Senior Geologist

Location: City of White Plains

## Senior Geologist Apply:
White Plains, New York:
Full time:
Posted 2 Days Ago:
JR103299
*** Expected salary range for this position is $150,000 – $185,000 depending upon experience.**
* ** Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.*
* ** All staffing agency inquiries must be directed exclusively to internal recruiter Matt Bachman at ma Direct contact from agencies to other employees is not permitted.
** Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seekinga
** Senior Geologist
** to join our Kensico-Eastview Connection Tunnel Project in White Plains, New York.  
** About Frontier-Kemper*
* *** Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction
*** At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.  Frontier-Kemper Constructors is the general contractor for the Kensico-Eastview Connection Tunnel Project.

The scope of the approximately $1.1 billion contract entails the construction of a new deep rock tunnel between the Kensico Reservoir and the Catskill/Delaware Ultraviolet (CDUV) Light Disinfection Facility, both in Westchester County, New York. The new tunnel will provide an additional means of conveying water between the Kensico Reservoir and the CDUV Facility, enhancing operational resiliency and redundancy for New York City’s water supply system.

*** Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance**
* *
* DESCRIPTION:

** As a
** Senior Geologist
** at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for evaluating, documenting, and classifying geological and ground conditions encountered during underground shaft and tunnel construction. This position will work closely with field and project teams to assess rock and ground conditions, document underground observations, and support the selection of appropriate ground support in accordance with project drawings and requirements.
* Identify, evaluate, and document ground conditions encountered in underground shafts and tunnels.
* Perform geological and geotechnical mapping of exposed rock masses and underground excavations.
* Classify ground conditions based on field observations and project requirements.
* Monitor, log, and maintain detailed records of underground probe drilling activities.
* Evaluate geological conditions encountered during excavation and identify changes or potentially adverse ground conditions.
* Select and recommend appropriate ground support based on observed conditions and project drawings.
* Maintain accurate geological logs, mapping records, drilling documentation, and other field records.
* Communicate geological observations and ground-condition changes to project and field personnel.
* Support underground construction activities by providing timely geological assessments as excavation progresses.
* Assist the project team in ensuring ground support decisions are consistent with documented field conditions and applicable project requirements.
** REQUIREMENTS:
*** Professional Geologist (PG) license in the State of New York is required.
* Minimum of 10 years of experience characterizing ground conditions, preferably involving underground construction, shafts, or tunnels.
* Demonstrated ability to identify and classify ground conditions observed in shafts and tunnels.
* Experience performing geological mapping and characterization of rock masses.
* Experience observing, logging, and documenting underground probe drilling activities.
* Ability to evaluate field conditions and select appropriate ground support based on geological observations and project drawings.
* Strong understanding of rock and soil behavior in underground construction environments.
* Ability to accurately prepare and maintain geological field logs, maps, and technical documentation.
* Strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to effectively communicate geological and ground-condition information to construction and project personnel.
* Comfortable working in active underground construction environments and performing field-based geological assessments.
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