Project Geologist

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SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is a fantastic and dynamic role that will support, lead, and grow a diverse portfolio of environmental remediation and engineering projects on behalf of CAPE's Technical Services Organization. This person will provide expertise in geology, hydrogeology, GIS, chemistry, drafting, environmental engineering, technical writing, and/or data management. Primary responsibilities include preparation of technical proposals and project plans, design support, permitting, analytical and geo-data management, collection/analysis/interpretation of field + lab data, lithologic logging, soil boring and monitoring well installation, environmental sampling, project scheduling.

Additional highlights include:
- Learn and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team
- 1:1 mentorship with licensed professionals (Professional Geologists/Engineers)
- Original problem solving
- Develop and implement new engineering and process solutions
- Learn and use new software for 2/3D modeling, data management, and mapping

EXPECTATIONS:

This role is expected to be solution-oriented, curious, able to multi-task, and a self-starter. This role is expected to work independently to develop and review project plans, reports, and other technical documents, and interpret data and make real-time decisions, with Senior support as needed. This role may require self-direct training to learn new software, including ArcGIS Pro, EnviroData, Trimble Business Center, Field Maps, Surfer, Statistical software, and Adobe Illustrator. This role is also responsible for leading complex field activities and learning and operating field equipment including environmental survey, sampling, and monitoring equipment (PID, GPS, Landfill Gas monitor, Gamma meter, groundwater/soil/air sampling equipment). Additional tasks may include writing and reviewing technical plans and reports, preparation of graphs, statistical analyses, scaled 2/3D drawings, review of laboratory sample results, support of end-to-end geo-data management, collection/analysis/interpretation of field and lab data, lithologic logging, soil-boring installation, monitoring well construction/destruction, environmental sampling, field team management, and project scheduling.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

Three years professional experience in environmental remediation and/or consulting. A minimum of two (2) years in the Hazardous, Toxic and Radioactive Waste (HTRW) field to include working knowledge of environmental regulations such as Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). Experience must include study, design and construction support of environmental projects.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related Engineering field.
• Professional competency using MS Office software.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Master of Science (MS) Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related Engineering field.
• Professional Certifications (Geologist in Training (GIT), Engineer in Training (EIT), Professional Geologist (PG), Professional Engineer (PE), or GIS Professional (GISP)
• Experience with: ESRI's Arc GIS Desktop or Pro, Adobe Illustrator, Envirodata, Surfer, Trimble Business Center

SALARY:

• $80,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

TRAVEL:

Travel will be required to support fieldwork. Travel duration will vary per assignment; field durations longer than 4 weeks are not anticipated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental investigations and/or remediation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Able to follow instructions and take responsibility for multiple assignments to meet deadlines
• Able to work independently with exceptional attention to detail
• Valid driver's license
• Able to pass background check for badging to access DOD installations
• Able to meet physical demands of fieldwork (e.g., wear respiratory protection, standing or walking on uneven terrain, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Science (MS) Degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field
• Professional Certifications (EIT, PE, GIT, PG, CES, etc.)
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and best practices (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, \etc.)
• Experience working with NAVFAC, USACE, or other DOD agency
• Experience serving in a quality control and/or safety role
• Experience using CAD, Arc GIS Pro, Illustrator, EnviroData, Trimble Business Center, Surfer
• Experience with GPS data collection and processing (e.g., Trimble, Field Maps, etc.)
• Industry standard trainings, such as:

-OSHA 40hr HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour refresher

-8hr HAZWOPER Supervisor training

-OSHA 30hr Construction training

-Navy or USACE Construction Quality Manager training

-RCRA and DOT HAZMAT training

WHY CAPE?

For 35 years, CAPE has delivered construction and environmental remediation solutions to governmental and private organizations nationwide. As a $100 M small business, we have Nationwide contracts with the USACE, USN and USAF totaling over $20 B in prime contract capacity. As a top 3 SB in our industry, our $12 B portfolio also includes unrestricted contracts where we compete against large businesses for task order awards. Most recently in the unrestricted area, CAPE won a $30 M + groundwater treatment plant construction project for the USACE in New Jersey. We routinely partner with other small and large businesses to provide better responsiveness in support of achieving our clients goals.

Our projects are high-profile environmental remediation projects involving cleanup of contaminated soil, groundwater, and sediment. The culture of our company is one of working together to achieve our clients objectives, company goals and employee's professional goals and is succinctly and accurately defined as "We, Not Me" behavior. To ensure long-term, sustainable growth, we tailor our 3-year vision to be ahead of our industry in delivering our projects, align with our clients and team partners to improve our existing market share and develop new services to support smart growth.

CAPE offers competitive benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, life insurance, Vanguard retirement savings plan including both traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to 4% match and lowest in class fees, health savings account (HSA) with investment option, flexible spending account (FSA), paid annual leave, paid maternity/paternity leave, and tuition reimbursement. CAPE also offers staff several other voluntary benefits options, as well as the option to work from home.

CAPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to our open positions.