Project Geologist
On-site · Atlanta, Georgia, United States or Kennesaw, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
This Project Geologist role in the Atlanta area supports Earth & Environment initiatives by performing field activities such as soil, soil-gas, and groundwater sampling, boring logs, and monitoring well installations for investigations and remediation projects. Responsibilities include coordinating subsurface investigations, supervising drilling subcontractors, maintaining QA/QC, generating concise documentation and technical reports, and assisting with project scoping and client communications. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a closely related discipline, 5–7 years of geology experience, strong knowledge of environmental regulations, OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training (or ability to obtain), and the ability to travel as project needs dictate. The role emphasizes safety, cross-functional teamwork, and the mentoring of junior staff.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related discipline
- 5 to 7 years of experience working as a Geologist
- Analytical skills, and proficient with geological research techniques and protocol
- Able to perform or oversee equipment/tool performance, calibration, troubleshooting of malfunctions, and inventory control
- Able to interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
- Working knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
- Experience sampling soil and groundwater via drilling including direct-push, hollow-stem auger, and other similar drilling methods
- Experience installing groundwater monitoring wells, remediation wells, and soil gas wells
- Experience writing groundwater monitoring reports and well installation reports
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
- Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontracted drillers, excavation contractors, utility locators, and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
- Travel schedule and locations may vary but will be required depending on project-specific requirements
- Possess or able to obtain 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120)
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