Geologist

We harness the power of innovation so that you can change the world and help our customers solve their most complex challenges

Virginia
Hybrid
R181167
Scientific
Additional posting locations:
US - CO, Denver
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Geologist to join our team! We pride ourselves on our strong culture of technical innovation, versatility, and quality performance and are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join our winning team.  Our team members are required to have exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills. We will provide the ideal candidate with a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.  

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Perform various field and office tasks requiring the application of basic scientific principles and fundamental theories.
  • Assist with the drafting of technical proposals and project documents, such as work plans, UFP-QAPPs, monitoring reports, and closure reports.
  • Leading field work efforts for environmental investigations, including overseeing drilling, conducting low flow groundwater monitoring, push-ahead groundwater sampling, surface water and sediment sample collection, lysimeter sampling, and soil sample collection.
  • Participating in multiple teams simultaneously working on varied projects pertaining to investigation and remediation
  • Lead geologic, hydrogeologic, and hydrochemistry tasks including preparation of cross sections, development of 3D models, and data evaluation of environmental sample analyses.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • 4-year degree in geological sciences, or related discipline
  • 15+ years of related work experience, including experience as technical leader with oversight of a group of lower-level geoscience/hydrogeological professionals
  • Consulting experience in both the office (writing work plans, reports, coordinating field projects, etc.) and field (Health & Safety responsibility, subcontractor/drilling oversight, groundwater/soil sampling, etc.).
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
  • OSHA 8-hour Supervisor training
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction training
  • Experience planning, executing, and leading environmental sampling programs
  • Professional Geologist/Geoscientist Registration, or application in process
  • Strong communication and writing
  • Demonstration of success in working in a team environment, being an excellent team player as well as a leader
  • Willingness to travel to project sites and perform field work up to 60% of time.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Master’s Degree in geology, or related natural sciences discipline.
  • Experience or interest in managing staff
  • Experience with PFAS projects and PFAS sampling procedures
  • Ability to perform leadership role supporting PFAS, mining, and/or conventional contaminant projects
  • Interest in the development and implementation of a standardized field techniques training program

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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