Exploration manager job description

General Responsibilities:

The Local Exploration Manager (LEM) is responsible for the day to day scheduling, coordination, and operation of local site exploration crews for geotechnical and environmental exploration. The local exploration manager reports to the local department management but will work closely with the Regional Exploration Manager (REM) on all items pertaining to safety, training, quality, professionalism, production, maintenance, career development, and subcontracting related to site exploration services.


Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintain vigilance related to safety of the Exploration Team Members (ETMs) for local office; including routine monthly inspections on all PPE donned by ETMs
• Maintain an electronic drilling schedule which is shared locally and cooperate with the geotechnical department team and with the REM on schedule adjustments, as needed.
• Execution of the Exploration Maintenance Program on a daily basis.
• Hire ETMs in collaboration with the department manager and the REM and other hiring staff, as necessary
• Responsible for orientation, on-boarding, and continued training development of ETMs
• Routinely communicate with REM on staff and equipment needs and coordinate with local department management; attend routine LEM calls which are hosted by the REM within each Division on a weekly basis.
• Assist on investigating safety incidents and near-misses
• Review, prepare, and/or deliver Exploration Package to the ETMs
• Review sites for access and layout exploration locations
• Perform utility locates for exploration projects
• Coordinate traffic control when required on exploration projects
• Ordering of exploration material needed for routine drilling tasks; included, but not limited to, bentonite, sands, well materials, grout additives, boring flags, paint, stakes, etc.
• Maintain an inventory of tools (auger, rods, subs, etc.) for the local office and report to the Regional Exploration Manager and local department management.
• Maintain a vigilant preventative maintenance program for drill equipment and exploration fleet vehicles.
• Host monthly safety meetings with local ETMs; review near-miss topics & developmental initiatives/training
• Perform routine site Safety Check-Ins with ETMs
• Review Geotab/ETM driving habits
• Manage larger Site Characterization projects, as requested
• Coordinate PTO for ETMs
• Maintain required annual certifications (i.e. OSHA, CPR/First Aid, State Drilling License, etc.) and upload to Exploration Page for ETMs
• Perform ETM responsibilities in the field in the event an ETM is unavailable
• Coordinate/schedule and keep record of the following Federal Motor Carrier regulations and other required trainings and licenses:
• Annual DOT inspections (upload to Exploration Page)
• Annual DOT physicals (provide date of physical to REMs)
• Following up on driver roadside inspection violations

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering or Geology and 2 to 5 years' site exploration experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years' related experience.
• Experience as a drill operator and/or drilling manager may be substituted for education.
• Proficient knowledge of multiple drilling methods including mud rotary, auger and coring techniques.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred:

• 3-5 years supervision experience

About Terracon


Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon's growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.


EEO Statement


Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.


Terracon's COVID-19 Safety Response



Committed to Our Employee Safety!



Terracon is passionate about your safety before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
As Terracon continues to move forward and grow through this time, we are continuing to take every precaution to ensure the safety of our employee-owners. If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then Terracon is the company for you!

Our goal has not changed. For Terracon, our guiding principle has been and will continue to be the safety of our employee-owners. It's that simple. We want our employees to be able to work safely in every situation and go home safely each night. As we continue our vision of being "Best at People," here are some of the things Terracon is doing to safeguard every employee-owner:

• On-going communication with ALL employee-owners on a dedicated COVID Response page, and a portal for their families to have access to resources as well
• Requiring specific COVID-19 Pre-Task Safety Planning Protocols for all tasks and projects
• Empowering employees to speak up and say "no" to working in unsafe conditions
• Providing an additional 40 hours of sick leave to anyone impacted by COVID-19, including those impacted by daycare and school closures
• Ensuring proper PPE and sanitation on all project sites by providing field employee-owners with mobile hand washing stations and supplies, masks, and sanitizing kits
• Utilizing technology for more remote work opportunities and innovation using everything from video conferencing to drones
• Following all CDC guidelines including social distancing on job sites, in offices, and in our labs

If your passion lies in working with a company that truly cares for your safety,
and if you're interested in belonging to a 100% employee-owned organization that will help you grow and quickly progress in your career, consider Terracon and apply today!