What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Engineering Geologist position at KBJW?
Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW) is seeking a Staff Engineering Geologist to join our dynamic growing team in our Chesterfield, VA office.
Named a 2023 Top Workplace by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, KBJW is a fun, family-oriented business, dedicated to the success of our employees, clients, and our communities. For more than 30 years, we have served as a leading engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With our rapid growth and several strategic acquisitions there is an excellent opportunity to begin a fulfilling career at KBJW.
KBJW offers interesting projects, a friendly atmosphere, professional development, and a competitive benefits package. We look for employees who are willing to work hard, solve problems and help us grow.
Position Summary :
The Engineering Geologist primary function is to complete field investigations of soils, rock, and earth materials for support of geotechnical evaluations and reporting. You will be responsible for meeting project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform assignments requiring the application of geological techniques and procedures.
- Conduct surveys and field studies to gather soils and geologic data.
- Assist with planning and coordinating field drilling operation.
- Compile and analyze soil and rock samples from field exploration projects.
- Compile and analyze field data, aerial photographs, satellite images, maps, GIS data geologic reports, and survey data
- Assist with preparing reports, proposals, correspondence, technical specifications, drawings, and field / final boring logs.
- Perform lab testing on soil, rock, or concrete samples.
- Work closely with senior staff members to develop project management experience, basic monitoring of project budgets and schedules.
- Travel to other Firm's offices, client offices, and project sites. Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Adhere to company safety polices and use of supplied personal protective equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Why KBJW?
KBJW employees receive competitive compensation as well as the following benefits :
KBJW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities as defined by the ADA.
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
