Senior Staff Geologist

Senior Staff Geologist - LSI/ESA/Act II Pittsburgh, PA 2 DAYS AGO 22646415 Summary Pittsburgh, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 5 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time

Description General Responsibilities:

Join a team where innovation meets impact - our Pittsburgh office, recently voted one of the best places to work, is seeking an individual ready to shape the future of environmental solutions. This dynamic role blends fieldwork with office-based collaboration, offering the chance to work on complex projects, mentor emerging talent, and contribute to meaningful outcomes both on-site and behind the scenes. If you're passionate about making a difference, come explore with us! Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions. Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects. Oversee field monitoring and testing of soils 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. Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork and structural foundations; well design and sampling; environmental assessments including Phase I/II site assessments; seismic risk assessments.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Oversee and/or conduct Phase

I,II,III

Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) Apply knowledge of PADEP's Land Recycling (Act 2) and Storage Tank Programs Oversee and/or perform environmental site characterization Experience with PADEP Clean Fill Evaluation and Management of Fill Policy Oversee and/or execute field investigations in hydrogeologic/geologic settings with emphasis on collection of soil, groundwater and vapor samples, various drilling methods, and aquifer evaluations Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Mid-level, experienced Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on medium sized projects with a variety of complexity. Participates with more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects. Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments. Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities. Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others. Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports. May serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks. May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 5 years' related experience. GIT preferred. A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Required Qualifications:

Certification in field of expertise Certification in field of expertise Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status. Additional Details

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