Project Geologist

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This role provides technical leadership, oversees project execution, and ensures the delivery of high‑quality geological and geotechnical services to our clients in Van Nuys, CA.

• Deliver high‑quality geological and geotechnical services that meet quality and schedule expectations.
• Develop field exploration plans, sampling programs, and geotechnical/material testing plans tailored to project needs.
• Lead and perform field investigations, including backhoe test pits, hand labor test pits, and drilling, sampling, logging, and field mapping.
• Prepare comprehensive geologic and geotechnical reports which include boring and test pit logs, geologic maps and cross sections, and geologic analyses.
• Support project engineering related to foundation recommendations, slope stability, retaining walls, and other development components.
• Manage project scope, schedule, quality control, and budget tracking.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients and other consultants.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Sciences.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in geology, geotechnical investigations, and construction observations in the Los Angeles area. Experience in Malibu preferred.
• Experience leading field programs and preparing geologic and geotechnical reports.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or managing geotechnical elements of construction projects (foundations, slopes, retaining walls, grading, etc.).
• Professional Geologist (PG) and Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG).
• Proficiency with geotechnical and geology-related software and tools (e.g., gINT, GIS, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Microsoft Suite Products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, One Drive).
• Ability to interpret boring logs, geologic data, and laboratory testing results.
• Ability to perform required field and office work, including downhole logging of test pits and borings and construction observations (grading and foundations).
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions while also performing duties in a standard office environment.
• Able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, up to five days per week, as required by the project or management.
• Standard schedule is Monday–Friday 8am to 4:40pm; early mornings, extended hours, and occasional weekends may be required depending on field operations.
• Field visits will be required to support project needs.

Full‑time WSB employees qualify for a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part‑time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.