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Geologist 1

HDR, Syracuse, New York, United States

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Geologist 1

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Responsibilities

Lead routine to complex hydrogeologic/environmental field investigations with a focus on complex geological settings commonly found in the Northeast region (e.g., fractured rock and coastal plain) as well as possibly across the country

Oversee field team performing data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation including:

Field groundwater level and quality data collection methods

Experience with multiple drilling methods for various geological settings

Familiarity with design, construction, and development of groundwater monitoring wells

Developing and overseeing high resolution site characterization strategies

Using modern Remediation Hydrogeology concepts (such as mass flux/discharge or DNAPL assessment) to support complex groundwater remediation strategies

Development of geologic and hydrogeologic cross-section development utilizing geologic and geophysical data

Interpretation of subsurface aquifer conditions on a site and regional scale

Aquifer testing and analysis

Development of hydrographs and other graphic presentation of hydrogeologic data

Building Conceptual Site Models

Development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, site remediation plans, as well as project and client management support

Provide direction, oversight, and mentoring to junior staff

Report and proposal preparation support including scopes of work, project budgeting, tracking, and schedules

Client interaction and presentations as needed

In the Office

Task Manager responsibilities

Lead routine to complex hydrogeologic/environmental field investigations with a focus on complex geological settings commonly found in the Northeast region (e.g., fractured rock and coastal plain) as well as possibly across the country

Oversee field team performing data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation including:

Field groundwater level and quality data collection methods

Experience with multiple drilling methods for various geological settings

Familiarity with design, construction, and development of groundwater monitoring wells

Developing and overseeing high resolution site characterization strategies

Using modern Remediation Hydrogeology concepts (such as mass flux/discharge or DNAPL assessment) to support complex groundwater remediation strategies

Development of geologic and hydrogeologic cross-section development utilizing geologic and geophysical data

Interpretation of subsurface aquifer conditions on a site and regional scale

Aquifer testing and analysis

Development of hydrographs and other graphic presentation of hydrogeologic data

Building Conceptual Site Models

Development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, site remediation plans, as well as project and client management support

Provide direction, oversight, and mentoring to junior staff

Report and proposal preparation support including scopes of work, project budgeting, tracking, and schedules

Client interaction and presentations as needed

In the Field

Field Team Leader responsibilities

Soil, sediment, surface water, groundwater, and soil vapor/VI sampling

USCS soil logging

Groundwater monitoring well installation

Operation of various types of monitoring equipment in the field

Coordination with and oversight of subcontractors, and completion of daily reports and various sample documentation forms

Able to conduct themselves in a professional manner with project stakeholders and the public community

Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments

Groundwater monitoring well installation

Most fieldwork assignments are 1-5 day jobs within New York State. However, must have the availability for possible extended field work on cross-country jobs. Total annual fieldwork travel during the first year is estimated at 25-75%.

Preferred Qualifications

3 years experience required in the environmental consulting field. 5 years experience preferred.

Pursuing Professional Geologist (PG) certification (NY or PA preferred)

Familiarity with NYSDEC and EPA regulations and procedures.

Proficient with GIS software

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification

Clean driving record

Active in Professional Societies

Experience with quantitative hydrogeology

Experience writing due diligence ASTM Phase I / II reports for construction and infrastructure projects

Familiarity with MODFLOW, MT3DMS, AQTESOLV and other numerical and analytical related software

Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field

Ability to assess and classify soil and rock samples to determine geologic type

Experience with Microsoft Office programs

Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)

May require ability to travel

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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