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Stantec Geologist in Virginia
Geologist - ( 240002FR )
Description
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that is critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Geologist to support our expanding business in the Environmental Services and Water Business Lines.
*Position location is flexible within Virginia
This position will support groundwater source development and permitting; groundwater exploration, siting, design, drilling oversight, and construction management; with some project management and client interaction and report writing. This position interacts with both internal and external clients in field and office settings.
Your Key Responsibilities
Conducting hydrogeological investigations within fractured bedrock and coastal plain settings.
Application of remote sensing techniques and desk-top studies leading to the identification of groundwater resource zones within fractured bedrock aquifer settings.
Conduct hydrogeologic field investigations in support of water supply development including permitting, geological logging during well construction.
Aquifer testing oversight and data collection; groundwater monitoring and sampling for laboratory analysis.
Assistance with the design and interpretation of aquifer testing results.
Prepare technical reports documenting field investigations and analytical results.
Prepare and deliver presentations of hydrogeologic investigations to internal and external clients.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
The core competencies for this position include:
Enthusiasm for the discipline.
Excellent communication skills.
Proficient with ArcMap/GIS and Excel; familiarity with Python, Aqtesolv and Modflow is a plus.
Ability to work with and without direct supervision and work well with others to achieve group results.
Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis.
Must be able to manage time, be organized, and set priorities.
Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions.
Positive attitude and a desire for continuous learning.
Education and Experience
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Geology/Hydrogeology/Geochemistry or related field.
5 years of related experience.
GIT or PG preferred.
Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Virginia-Ashland
Other Locations : United States-Virginia, United States-Virginia-Richmond
Organization : BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Jun 13, 2024, 1:20:20 PM
Req ID: 240002FR
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