Senior Geologist

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Senior Geologist with 5 or more years consulting experience to join our Alaska Team. We offer flexible working arrangements to help with work/life balance, and have an office in Anchorage, Alaska. WSP’s Alaska Team offers multi-disciplinary projects including geotechnical investigations, near-surface geophysical investigations, geological mapping projects, and related services to a diverse set of clients, including industrial/commercial companies, local and state agencies, and the federal government. Project locations range from local to statewide. We have in-house experts in engineering, environmental remediation, and graphics/GIS who support Alaskan projects, and have access to subject matter experts worldwide. The position requires a self-motivated candidate able to work as part of local, regional, or national project teams. Your Impact • Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients by providing technical expertise, attending client meetings and leading project development pursuits • Supervise and manage geologists to perform geologic and/or geotechnical investigations • Plan and manage simple and complex subsurface field geologic exploration programs including geotechnical drilling and test pit explorations • Analyze, evaluate, and interpret geologic, hydrogeologic, or similar data obtained during field investigations to develop conceptual geologic models • Review geologic samples and geologic unit identification, assign laboratory testing, and supervise the preparation of exploration records • Provide direction on the installation of monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation (VWP’s, inclinometers, transducers etc) • Interpret geologic data and write geotechnical and geologic reports • Conduct geologic research, write project proposals and reports • Provide technical direction and oversight as well as mentoring and training to junior-level staff • Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications • B.S. or higher in Geology, Geophysics, Hydrogeology, or related discipline • 5 or more years of geology (or related) consulting experience • Willing to work in the field conducting physically rigorous geologic data collection in a variety of terrain and weather conditions • Excellent communication and writing skills, with demonstrated report writing skills • Consistent and highly accurate project work • Ability to work efficiently and demonstrate effective organizational skills • Comfortable working within both small and large project teams to achieve objectives • Flexible to work outside of business hours, when necessary • Proficiency with MS Office: Excel, Word, and Outlook, in particular • Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements Preferred Qualifications • Master’s Degree is preferred • Professional geologist registration • Experience managing complex subsurface investigations including geotechnical drilling, soil classification, monitoring well installation and instrumentation • Experience managing mid to large-size, multi-disciplinary projects • Specialized computer skills including database applications, ArcGIS, and gINT (or similar platform) • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. • 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred • Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired #LI-SR1