Senior Geologist - Kensico-Eastview Connection Tunnel Project

Edgewater Technical Associates • White Plains, NY

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a Senior Geologist for the Kensico-Eastview Connection Tunnel Project in White Plains, New York. The Senior Geologist will evaluate, document, and classify geological and ground conditions encountered during underground shaft and tunnel construction. Working closely with field and project teams, this role will assess rock and ground conditions, record underground observations, and support selection of appropriate ground support in accordance with project drawings and requirements.

The role requires field-based geological assessments in active underground construction environments. The position requires a New York State Professional Geologist (PG) license and at least 10 years of experience characterizing ground conditions, preferably involving underground construction, shafts, or tunnels. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future. Annual compensation is commensurate with education and experience and may range from $150,000 to $185,000.

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC, founded in 2003, is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, with five regional offices. The company provides construction, engineering, and technical services to government and commercial customers. Edgewater offers individual and family benefit options, including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401(k) with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning on the first day.

Requirements

• Professional Geologist (PG) license in the State of New York.
• At least 10 years of experience characterizing ground conditions, preferably involving underground construction, shafts, or tunnels.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and classify ground conditions observed in shafts and tunnels.
• Experience performing geological mapping and characterization of rock masses.
• Experience observing, logging, and documenting underground probe drilling activities.
• Ability to evaluate field conditions and select appropriate ground support based on geological observations and project drawings.
• Strong understanding of rock and soil behavior in underground construction environments.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain geological field logs, maps, and technical documentation.
• Strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate geological and ground-condition information to construction and project personnel.
• Comfort working in active underground construction environments and performing field-based geological assessments.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and document ground conditions encountered in underground shafts and tunnels.
• Perform geological and geotechnical mapping of exposed rock masses and underground excavations.
• Classify ground conditions based on field observations and project requirements.
• Monitor, log, and maintain detailed records of underground probe drilling activities.
• Evaluate geological conditions encountered during excavation and identify changes or potentially adverse ground conditions.
• Select and recommend appropriate ground support based on observed conditions and project drawings.
• Maintain accurate geological logs, mapping records, drilling documentation, and other field records.
• Communicate geological observations and ground-condition changes to project and field personnel.
• Provide timely geological assessments to support underground construction as excavation progresses.
• Assist the project team in ensuring ground support decisions are consistent with documented field conditions and applicable project requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Pre- and post-tax 401(k) retirement account with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning on Day 1.
• Individual and family benefit options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed