Geoscientist 1 / Resident Project Representative (RPR)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

RETTEW is looking for a highly motivated entry to junior level Geoscientist (Geologist or Civil Engineer) or Resident Project Representative (Geotechnical Construction Inspector) to join our Environmental and Geotechnology (E&G) Practice. This individual will assist the Team Leads (Group Managers), Project Managers, and Geotechnical Engineers on existing and anticipated design engineering and/or construction projects within RETTEW's Environmental and Geotechnology Practice, primarily within the Tri-State Area. Additionally, cross-training in the GeoEnvironmental and Geophysical Disciplines is planned.

Locations: Pittsburgh, PA; Akron-Canton, OH; Morgantown, WV

Work Environment: In-office with hybrid options available after six months

Responsibilities (Geotechnical):

• Perform drilling inspection inclusive of geotechnical borehole logging, borehole log preparation utilizing gINT software, and laboratory sample selection and chain-of-custody (COC) preparation for laboratory testing in support of Geotechnical engineering investigations.
• Perform test pit installation inspection inclusive of test pit logging, test pit log preparation utilizing gINT software, and photo documentation (and associated photo-plates preparation) for shallow subgrade exploration projects related to landslide and/or proposed structure subgrade bearing evaluation.
• Perform preparation of geotechnical engineering report components inclusive of background soils, bedrock geology, and mining conditions.
• Perform site evaluations for landslide mitigation including completion of landslide evaluation forms for initial failure characterization and assessment of potential/existing impacts to existing and proposed infrastructure.
• Perform construction inspection related to oil and gas geotechnical engineering projects inclusive of, but not limited to, access roadway construction, midstream and upstream infrastructure (launcher/receiver pads, interconnect facilities, meter station pads, valve pads, pumping station pads, and/or compressor stations), and downstream infrastructure (well pads, temporary and permanent waste stockpiles, and surface water impoundments).
• Perform construction inspection related to traditional geotechnical engineering projects inclusive of, but not limited to, access roadway construction, residential development site construction, commercial and/or retail site development and construction, and retaining structures construction.
• Complete daily observation forms in support of the aforementioned construction.

Requirements:

• One to four years of experience in environmental consulting, geotechnical, and soil evaluations preferred; however, willing to train the right entry-level candidate
• A degree in Geology and/or related Civil Engineering is preferred. Specific coursework in Soils, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geophysics is a plus.
• Experience with laboratory testing methods of soils and/or bedrock is a plus.
• Construction Inspection experience, in lieu of formal coursework, will be considered.
• Desire to participate in multidisciplinary projects is preferred with eventual focus and concentration in the specific geotechnical discipline.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training is a plus.
• Nuclear Densimeter training is a plus.
• Periodic overnight travel with moderately frequent project-specific extended travel is required.
• GIS, Word, Excel proficient; CADD experience a plus.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.

Benefits & Perks:

• 100% ESOP

• Flexible work environments

• Medical Vision and Dental insurance

• Paid Time Off (no use it or lose it)

• Life insurance and disability

• Employee assistance program

• 401(k) with company match

• Cultural celebrations

• Regular forums on diversity, equity, & inclusion

• Paid registration and certification exam fees

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid professional association dues

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Requirements

Requirements listed above.