Engineer and geologist job description

At Arcadis we focus on attracting, retaining and developing people who share our passion and commitment to improve quality of life. In return we offer you the opportunity to transform your world and the world around you, that could be through client work, upskilling yourself, championing equality and inclusion or getting involved in charity work, to name just a few. Our people value different perspectives, they care about the sustainability of our planet and dare to shape the future.

One of our core values is 'people first', and supported by our Lovinklaan foundation, we invest in you for the long term, to ensure you reach your full potential. You'll have the opportunity to own your career and work on industry-defining projects, finding solutions to real challenges that make a difference to people's lives. You're encouraged to have a growth mindset and are given the space to develop personally and professionally, building a flexible career that works for you.

Successful applicants for this position must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and be fully vaccinated, or have a qualifying exemption pursuant to Arcadis's interactive process. Proof of vaccination is required.
Role description:

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Geologist/Engineer to join our team in Augusta, GA.

In this role, you will work alongside senior Geologists, Engineers, and Project Managers (PMs) to support a diverse portfolio of environmental remediation and restoration projects. You will oversee the day-to-day activities of entry-level staff; schedule and coordinate task resources and solicit guidance from senior-level technical staff and PMs.

This position requires both field and office work; you should expect to be in the field/traveling up to 50% of the time. You must have a good driving record, be willing to work outside in all weather conditions and for extended periods. Fieldwork may be performed at project sites with environmental media (e.g., soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, etc.) that has been impacted with hazardous substances and/or hazardous wastes.

Role accountabilities:

* Performing fieldwork, including conducting site assessments; overseeing/managing drilling, groundwater well installation, soil sampling, groundwater sampling, aquifer testing; subcontractor oversight/coordination; and safety inspections.
* Assisting with the design, oversight, and analysis of environmental site investigations, including soil, and groundwater; development of conceptual site models; conceptual design and performance evaluation of remedial systems; and preparation of technical reports and presentations.
* Assisting with the task management/coordination, technical data reviews, cost estimate preparation, health & safety plan preparation, report writing, regulatory file review, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management, and establishment of subcontracts.
* Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting field data.
* Conducting project-related research (historical data, regulations, etc.)
* Working effectively and collaboratively in team situations and establishing strong relationships with other teams, including training/mentoring junior staff.
* Ensuring project compliance with Arcadis practices and quality and safety standards.
* Interacting with the Client and regulatory agencies as part of the project team.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology or closely related field
* 4 years of applicable experience

Preferred Qualifications:

* Masters in Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology or closely related field
* Professional license or certification (PE, PG, EIT, GIT)
* 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response training
* Experience working with different drilling and sampling methods, including bedrock drilling

Why Become an Arcadian?

Our work with clients has a direct impact on people's lives and on the planet. We make moving, living and belonging in cities safer, more resilient and more sustainable. By partnering with our clients as responsible custodians of our earth's resources, we can create a sustainable planet.

We continue to think of new ways to make positive impacts and create better experiences for people; data driven and digital solutions have become part of the Arcadis DNA. Working together with clients and using techniques like design thinking, we can get to the heart of our clients' most pressing challenges and work together to solve them.

As a global business, we have committed to support five of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals to ensure that our projects contribute to a better and more sustainable future for all. But it's not just the work that we do on client projects that benefits communities and our planet. As a global business, we are committed to making a positive impact to society by supporting local communities where we operate.

To help protect our planet, we monitor and measure non-financial information to inform business decisions and reduce our own environmental impact as part of our commitment to be net zero carbon as a global company by 2030.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging:

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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**Sr. Engineering Geologist - CA PG/CEG**

**Who We Are**

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We're looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

**Our Business**

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

**This Opportunity**

WSP is currently initiating a search for a **Sr. Engineering Geologist - CA PG/CEG** to support geotechnical, land use, and environmental projects in our **Sacramento, CA** office. The following locations will also be considered: **Sunnyvale, CA** ; and **Irvine, CA** . Be involved in projects with our **Waste Management, Earth & Environment Team** and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

The qualified candidate shall be a Professional Geologist and Certified Engineering Geologist in the State of California with a minimum of 10 years of experience in consulting. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in managing multi-disciplinary project teams directed towards solving complex problems for our solid waste, mining, and manufacturing client base. The position requires effective verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated team leadership skills, a positive attitude and strong project management skills.

**Your Impact**

+ Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients by providing technical expertise, attending client meetings, and leading project development pursuits

+ Lead on interface and negotiations with regulatory agencies (local, state, and federal agencies) on behalf of our clients

+ Supervise and manage geologists to perform geologic field reconnaissance and mapping for the identification of geologic hazards and site characterization;

+ Plan and manage subsurface field geologic exploration tasks including HSA, direct push, rotosonic, and rotary drilling campaigns;

+ Provide interpretation of subsurface conditions and develop conceptual geologic models

+ Review geologic samples and geologic unit identification, assign laboratory testing and supervise the preparation of exploration records;

+ Provide direction on the design and installation of monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation (VWP's, inclinometers, transducers, etc.);

+ Interpret geologic, geochemical, and geophysical data and write geotechnical and geologic reports for submittal to regulatory agencies;

+ Conduct geologic research, write project proposals and reports;

+ Provide technical direction and oversight as well as mentoring and training to junior-level Golder staff;

+ Ensure technical reports and presentations explain research, findings, and recommendations to prevent, control, remedy, or clean-up chemical and environmental problems and contamination.

+ Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams in executing project work.

+ Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients.

+ Develop a client base for providing high level environmental risk assessment services including identifying additional business development opportunities.

+ Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.

+ Collaborates with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients.

+ Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

+ Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

**Who You Are**

**Required Qualifications**

+ Bachelor's degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or Geological Engineering (Master's preferred)

+ Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience

+ Professional registration: CA Professional Geologist (PG) and CA Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG)

+ Experience managing complex subsurface investigations including drilling, soil classification, monitoring well installation and instrumentation;

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently with a strong attention to detail and work product quality.

+ Experience and proficiency using remote sensing data (LIDAR and aerial imagery) and GIS tools to develop geologic maps and identify geologic hazards

+ Candidates must be willing to work in the field conducting physically rigorous field geologic data collection in a variety of terrain and weather conditions;

+ Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.;

+ Must have excellent communication and writing skills, with demonstrated report writing skills;

+ Strong knowledge of relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

+ Project management experience with mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.

+ Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.

+ Experienced with providing critical review for documents and preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity.

+ Strong self-leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

+ Proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.

+ Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most cost-effective responses that will minimize waste, prevent pollution, and conserve resources.

+ Ability to interact with a wide variety of sources, including project managers, clients, and sector-wide staff.

+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

+ Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.

+ Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Existing strong client relationships in California

+ Broad experience with both geotechnical- and environmental-focused projects;

+ Demonstrated success with permitting and regulatory compliance for complex projects

+ Excellent client relationship skills with demonstrated track record of successful project outcomes

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**Additional Requirements**

+ To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

**Additional Details**

+ **Travel Required:** 20%

+ **Job Status:** Regular

+ **Employee Type:** Full

+ **Primary Location:** SACRAMENTO - RIVER PLAZA

+ **All locations:** US-CA-Irvine, US-CA-Sunnyvale

**About WSP**

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 12,000 employees in over 200 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible, agile and hybrid workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.