Geologist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Geologist for our Kentucky operations, with offices located in Louisville and Lexington. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Join a team of professionals that delivers professional consulting services for commercial, industrial and government clients.

Tasks may include assisting with or leading site investigations, soil or groundwater remedial measures, asbestos/lead paint surveys and abatement activities, and hazardous or solid waste management. Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding field conditions and assesses and advises on the short- and long-term risks to ecological and human health. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

• Work with members of our Earth and Environment Team to provide direction and support existing client relationships.
• Serve as Technical Lead or Task Manager for current and future projects, working with clients daily to set strategic direction and oversee project execution.
• Independently manage and execute projects to meet compliance schedules.
• Perform moderately complex technical tasks within a broad work-scope, and/or plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate project work for large work-scopes.
• Prepare technical proposals and reports, in whole or in part, depending on the size and complexity of the document.
• Demonstrate competency in a combination of areas including environmental compliance, field supervision, technical knowledge and task management.
• Motivate, train and mentor subordinate staff assigned to his/her tasks or projects.
• The position may entail approximately 70% office work and 30% field work on a variety of projects including industrial/commercial, state and federal sites involving environmental contamination.
• Prepare components of investigation, remedial and monitoring reports, including work summaries, data summaries, calculations, summary tables, figures, and report text.
• Prepare technical evaluations and recommendations.
• Point person for subcontractors and directs junior level staff overseeing field activities.
• Organize field work and assign tasks and provide guidance to staff specialists (Field Task Management).
• Assist in subcontractor procurement.
• Oversight of drilling activities (including DPT/Geoprobe, HSA and Sonic).
• Oversight of soil excavation, demolitions, and remediation system installations.
• Review of contractor submittals including equipment, Work Plans, QA/QC plans and payment requests.
• Will travel to project sites as required; will include some overnight travel.

Qualified candidates will have the following background and skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology or environmental science
• 5+ years’ experience.
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness and ability to interact with regulatory agencies, stakeholders and clients and develop effective teamwork relationships.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to track compliance deadlines.
• The successful candidate must be able to work independently and show a high level of initiative and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with technical and business writing, office automation, and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including scoping and tracking hours and expenses for project work.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations of various aspects of environmental related project, applying applicable regulations and policies.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when expressing ideas to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Ability to manage and effectively communicate with subcontractors in the field.
• Provide guidance and…