Senior Geologist - Troy, NY

Description

• Stay current on regulatory changes, mining trends, and technological advancements relevant to cement, aggregates, and metals.
• Serve as the firm’s subject matter expert on geology, hydrogeology, and resource development for cement, aggregates, industrial minerals and metals.
• Evaluate geotechnical and geological conditions affecting mine design, slope stability, and material extraction.
• Review and approve technical deliverables, including geologic models, resource estimates, and permit applications.
• Develop 2D and 3D geologic and hydrogeologic models for resource/reserve estimation, mine planning, and permitting.
• Provide senior-level oversight of exploration, drilling, sampling, and field programs.
• Lead geologic and hydrogeologic site investigations, including drilling oversight, logging, sampling, aquifer testing, and pumping tests.
• Apply advanced geostatistics, modeling software, and GIS to develop resource interpretations and mine plans.
• Mentor and develop junior geologists and technical staff.
• Provide technical input to feasibility studies, due diligence reviews, and environmental impact assessments.
• Lead technical teams in geological and hydrogeological investigations, modeling, and permitting.
• Direct the permitting process for mining, quarrying, and resource development projects, including preparation of technical documentation and liaison with regulators.
• Support cement and aggregate quality evaluations, including raw material characterization and testing.
• Represent the company with regulatory agencies, industry associations, and community stakeholders.
• Conduct hydrogeologic studies to assess groundwater supply, dewatering requirements, and potential impacts to surface and groundwater resources.
• Support business development through client engagement, proposal preparation, and presentations.
• Perform resource and reserve evaluations for aggregate, cement raw materials, and metal deposits.

Requirements

• Ability to integrate geologic, hydrogeologic, and geotechnical data into actionable recommendations.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to grow accounts in cement, aggregates, and metals.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Five or more (5+) years of demonstrated experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, GIS, EVS, and/or database management software is a plus.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• A broad understanding of soil and concrete conditions and construction related issues as they relate to geotechnical engineering and construction material testing (CMT) services.
• Proven ability to manage permitting processes and regulatory interactions.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional Geologist license preferred, or progress toward completion.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Familiarity with mine planning and reserve estimation tools.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Expertise in geologic modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, RockWorks, MODFLOW, SURPAC, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience with environmental investigations including various groundwater, soil, and soil vapor sampling methodologies.
• Frequent travel required, 5-10 days per month on average, may vary with project.
• MSHA Part 46/48 preferred.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• HAZWOPER Certification and understanding of safety protocols preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly in technical reporting and regulatory documentation.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Advanced technical expertise in geology, hydrogeology, and resource assessment.
• Must hold a valid state driver’s license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.
• Proficiency with GIS and database management.
• Bachelor’s degree in geology, mining, environmental engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong field orientation and provide problem solving skills.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Demonstrated experience monitoring well drilling, logging, installation and sampling; developing boring logs and review/ interpretation of geological boring logs.
• Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
• Strong technical writing and reporting skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Partially indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Primarily outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance