Associate Geological Specialist

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking an Associate Geological Specialist under the direction of an Engineering Geology Manager for the Geotechnical Engineering Group in Pittsburgh or Philadelphia PA Canton OH Bridgeport or Charleston WV and Richmond VA areas. This individual will provide geological support for projects in the Energy Transportation and Community Development business units. The position will require travel and fieldwork generally located in Pennsylvania Ohio and Virginia. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. This position requires travel regionally.

Essential Duties:

• Perform engineering geology assignments involving subsurface investigations and geologic site characterization for a variety of facilities including but not limited to: design of embankments and cut slopes for roadways and other developments foundations for roadways bridges dams retaining walls transmission lines buildings and other structures; designs for natural gas pipelines and compressor stations; design of waste landfills and impoundments; and development of geotechnical monitoring and laboratory testing programs. Typical work tasks will include but are not limited to: Monitoring and logging of test borings; Site reconnaissance; Installation and monitoring of geotechnical field instrumentation; Selection of samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform earthwork construction monitoring and foundation inspection. The individual will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings evaluating site conditions based on construction excavations monitoring and reporting on construction activities and performing field testing of soils.
• Prepare boring logs and geologic cross sections; assist with proposals budgets schedules specifications and reports.
• Assist with geotechnical engineering designs involving: rock/soil slope stability; cut slope and fill embankment design; shallow and deep foundation recommendations and landslide remediation.
• Travel can be expected in the form of fieldwork which can be daily local travel or weekly out-of-town travel.

General Characteristics

• Attention to detail; Ability to acquire basic skills for geological/geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring; follows GAI procedures; learns record keeping protocols learns data collection recording and interpretation; learns technical literature research basics; available for frequent travel andâfieldâwork.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to workin outdoor environments under varying weather conditions including extreme heat cold rain and rugged toactive construction sites.
• Capable of walking hiking or standing for extended periods during fieldandsite visits.
• Must be able to lift andcarrytoolsequipmenttechnical samples documents andother materials weighing up to 4050 pounds.
• Frequent bending crouching and climbing may berequiredduring fieldwork and sample collection.
• Ability to safelyoperateand wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets safety glasses gloveshearing protectionand bootsas required by site safety protocols.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity to handletechnicaltools read maps and instrumentsobservesite conditionsand document findings accurately.
• Comfortable working in remote or isolated locations sometimes for extended durations.
• Comfortable working in confined spacesand/oratheights as required by specific project sites.
• May require driving long distances to field sites and operating vehicles on unpaved or uneven roads.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 0 Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. in Geology or Engineering Geology

Certification/Licensure

• Valid Drivers License (with no significant motor vehicle record blemishes).
• Working towards Geologist In Training (GIT).
• Has the ability to obtain Professional Geologist (PG) license.

Technical Responsibilities

• Field tasks include collecting geotechnical and environmental samples (soil sediment groundwater soil vapor stormwater) logging soil borings installing monitoring wells performing site inspections performing compliance monitoring during construction and writing clear concise field notes.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables charts accurate reports and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data findings or analyses.

Management Responsibility

• Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed geologist.

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic English oral and written communication skills.
• Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.
• Interacts primarily with internal project team members.

Why GAI

At GAI exceptional people have an exceptional place to work grow lead and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team thats committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -âGAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShort-TermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidaysâ
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Required Experience:

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