Responsibilities In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental Group Manager and ... Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development ...
Responsibilities In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental Group Manager and ... Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development ...
Senior Environmental Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
$102K - $158K/yr
Responsibilities In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental Group Manager and ... Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development ...
Senior Environmental Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
$102K - $158K/yr
Responsibilities In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental Group Manager and ... Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development ...
Chief Geologist
Tigard, OR · On-site
We have in-house experts in chemistry, risk assessment, data management, graphics/GIS, engineering ... Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
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Chief Geologist
Tigard, OR · On-site
We have in-house experts in chemistry, risk assessment, data management, graphics/GIS, engineering ... Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
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Sr. Engineering Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. * Execute assignments requiring ...
Sr. Engineering Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. * Execute assignments requiring ...
We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. * Execute assignments requiring ...
We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. * Execute assignments requiring ...
Sr. Engineering Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. * Execute assignments requiring ...
Sr. Engineering Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. * Execute assignments requiring ...
Associate Geologist
$63K - $80K/yr
... in Oregon or Washington (preferably both) if a Geologist/Hydrogeologist Master's Degree is preferred 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred Basic First Aid and ...
Associate Geologist
$63K - $80K/yr
... in Oregon or Washington (preferably both) if a Geologist/Hydrogeologist Master's Degree is preferred 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred Basic First Aid and ...
Associate Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
$63K - $80K/yr
... in Oregon or Washington (preferably both) if a Geologist/Hydrogeologist Master's Degree is preferred 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred Basic First Aid and ...
Associate Geologist
Portland, OR · On-site
$63K - $80K/yr
... in Oregon or Washington (preferably both) if a Geologist/Hydrogeologist Master's Degree is preferred 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred Basic First Aid and ...
Staff Environmental Engineer or Scientist
Portland, OR · On-site
$71K - $96K/yr
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geologist-In-Training (GIT) certification preferred. * Commitment to safety. Completion of 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste ...
Staff Environmental Engineer or Scientist
Portland, OR · On-site
$71K - $96K/yr
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geologist-In-Training (GIT) certification preferred. * Commitment to safety. Completion of 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste ...
Staff Environmental Engineer or Scientist
$71K - $96K/yr
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geologist-In-Training (GIT) certification preferred. * Commitment to safety. Completion of 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste ...
Staff Environmental Engineer or Scientist
$71K - $96K/yr
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geologist-In-Training (GIT) certification preferred. * Commitment to safety. Completion of 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste ...
Experienced Environmental Engineer or Geologist - Site Investigation and Remediation
Portland, OR · On-site
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We ... Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be ...
Experienced Environmental Engineer or Geologist - Site Investigation and Remediation
Portland, OR · On-site
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We ... Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be ...
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We ... Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be ...
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We ... Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be ...
Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences ... Adjunct Faculty Instructor - Geology LOCATION: Coos and Curry Counties, and online/remote FTE ...
Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences ... Adjunct Faculty Instructor - Geology LOCATION: Coos and Curry Counties, and online/remote FTE ...
Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences ... Adjunct Faculty Instructor - Geology LOCATION: Coos and Curry Counties, and online/remote FTE ...
Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences ... Adjunct Faculty Instructor - Geology LOCATION: Coos and Curry Counties, and online/remote FTE ...
Teach various courses in Geology. * Use instructional methodology appropriate to the audience and ... Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences ...
Teach various courses in Geology. * Use instructional methodology appropriate to the audience and ... Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences ...
If you answered Yes, come "Explore with us" and start your journey as a Senior Geologist in our ... Completed OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental ...
If you answered Yes, come "Explore with us" and start your journey as a Senior Geologist in our ... Completed OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental ...
Geological Engineer, Senior-Associate
Portland, OR · On-site
$105K - $135K/yr
... Engineering Geologist with 10+ years of experience in landslide and rockfall evaluations. A ... GRI promotes a collaborative work culture, supports training and career development, and encourages ...
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Geological Engineer, Senior-Associate
Portland, OR · On-site
$105K - $135K/yr
... Engineering Geologist with 10+ years of experience in landslide and rockfall evaluations. A ... GRI promotes a collaborative work culture, supports training and career development, and encourages ...
Senior Environmental Engineer
Portland, OR · On-site
$114K - $177K/yr
If you answered Yes, come "Explore with us" and start your journey as a Senior Geologist in our ... Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development ...
Senior Environmental Engineer
Portland, OR · On-site
$114K - $177K/yr
If you answered Yes, come "Explore with us" and start your journey as a Senior Geologist in our ... Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development ...
S. in Engineering, Geology, or related field required. * M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering required. * Engineer-in-Training License * Ability to obtain PE license in 3-4 years * Proficiency with ...
S. in Engineering, Geology, or related field required. * M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering required. * Engineer-in-Training License * Ability to obtain PE license in 3-4 years * Proficiency with ...
S. in Engineering, Geology, or related field required. * M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering required. * Engineer-in-Training License * Ability to obtain PE license in 3-4 years * Proficiency with ...
