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Terracon

Field Geophysicist

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A Geophysicist applies knowledge of geology and physics to finding mineral resources and petroleum reservoirs, mitigating natural hazards, finding archeological relics, and assessing sites for environmental remediation. Usually skilled in data management and analysis using tools such as Python, MATLAB and GIS.

$105,031 / year median in Missouri

+9% projected growth

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Field Geophysicist Terracon - 3.2 St. Louis, MO Job Details $94,270 - $146,080 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance
Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description General Responsibilities:
Are you an environmental consultant with a passion for exceptional client service? Terracon is seeking an experienced Project Manager and Team Leader to join the leadership team in our Hartford, CT office. Our office works on a diverse set of projects sourced both locally and nationally, including environmental site assessments (Phase I/II ESAs/LSIs); comprehensive site characterization and risk assessments; remedial design, installation and O&M; and asbestos (ACM) & industrial hygiene (IH) projects. We are a multi-discipline solution provider to myriad clients that include Fortune 100 international Commercial-Retail owners/operators and developers; financial institutions; law firms; national and Northeast-US based architect/engineer (A/E) clients; as well as towns, municipalities, and school districts in the local New England marketplace. This position is for an energetic environmental professional who aspires to lead a team, to be Best at People and Exceptional for our Clients . If you're interested in belonging to an employee-owned organization that allows us to set our course together and benefit when our hard work creates financial success, then Terracon is your kind of company - we share your passion!
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Provide Leadership and Management of a Team consisting of 5 team members, with 2026-2027 growth anticipated. Serve as a Project/Client manager for $500k portfolio of Due Diligence and & Site Characterization-Remediation (SIREM) workload. Serve as LEP on LEP-led projects if licensed, or upon licensure. Serve as Project Manager for Asbestos/IH projects coordinating with our CT-licensed ACM-IH practitioners, and CIH and/or other SME as appropriate, to execute-deliver on contracted scopes of work. In partnership with the Office Manager, develop and execute on business development strategies to build/grow backlog for the Environmental team in the southern New England footprint managed by the Rocky Hill office, coordinated & integrated with our teams in Manchester, NH; Greater Boston and Providence offices. Work proactively within our National Client Account Program for successful, timely, project delivery. Provide environmental support to multiple services lines including industrial hygiene, geotechnical services, construction and building materials, serving as an inter-disciplinary team member in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks. Possess strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Understand and implement technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities. Ability to make recommendations for conceptual designs based on technical data, and to develop written proposals to clients for both small and large projects. Experienced in evaluating and synthesizing complex laboratory and field data, and assembly in written reports. Perform site visits, field observations and field data collection with ability to collect detailed site observations and notes as you mentor, supervise, and oversee a staff of environmental professionals. Demonstrate a commitment and lead Terracon's journey to Injury and Incident Free (IIF), including our rules and practices, guidelines, and standards for incident and injury free operations. Understand and follow project quality and corporate quality standards for all projects.
Requirements:
BS/BA degree (MS desirable) in Engineering, Geology, or Environmental Science, and a minimum of 10 years relevant professional experience. Professional licensure as a CT Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP) and/or MA Licensed Site Professional (LSP) is desirable. If not currently licensed, a path to LEP licensure in CT in the coming 12-18 months is required. Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.
Maximum Salary:
146,080.00
Minimum Salary:
94,270.00 About Us Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. About the Team Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive. EEO Statement 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.