Senior Engineering Geologist

Requisition ID: 287313 

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Family 
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Reston, VA

 

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Job Summary:

In this role, you will develop and direct detailed field investigations and conduct special purpose Geology studies. You will prepare construction reports and technical guidelines, develop criteria and standards, perform technical reviews, and attend public meetings. Your technical expertise will ensure that critical construction needs requiring geological input are met according to design and project requirements.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”

Major Responsibilities:

• Develops and exercises scientific judgment in the field with respect to site investigations and site geohazards analysis​ 
• Performs due diligence roles involving oversight of subcontractors in the field​ 
• Prepares complete geological reports and provides recommendations on foundation remediation or treatment​ 
• Tracks budget, hours, and schedule of geology tasks​.  Alerts project to cost/schedule impact of geologic conditions​ 
• Assists project in the preparation of tender documents and recommends contractors with satisfactory past performance​ 
• Provides input for detailed scope of geological work​ 
• Selects subcontractor and laboratory candidates on the basis of qualifications, and participates in bid evaluation​ 
• Prepares and makes geologic presentations to owner’s groups, consulting board, and project team​ 
• Administers contracts during geologic site investigations, certifies pay quantities and evaluates (with assistance from supervisor) contractor submittals​ 
• Administers contracts in the field and complies with schedule milestones​

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires master's degree in hydrogeology, engineering geology, or other related geosciences discipline and 7-9 years of relevant experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency with geology software such as MODFLOW, AQTESOLV, Rocscience suite etc.
• Proficiency in geological and geotechnical data management and visualization (e.g., Leapfrog, OpenGround, etc.).
• Engineering in rock (mechanical behavior of geological materials and how they affect engineering design and construction).
• Experience in managing ground investigations (planning, executing, etc.).
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, computer graphics, and other appropriate computer applications to facilitate the compilation and analysis of data collection activities.