S. in Engineering, Geology, or related field required. * M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering required. * Engineer-in-Training License * Ability to obtain PE license in 3-4 years * Proficiency with ...
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As a Geologist In Training, you can expect to spend time both in the field collecting samples and data, and in the office analyzing results and completing reports under the guidance of experienced geologists. You’ll assist with site investigations, environmental assessments, and may contribute to geotechnical or mineral exploration projects. The role often provides excellent mentorship and on-the-job training, allowing you to develop technical expertise and build your professional network. Over time, successful Geologists In Training often advance to roles with greater responsibility, such as project geologist or specialized consultant.
What is a Geologist In Training job?
A Geologist In Training (GIT) is an entry-level position for individuals who have completed a geology degree and are working toward professional certification. GITs assist senior geologists with fieldwork, data collection, mapping, and analysis to support geological projects. This role helps develop hands-on experience in industries like environmental consulting, mining, and petroleum. GITs typically work under supervision while gaining the knowledge needed for licensure as a Professional Geologist (P.G.) or equivalent certification.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Geologist In Training position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Geologist In Training, you need a bachelor’s degree in geology or a related field, strong analytical skills, and foundational knowledge of earth sciences. Familiarity with GIS software, mapping tools, core logging systems, and sometimes possession of, or progress toward, certification such as GIT (Geologist-in-Training) are highly beneficial. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team are important soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate fieldwork, effective data interpretation, and valuable contributions to multi-disciplinary projects.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 7 days ago
Terracon rating
7.3
Based on 112 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
42nd of 57 rated business consultants
Job description
Are you an exceptional Environmental Site Investigation/Remediation (SI/REM) Geologist Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and expand your career and lead the growth and expansion of our Portland Team? Do you want to work for a well-established, nationwide company with an excellent reputation for taking care of its employee-owners while providing excellent professional growth potential? If you answered Yes, come "Explore with us" and start your journey as a Senior Geologist in our Portland Oregon office!
This position is based out of our Portland, OR office and will work closely with our Seattle location on project with a diverse client base in both public and private sectors, working with commercial, industrial, government, property development, and institutional market entities.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will work closely with the Environmental Group Manager and Office Manager, supervising both office and regional SI/REM teams to ensure that all work is completed on time, within budget, and meets our clients' expectations.
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Collaborate with the team to prepare winning proposals for projects involving standard site investigation, site characterization, and remediation opportunities.
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Manages scope, schedule, and budget for projects ranging from due diligence subsurface investigations to complex cleanups, monitors activities, and allocates resources to ensure client objectives are met.
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You will coach and mentor SI/REM staff on quality data generation and reporting, driving consistent excellence.
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Lead the daily operations of our growing team, focusing on safety, staff training and development, the quality of our services and work products, and enhancing the client experience.
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Work with the office and regional leadership team on market engagement, client development, service expansion, marketing activities, and the recruitment, mentoring, and development of environmental professionals to support growth.
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Designing and implementing site characterization and remediation approaches.
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Projects may include soil removal actions, soil vapor assessments, as well as groundwater remediation systems.
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Support multi-disciplinary teams in the scoping and preparation of Remedial Investigations and Feasibility Studies (RI/FS), development of Conceptual Site Models, Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), Remedial Action Plans (RAPs), Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) applications, and monitoring remedial systems performance.
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Partners with other departments and offices to secure specialized resources for projects.
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Conducts project meetings and prepares reports to communicate the status of a project.
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Coordinates financial management of business intelligence, invoicing, and collections with accounting.
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Develops an understanding, and is aware of, project-related risks and associated risk mitigation. Knows Company risk management policies.
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Career level, fully competent professional responsible for the planning, designing, scheduling, implementing, and managing technical scopes of work related to advanced site characterization methods.
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Leads development of proposals and scopes of work for complex site investigations to assess soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air sampling for sites impacted by organic and inorganic contaminants. Uses innovative investigative techniques to complete work.
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Designs, documents, and supervises the installation of remediation systems (soil, groundwater, and vapor) and operation and maintenance (O&M) of remediation systems and provides supervision and technical support to team implementing work.
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Applies standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
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Assists in continuous quality monitoring and improvement for projects and Terracon policies and procedures used for conducting site investigations, remedial design and implementation fieldwork, and preparation of associated deliverables.
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Will be expected to be proficient in client management, client development, and driving environmental sector growth locally and nationally.
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Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
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Participate in developing marketing strategies and presenting qualifications to clients on a project and/or client basis.
Requirements:
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Understanding of Oregon State UST and Environmental Cleanup Programs, as well as an understanding of Washington State Model Toxics Control Act cleanup regulations.
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Bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology or related field
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Minimum of 9 years of demonstrated experience in environmental field investigations, remedial design, and implementation with an environmental, engineering, or remedial construction focus
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Professional Geologist (PG) designation, (preferably Oregon Registered Geologist (RG))
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Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
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High level of verbal and written communication skills
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Demonstrated high level of technical writing ability. Must provide authored technical documents upon request.
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Strong organizational skills, verbal and written communication.
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Completed OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
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