Senior Geologist

WSP•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Senior Geologist with 5 or more years consulting experience to join our Alaska Team. We offer flexible working arrangements to help with work/life balance, and have an office in Anchorage, Alaska. WSP’s Alaska Team offers multi-disciplinary projects including geotechnical investigations, near-surface geophysical investigations, geological mapping projects, and related services to a diverse set of clients, including industrial/commercial companies, local and state agencies, and the federal government. Project locations range from local to statewide. We have in-house experts in engineering, environmental remediation, and graphics/GIS who support Alaskan projects, and have access to subject matter experts worldwide. The position requires a self-motivated candidate able to work as part of local, regional, or national project teams. Your Impact Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients by providing technical expertise, attending client meetings and leading project development pursuits Supervise and manage geologists to perform geologic and/or geotechnical investigations Plan and manage simple and complex subsurface field geologic exploration programs including geotechnical drilling and test pit explorations Analyze, evaluate, and interpret geologic, hydrogeologic, or similar data obtained during field investigations to develop conceptual geologic models Review geologic samples and geologic unit identification, assign laboratory testing, and supervise the preparation of exploration records Provide direction on the installation of monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation (VWP’s, inclinometers, transducers etc) Interpret geologic data and write geotechnical and geologic reports Conduct geologic research, write project proposals and reports Provide technical direction and oversight as well as mentoring and training to junior-level staff Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

B.S. or higher in Geology, Geophysics, Hydrogeology, or related discipline
5 or more years of geology (or related) consulting experience
Willing to work in the field conducting physically rigorous geologic data collection in a variety of terrain and weather conditions
Excellent communication and writing skills, with demonstrated report writing skills
Consistent and highly accurate project work
Ability to work efficiently and demonstrate effective organizational skills
Comfortable working within both small and large project teams to achieve objectives
Flexible to work outside of business hours, when necessary
Proficiency with MS Office: Excel, Word, and Outlook, in particular
Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree is preferred
Professional geologist registration
Experience managing complex subsurface investigations including geotechnical drilling, soil classification, monitoring well installation and instrumentation
Experience managing mid to large-size, multi-disciplinary projects
Specialized computer skills including database applications, ArcGIS, and gINT (or similar platform)
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired

Responsibilities

Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients by providing technical expertise, attending client meetings and leading project development pursuits
Supervise and manage geologists to perform geologic and/or geotechnical investigations
Plan and manage simple and complex subsurface field geologic exploration programs including geotechnical drilling and test pit explorations
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret geologic, hydrogeologic, or similar data obtained during field investigations to develop conceptual geologic models
Review geologic samples and geologic unit identification, assign laboratory testing, and supervise the preparation of exploration records
Provide direction on the installation of monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation (VWP’s, inclinometers, transducers etc)
Interpret geologic data and write geotechnical and geologic reports
Conduct geologic research, write project proposals and reports
Provide technical direction and oversight as well as mentoring and training to junior-level staff
Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.