Senior Geophysicist 1

DOWL•Helena, MT

About The Position

The Senior Geophysicist efficiently performs all phases of near-surface geophysics in support of engineering projects, including seismic refraction, MASW, and electrical resistivity testing and related processing and analysis for geotechnical engineering and geological studies. The position defines project-specific geophysical testing needs and methods, plans and conducts data collection, analyzes and interprets results, and prepares technical reports. The Senior Geophysicist is expected to demonstrate advanced knowledge of near-surface geophysical survey methods, strong organizational skills and work ethic, leadership, teamwork, and the ability and willingness to mentor others. The role requires travel away from home for extended periods to work at project sites, often in rural or remote locations. The role provides technical leadership on complex projects, reviews and quality-controls project deliverables, and supports project planning, budgets, schedules, client interactions, and technical pursuits. It may include project management and supervisory duties. Work is split between field and office environments, with outdoor fieldwork in year-round weather and locations ranging from urban to extremely remote.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
15 years of experience required; with an advanced degree, 14 years with an MS or 13 years with a PhD.
PE required.
PGL/CPG required.
Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Advanced proficiency in market-sector software: ResDInv, Rayfract, Seisimager/SW, Matlab, and Surfer.
Mastery of technical fundamentals and ability to develop solutions to complex technical challenges.
Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets; ability to deliver tasks within defined effort and consistently meet project budget and schedule expectations.
Ability to interpret and apply ASCE 7, AASHTO, IBC, and local codes, including understanding code limitations and appropriate deviations.
Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and teamwork skills; ability to receive and apply constructive criticism and seek guidance when necessary.
Ability to travel away from home for extended periods and work at rural or remote project sites.
Ability to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, and use hands; occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds; dig with a shovel or digging bars; hike across rough terrain, snow, and ice; and routinely lift and carry 30 to 50 pounds.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Define project-specific geophysical testing needs and methods.
Plan and conduct geophysical data collection; analyze and interpret results; and prepare technical reports.
Provide technical solutions to complex challenges and guide others in developing technical skills.
Serve as a technical leader and mentor on large or complex projects; answer questions from less experienced team members and act on team needs.
Lead production of and provide quality control for proposals and cost estimates, technical reports and memos, exploration plans, laboratory requests, design details, calculations, and modeling/software outputs.
Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules for complex projects; break projects into logical tasks; manage assignments to meet budget and schedule expectations; and mentor others in these activities.
Interpret, select, and apply design codes, understand their limitations and appropriate deviations, and mentor others on code interpretation and deviations.
Communicate directly with clients on large or complex projects, lead technical client meetings, manage appropriate messaging and legal risks, represent the company as an industry expert, and lead technical aspects of project interviews.
Review the work of others and perform technically complex work without supervision; perform project management duties as needed.
May oversee team operations and workflow, recruit and hire employees, train and coach staff, communicate between leadership and employees, set goals and deadlines, evaluate performance, make reward and promotion decisions, and handle discipline or termination in accordance with company policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel away from home for extended periods to work at project sites, including rural and remote locations.