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Subsurface Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Understand and practice quality acumen.

... subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Understand and practice quality acumen.

... subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Understand and practice quality acumen.

Driller/Exploration Team Member II

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Be responsible for maintaining quality ...

Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Be responsible for maintaining quality ...

As a Project Manager within our Utility Coordination group, you will both lead and participate in a ... Ability to review, interpret, and understand technical plan sets and subsurface utility engineering ...

Financial Billing Analyst

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Terracon is seeking a skilled Billing Analyst to play a key role in managing billing processes ... added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients ...

Financial Billing Analyst

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Terracon is seeking a skilled Billing Analyst to play a key role in managing billing processes ... added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients ...

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and overall project performance. * Serve as a ... added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients ...

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Support business development efforts, including client relationship management and proposal ... added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients ...

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As a Project Manager within our Utility Coordination group, you will both lead and participate in a ... Ability to review, interpret, and understand technical plan sets and subsurface utility engineering ...

As a Project Manager within our Utility Coordination group, you will both lead and participate in a ... Ability to review, interpret, and understand technical plan sets and subsurface utility engineering ...

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What is the difference between Subsurface Manager vs Geoscientist?

AspectSubsurface ManagerGeoscientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Geology, Petroleum Engineering, or related field; industry certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Geology, Geophysics, or related field; often with professional licenses
Work EnvironmentOil & gas companies, exploration firms, consulting agencies; managerial role overseeing subsurface teamsResearch institutions, oil & gas companies, consulting firms; focus on data analysis and interpretation
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in upstream oil & gas operations for managing subsurface data and explorationUsed across geology and geophysics sectors for scientific analysis and modeling

The Subsurface Manager primarily oversees subsurface data and exploration activities, requiring managerial skills and industry experience. In contrast, a Geoscientist focuses on analyzing geological data to inform exploration and production, often working in research or technical roles. Both roles require strong technical credentials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Subsurface Manager job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Field Geologist/Geophysicist

TERRACON

Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Terracon rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 72 rated business consultants


Job description

Perform a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon's service lines.
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

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.
Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients' project sites faster, safer, and more sustainably than traditional drilling with little or no site disturbance. With the most geophysical professionals and the largest fleet of near-surface equipment compared to competitors, our experts draw on a wide range of screening tools to provide our clients with necessary geophysical data for the exploration, planning, design, locating, and/or evaluation of a wide variety of sites to increase accuracy and manage project risk.
  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geophysics.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certification in field of expertise preferred based on state specific requirements.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Understand and practice quality acumen.
  • Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
  • Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
  • Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
  • Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
  • Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
  • May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

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