Project Geophysicist

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Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with locations nationwide.

Perform a comprehensive range of near-surface geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Conduct non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as utility locating to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure and facilities;

the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon’s service lines.

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Conduct near-surface geophysical surveys and make recommendations for systems design on medium-sized projects with a variety of complexity.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the use of ground penetrating radar, magnetometry, terrain conductivity, electrical resistivity profiling, electrical resistivity sounding, seismic refraction, MASW, and utility locating methods.
• Collaborate with more senior Geophysicists on large, more complex projects.
• Perform site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
• Direct and supervise field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Develop written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
• Evaluate complex geophysical data and present findings in written reports.
• Serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with clients pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• Oversee work performed by lower level Geophysicists and Technicians.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, or related field.
• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Willingness to travel.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with more than 7,000 minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is driven by employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new opportunities.

Terracon’s vision is to be best at people, demonstrated through an excellent compensation and benefits package. Eligible employees may have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, or military status.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Civil Engineering

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