Geologist II

Geologist II

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. In the role of Geologist II, we'll count on you to:

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
• Have 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, Phase I's, 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
• Supervisor duties as assigned
• Perform other office duties as needed

In the field:

• Field Team Leader responsibilities
• Provide direction, oversight, and mentoring to junior staff
• 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 II Environmental Site Assessments
• Groundwater monitoring well installation
• Most fieldwork assignments are 1- 5day 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 25-50%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6-10 years' experience in the environmental consulting field
• Pursuing Professional Geologist (PG) certification (NY or PA preferred)
• Familiarity with NYSDEC, NJDEP, 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

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience
• Prior experience with field work
• Experience with well installation techniques, and groundwater and soil sampling procedures and analysis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• 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

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

{Syracuse, NY}: $75,670 - $108,100; {Woodcliff Lake, NJ}: $94,588 - $135,125