A Senior Geoscientist is needed for a global engineering, construction and project management company in the Reston, VA area. This job is for an experienced hydrogeologist with a strong background in numerical modeling and field investigations to perform technical work, prepare reports, and collaborate with diverse teams on engineering and environmental projects.
location: Reston, Virginia
job type: Contract
salary: $59.35 - 77.03 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Masters
responsibilities:
- Perform hydrogeological work as directed by senior staff.
- Coordinate input from various specialties like geology, hydrology, and engineering for data interpretation and model development.
- Apply numerical ground-water flow modeling using commercial or public domain computer codes.
- Participate in field investigations, including site characterization, well installation, aquifer tests, and water sampling.
- Assist senior staff in preparing technical reports, calculations, and presentations.
- Review geotechnical subcontractor's reports and prepare comments and recommendations.
- Contribute to a work environment based on openness, trust, communication, and teamwork.
Education & Experience:
- M.S. in hydrogeology, engineering geology, or a related geosciences discipline with 8 years of progressive experience.
- OR Ph.D. in the same disciplines with 6 years of progressive experience.
- Proficiency with geology software such as MODFLOW, Aqtesolv, Leapfrog, and OpenGround.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, computer graphics, and other relevant computer applications for data analysis.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Curiosity, initiative, and sound judgment.
- Ability to resolve design issues with team members, suppliers, and clients.
- Knowledge of engineering deliverables (drawings, specifications, material requisitions).
- Knowledge of construction methods for concrete and steel structures.
- Understanding of the work processes of other disciplines on projects.
- Ability to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- Willingness and ability to travel and remain at a jobsite for an extended time.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Masters
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
