering geology projects or tasks.
• Ability to thrive on a diverse, close-knit, dynamic geology team and willingness to learn from experienced mentors.
• Strong professional-level oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• MS degree in Geology or a related discipline.
• Certified Engineering Geologist registration in California.
• Project management experience on multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with water conveyance and storage, hydropower, and infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation equipment.
• Experience assessing rock stability in cut slopes and tunnels, conducting computer-based stereonet and kinematic analysis and rockfall simulations, and designing rock support or rockfall mitigation.
• Knowledge of professional software tools such as the Rocscience suite, RockWorks, gINT, LiDAR/photogrammetry software, and GIS.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Rope access training or certification, such as SPRAT.

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform geologic investigations to characterize geologic and geotechnical conditions and identify factors that may affect engineered structures.
• Conduct field geologic mapping, subsurface exploration, and inspections of existing water storage and conveyance facilities.
• Compile and analyze geologic maps, aerial photographs, construction records, and other background information.
• Interpret and correlate geologic and laboratory data; prepare cross-sections and geologic maps; and identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare field exploration work plans, job hazard assessments, and technical reports with supporting figures and tables.
• Observe construction activities, including grading, foundation preparation, instrumentation installation, rock slope scaling, and installation of rockfall mitigation measures.
• Follow project quality assurance/quality control and health and safety protocols.
• Coordinate periodically with clients and attend project meetings.
• Prepare project budgets, schedules, and reports.
• Manage multiple small projects or tasks within larger projects, including resources, scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Direct lower-level geosciences and engineering personnel in completing tasks.
• Assist with managing existing clients, developing new clients, and identifying business opportunities.

Benefits

• Hybrid in-person and remote work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Wellness programs.
• Parental leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior