Lead Geologist

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Geologist to join our team in Rancho Cordova, California. As a key member of our environmental consulting services team, you will provide technical expertise and leadership to support public and private clients.

• Direct and supervise technical assignments, including field and office work, and manage entire projects or specific elements of projects.
• Direct a team and perform geologic/hydrogeologic interpretation of data at complex sites, including former mining facilities.
• Provide technical review for projects to comply with environmental laws, company standards, contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Schedule, direct, and supervise field programs and subcontractors as needed.
• Develop and successfully execute project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Perform business development and marketing activities to capture new clients for WSP USA.
• Prepare proposals and assist in preparation of large-scale proposals.
• Direct staff to perform calculations, direct and supervise junior staff to input data into and/or run standard or, in some cases, advanced computer programs.
• Recognize and identify discrepancies in results obtained in work assignments and follow up with associate/principal personnel to resolve these situations.
• Responsible for preparing complete drafts of technical reports.
• Represent WSP USA and interact in a professional manner with clients, regulators, and subcontractors.
• May travel to project sites primarily in California and Nevada.
• Understand and apply company, client, and site Health and Safety standards.

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related discipline.
• 7 to 10 years of experience working as a Geologist.
• Strong work ethic and must be a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully as part of a team and achieve team objectives.
• Flexible to work outside normal business hours, as required; field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions or hazardous materials and in hazardous conditions.
• Must pass physical, background check, and must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (Motor Vehicle Safety) policy.

• Master's Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related discipline.
• Project management experience/training.
• PG (California).
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR preferred).
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
• Understanding of and/or experience with federal projects and CERCLA (Superfund) regulations and processes.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets.

With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals, and challenges. Are you ready to get started?