Sr. Geologist

Must Haves:

• Bachelors degree - Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or similar
• 10+ years of experience in the environmental consulting industry as a Geologist or Environmental Engineer
• Experience with data analysis, 3D modeling and visualization
• GIS, EVA (earth volumetric studio), Leap-Frog
• 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent organizational & communication skills, both written and verbal

Plusses:

• Geologist in Training (GIT) or Professional Geologist (PG) license, or ability to obtain
• 8 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER supervisor
• Experience with CERCLA
• Experience with fractured bedrock
• Experience on federal programs (will be working closely with Navy, army, Airforce, NASA, etc.)

Overview:

Our client is seeking a Senior-Level Geologist or Environmental Engineer to join their team in Virginia Beach, VA to support several federal environmental investigation and remediation projects in the area. This is a hybrid role with about 25% of the job being done in the field and 75% in office. Most spend 3 days/week in office and 2 at home. This person will be responsible for data visualization, creating 3D digital site models to support subsurface investigations and remediation projects.

Day to Day:

• Evaluate geologic and chemistry data to reach sound technical conclusions and present/document findings in project reports using text, figures, graphs, etc.
• Develop and assume responsibility for the execution of basic to moderately complex tasks/projects.
• Plan and oversee/perform remedial investigations and remediation projects.
• Provide field leadership role and field oversight.
• Lead field testing, multimedia sampling, and other investigation fieldwork.
• Maintain strong skills/capabilities regarding technical areas, especially in the areas of general hydrogeology and groundwater characterization/remediation
• Provide guidance to and mentor junior staff in technical areas (including but not limited to the fields of general geology, hydrogeology, and groundwater characterization/remediation) to build overall technical capabilities of Tetra Tech staff
• Technical report writing and data evaluation tasks.
• Assume task management role based on capabilities and experience.
• Assume supporting technical role for projects and/or programs.
• Assume supporting roles in proposals and project management task.
• Monitor Health and Safety aspects of projects and recommend changes as necessary.
• Monitor Quality Assurance procedures and recommend necessary changes.

Compensation:

$50/hr to $68/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.