WSP in the U.S. · 2 days ago
Lead Geologist
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Responsibilities
Direct and supervise technical assignments (both field and office) 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 the 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 such 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.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related discipline.
Minimum 7 years of experience working as a Geologist.
PG (California) required.
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 drug test, 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
Preferred
Master’s Degree is preferred.
Essential professional licensure/certification.
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement savings plan
Company
WSP in the U.S.
At WSP in the U.S., our expertise lies at the intersection of the infrastructure and the skylines we have helped to shape from coast to coast.
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