Project Geologist Job Columbia South Carolina USA,Engineering

Location: Columbia

Project Geologist

Requisition Number:

S&M E is looking for a motivated and passionate Project Geologist to join our Geotechnical team in Columbia or Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Join us at S&M E!

As a Project Geologist, you will be responsible for all aspects of project execution including communication with clients, business development, work plan and proposal preparation, project scheduling and deadline tracking, budget evaluation, analysis, and report preparation.

Your Day-to-Day:

Field and Office Support
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Performing field and office work associated with hydrogeological and/or geotechnical investigations; environmental evaluations and sampling; and other project support.
- Field work may include drilling of soil borings; installation of monitoring wells; classification of soil and rock; in-situ permeability testing; soil, groundwater, and ReMi/Microtremor Array and/or MASW testing.
- Geotechnical report preparation may include data reduction and entry into gINT or Open Ground, assignment of laboratory tests and quality assurance review of laboratory soil test data, development of cross sectional soil profiles, bearing capacity analysis and settlement analysis for foundations, pavement section analysis, and seismic analysis of liquefaction risks.
- Environmental studies can include:
  Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Environmental, leak detection monitoring, Industrial Hygiene, SPCC, or stormwater discharge monitoring.
- Potential installation of monitoring wells; identification of the soils encountered and determination of well construction; soil, groundwater, and soil gas sampling for chemical analysis; and other testing and sampling as may be required.
Inspection and Communication
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Perform Construction, Geotechnical soil and rock identification, and Environmental inspections, and communication with vendors, as well as internal and external clients.
Staff Training and Support
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Assist or train junior staff with field data collection and field observation tasks.
Project Management
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Manages all aspects of routine projects with minimal oversight, including client, communication, proposal preparation, scheduling, budgeting, and report authorship, while ensuring technical quality and adherence to standards. The role may lead field investigations, supervise junior staff, and provide technical expertise in specialized areas, aiming to become a local expert in their discipline. Additionally, responsibilities include business development, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality technical computations, reports, and project solutions.

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in Geology or a closely related technical field
Minimum of 3 years of Geology experience
Professional Geologist (PG) license or ability to obtain
Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment, such as:

Working outdoors the majority of the time in varying weather conditions
Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially long periods
Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
Working outside of normal business hours when necessary

We Are S&M E:

At S&M E, we're committed to your growth, professionally and personally. With over 50 years of experience delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, we've built a strong foundation for long-term careers. Our team of 1,000+ employee-owners across 10+ states works together to create meaningful impact for our clients and communities. When you join S&M E, you become part of a collaborative, honest, and people-focused culture that invests in your success.

We offer exciting project opportunities, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family. This is more than a job; it's a place to grow, thrive, and build a future.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
Wellness Program - $50…