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TERRACON

Project Geologist

Grand Rapids, MI

Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Be responsible for maintaining quality ...

TERRACON

Driller/Exploration Team Member V

Niles, MI

$21 - $28.50/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 ...

TERRACON

Project Geologist

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Be responsible for maintaining quality ...

TERRACON

Project Geologist

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Be responsible for maintaining quality ...

TERRACON

Project Geologist

Grand Rapids, MI

Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental ... Report any safety issues or concerns to management. * Be responsible for maintaining quality ...

DLZ Corporation

Driller

Melvindale, MI

$21.25 - $29/hr

Make decisions regarding the most effective and efficient method to perform work assignments related to subsurface exploratory sampling and drilling investigations. * Keep Drilling Manager posted and ...

GPRS

GPR Project Manager - Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo, MI

$110K/yr

When you join the team as a GPR Project Manager you will receive best in class training to become a ground penetrating radar expert solving our clients' subsurface locating needs. Your primary focus ...

Materials Testing Consultants

Crew Chief

Rockford, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Monitor borehole stability, groundwater conditions, and subsurface materials during drilling operations. * Manage inventory and order necessary tools, materials, and equipment for field operations.

DSP Constructors

Superintendent

Novi, MI · On-site

Report to the DSP Project Managers * Coordinate activities with Project Engineers as needed ... Provide or facilitate any preconstruction requirements including layout, subsurface investigation

Haley & Aldrich

Staff Geologist 1

Ann Arbor, MI

Use the results of field investigations such as subsurface explorations, monitoring well ... Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills. * Able ...

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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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Project Geologist

Project Geologist

TERRACON

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 117 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions. Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects. Oversee field monitoring and testing of soils including boring investigations and soil type classification. Interpret soil, bedrock and groundwater elevation and quality data. Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments and remediation activities. Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork and structural foundations; well design and sampling; environmental assessments including Phase I/II site assessments; seismic risk assessments.
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.
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field and a minimum of 7 years' related experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
    • Required Qualifications:
  • Certification in field of expertise required.
  • Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geologist (PG) required.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Career level, fully competent Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting or coordinating detailed phases of work for part of a major project or total of a project of moderate scope and complexity.
  • May devise new approaches to problems encountered.
  • May serve as a team leader in medium projects and mentor junior level Geologists.
  • Performs scientific analyses on projects of own discipline.
  • May attend on and off-site client meetings.
  • Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing and supervising field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
  • Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
  • Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.

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