Senior Field Geologist

At Haley & Aldrich, a 900-person national engineering and environmental consulting firm, our creative, technically strong staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional value to clients. We look for professionals with a passion for solving complex challenges and for creating change, which is a vital part of our culture, no matter what role a staff member holds.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Senior Field Geologist to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This position entails travel to job sites and working outside of the office setting as well as in office technical support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Portland, ME office.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:

• Have a passion and desire to work together with our subcontractor partners on project sites to collect high-quality geotechnical, environmental, and geologic data.
• Provide construction monitoring/on-site engineering observation for both geotechnical and environmental projects.
• Perform site reconnaissance to observe existing conditions, assess site access for subsurface investigations, and identify important site features.
• Monitor subsurface investigations that include the use of test boring and geoprobe rigs, surface and downhole geophysical surveys, cone penetrometer equipment, and machine excavated test pits to gather soil and bedrock samples.
• Compile, reduce, analyze, manage, and report field, instrumentation, geological, and/or environmental data, using spreadsheets and other tools.
• Use various geotechnical and environmental field testing instrumentation and equipment.
• Adhere to Site Specific Health and Safety Plans prepared for each project site. As applicable, participate in site safety briefings and audits by both contractors and Haley & Aldrich.
• Must comply with the Guiding Principles and Code of Behavior articulated in our Company Charter.
• Must comply with company and client Health & Safety protocols.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Familiarity with set up and use of GPS devices is a plus.
• Ability to structurally map bedrock outcrops and develop stereonets is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer Skills - Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in MS Office software.
• Ability and interest in obtaining professional registration.
• Must be willing and able to work on short-term, out-of-town regional assignments, as needed.
• Ability to travel to temporary assignments across the U.S., including Hawaii.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation to travel to job sites and the office.
• OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER and 10-hr. Construction training preferred but not required.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to delivering the value our clients need from their capital, operations, and environmental projects. Our one-team approach allows us to draw from our 900 engineers, scientists, and constructors in more than 35 offices for creative collaboration and expert perspectives. Since our founding in 1957, we have had one goal in all we do: deliver long-term value efficiently, no matter how straightforward or complex the challenge. Learn more at haleyaldrich.com.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

Note to External Search Firms: Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.

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