Project Geologist

Project Geologist

Detroit, MI, United States | req
2088

At Haley & Aldrich you will tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments, working with passionate colleagues in a high‑performance, collaborative culture that values technical excellence and continuous learning.

• Split time and responsibilities between field assignments and office assignments.
• Lead portions of technical project work from project scoping through final deliverables under the direction of senior staff.
• Apply academic and industry knowledge, as well as learnings from prior work experience to execute project work.
• Provide training, guidance and informal mentoring to junior staff on their projects and within your technical discipline.
• Under the direction of senior staff, participate in communications with client, agencies, and internal teams within your discipline.
• Oversee geologic site characterization including subsurface explorations, monitoring well siting and construction, soil vapor probe installation, field sampling and waste management.
• Support and lead project teams with the interpretation, evaluation, and summarization of geologic data to make decisions for the project.
• Independently complete basic geologic data reduction, summarization and synthesis and provide project teams with concise summaries that include evaluation and proposed next steps.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client Health & Safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company's foundational safety behaviors.

Minimum skills and requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field.
• 4+ years of related experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be proficient at writing technical reports that meet project requirements.
• Able to work independently on individual tasks and manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Desire to learn and grow in your profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position: lift 50 lbs., traverse unstable/sloping sites and landscapes, work outside in a range of weather conditions, and have the stamina for moderate physical activity for the majority of field working hours.
• Able to travel to work locations that may require overnight stays.

• Master's degree in Geology or related field.
• Professional certification or plan to obtain professional certification, as applicable to the discipline.
• Experience with developing conceptual site models.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training and refresher updates.
• MSHA Training.

The salary range for this position in Ann Arbor, MI is $65,000 - $80,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions.

Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States works closely with clients to navigate change and create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow.

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.

Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.

Haley & Aldrich, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce, ensures reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by relevant federal laws. Applicants with disabilities or limited English proficiency that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 1‑617‑886‑7400 for assistance.