Geologist II Job Syracuse area,City of Syracuse New York USA,Engineering

Location: City of Syracuse

Responsibilities

In the role of Geologist II, we’ll count on you to:

In the office

Task Manager responsibilities
Lead routine to complex hydrogeologic/environmental field investigations with a focus on complex geological settings commonly found in the Northeast region (e.g., fractured rock and coastal plain) as well as possibly across the country
Oversee field team performing data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation including:
Field groundwater level and quality data collection methods
Have experience with multiple drilling methods for various geological settings
Familiarity with design, construction, and development of groundwater monitoring wells
Developing and overseeing high resolution site characterization strategies
Using modern Remediation Hydrogeology concepts (such as mass flux/discharge or DNAPL assessment) to support complex groundwater remediation strategies
Development of geologic and hydrogeologic cross-section development utilizing geologic and geophysical data
Interpretation of subsurface aquifer conditions on a site and regional scale
Aquifer testing and analysis
Development of hydrographs and other graphic presentation of hydrogeologic data
Building Conceptual Site Models
Development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, Phase I’s, data analysis, site remediation plans, as well as project and client management support
Provide direction, oversight, and mentoring to junior staff
Report and proposal preparation support including scopes of work, project budgeting, tracking, and schedules
Client interaction and presentations as needed
Supervisor duties as assigned
Perform other office duties as needed

In the field

Field Team Leader responsibilities
Provide direction, oversight, and mentoring to junior staff
Soil, sediment, surface water, groundwater, and soil vapor/VI sampling
USCS soil logging
Groundwater monitoring well installation
Operation of various types of monitoring equipment in the field
Coordination with and oversight of subcontractors, and completion of daily reports and various sample documentation forms
Able to conduct themselves in a professional manner with project stakeholders and the public community
Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
Groundwater monitoring well installation
Most fieldwork assignments are 1-5 day jobs within New York State, but must have availability for possible extended field work on cross‑country jobs. Total annual fieldwork travel during the first year is estimated at 25‑50%.

Preferred Qualifications

5-7 years’ experience in the environmental consulting field
Pursuing Professional Geologist (PG) certification (NY or PA preferred)
Familiarity with NYSDEC, NJDEP, and EPA regulations and procedures.
Proficient with GIS software
HAZWOPER 40‑hour certification
Clean driving record
Active in Professional Societies
Experience with quantitative hydrogeology
Experience writing due diligence ASTM Phase I/II reports for construction and infrastructure projects
Familiarity with MODFLOW, MT3

DMS, AQTESOLV and other numerical and analytical related software
Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
A minimum of 5 years of experience
Prior experience with field work
Experience with well installation techniques, and groundwater and soil sampling procedures and analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
Strong oral and written communication skills
Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
May require ability to travel
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Benefits:
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Primary

Location:

Syracuse, NY
Industry: Environment/Sciences

Schedule:

Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Site Investigation and Remediation
Job Posting:
May 5, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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