Staff Geologist

Terracon • Nashville, TN

4d

About The Position

The Staff Geologist evaluates and interprets subsurface field and sampling data, including soil and groundwater, to draw conclusions about environmental and geologic site conditions. The role generates subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborates with engineering and environmental scientist staff. It oversees field monitoring and soil testing, including boring investigations and soil classification, and interprets soil, bedrock, and groundwater elevation and quality data.

The position prepares written plans and reports for site investigations, assessments, and remediation activities. Projects may include construction work focused on earthwork and structural foundations, well design and sampling, Phase I/II environmental site assessments, and seismic risk assessments. The role conducts site testing and makes recommendations for systems design on smaller, less complex projects, and may assist senior Geologists on larger, more complex projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Certification in the field of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards on all projects; participate in pre-task planning and report safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Conduct site testing and make recommendations for systems design on smaller, minimally complex projects.
• Assist more senior Geologists on large, complex projects.
• Perform site visits, field observations, field data collection, and assigned field work.
• Implement technical requirements for client projects by directing and supervising field staff who sample, test, collect data, and document site activities.
• Develop written proposals to clients for approval by senior-level professionals.
• Evaluate moderately complex laboratory and field data and assemble findings into written reports.
• Participate as a team member in meetings and communications with clients about specific projects or tasks.
• Oversee work performed by lower-level Geologists or Hydrogeologists.
• Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data, including soil and groundwater.
• Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff.
• Oversee field monitoring and soil testing, including boring investigations and soil type classification.
• Interpret soil, bedrock, and groundwater elevation and quality data.
• Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments, and remediation activities.

What This Job Offers

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