Project Geologist

Gannett Fleming is seeking a highly skilled Project Geologist to join our team in Valley Forge, PA. As a key member of our Geotechnical Practice, you will lead junior level geological and geotechnical staff and assist project managers in planning and overseeing subsurface explorations and performing analyses and developing deliverables for transportation, facilities, water resources and other types of projects.

• Assist geotechnical task managers on projects including, but not limited to, highway and rail projects, retaining structures, sinkhole remediation, landslide/slope stabilization and rockfall mitigation.
• Develop and manage the execution of subsurface exploration programs and laboratory testing programs.
• Plan and execute detailed field reconnaissance and geological research to evaluate site-specific geotechnical, geologic and hydrogeologic conditions and risks.
• Perform slope stability evaluations for soil and rock slopes.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation, correspondence, analyses, design drawings, and specifications in accordance with scope requirements.
• Perform QA/QC activities for project deliverables.
• Manage or provide specialty geo-construction observation support during the construction phase of various projects, when needed.
• Work with proposal managers to determine geo-related client requirements and develop suitable scopes of work, schedules, and budgets to accomplish client objectives.
• Perform and/or direct data analyses, geologic hazard assessments and engineering calculations, such as soil and rock slope stability evaluations and design of geo-hazard mitigation systems.
• Provide geotechnical support related to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Dam Safety Program reviews, inspections, and assessments.

• Bachelor's Degree in Applied Geoscience, Geology, Engineering Geology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Engineering Geology, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or similar strongly preferred.
• Professional Geologist (P.G.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license with ability to become licensed in additional jurisdictions.
• 6-10 years of progressive engineering geology experience with an emphasis in design and development of geotechnical deliverables including reports, drawings and specifications.
• Project experience with roadways, soil and rock slope mitigation, ground improvement, retaining walls, and/or embankments.
• Experience with railroad projects is strongly preferred.
• Experience with common geological software such as gINT, Slide, Dips, RocFall, SWedge, RocPlane and others.
• Expertise with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD and ArcGIS is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, report writing, management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of conventional survey methods, LiDAR and photogrammetric technology used in engineering geology applications.
• Excellent field reconnaissance, observation and data collection/documentation skills.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons, when needed, and sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to carry equipment across rugged terrain.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license in the US.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus.

Gannett Fleming is a recognized industry leader in the field of engineering and geology. We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations. Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.