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Start: As Soon As PossibleJob SummaryThe Geologist Assistant supports environmental and infrastructure projects by performing field sampling, site investigations, and technical reporting for federal, state, local, and commercial clients. The position requires strong technical knowledge of soil classification, groundwater sampling, and environmental regulations, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a consulting environment.

<div><strong>Primary Job Title:</strong><br/> Geologist Assistant</div><div><br/><strong>Alternate Job Titles:</strong></div><ul><li><div>Environmental Field Geologist</div></li><li><div>Entry-Level Environmental Scientist</div></li><li><div>Environmental Consulting Assistant</div></li><li><div>Junior Geotechnical Field Specialist</div></li></ul><hr/><div><strong>Location:</strong> Kansas City, Missouri</div><div><strong>Onsite Position</strong></div><hr/><div><strong>Position Details</strong></div><div><br/><strong>Position Type:</strong> Contract<br/><strong>Contract Duration:</strong> 12 Months<br/><strong>Start:</strong> As Soon As Possible</div><hr/><div><strong>Job Summary</strong></div><div>The <strong>Geologist Assistant</strong> supports environmental and infrastructure projects by performing <strong>field sampling, site investigations, and technical reporting</strong> for federal, state, local, and commercial clients. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with analytical data review and documentation to support environmental compliance and remediation initiatives.</div><div>The position requires strong technical knowledge of <strong>soil classification, groundwater sampling, and environmental regulations</strong>, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a consulting environment.</div><hr/><div><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></div><ul><li><div>Assist with environmental field activities including:</div><ul><li><div>Soil logging and classification</div></li><li><div>Air monitoring during investigations and remediation</div></li><li><div>Installation of groundwater monitoring wells</div></li><li><div>Soil and groundwater sample collection for laboratory analysis</div></li><li><div>Collection of soil for physical testing</div></li></ul></li><li><div>Support development of soil and groundwater sampling plans</div></li><li><div>Compile and analyze soil, air, and groundwater analytical data</div></li><li><div>Assist with proposal preparation and environmental report writing</div></li><li><div>Coordinate subcontractors for field investigations and remediation efforts</div></li><li><div>Coordinate laboratory analysis for accurate sample identification</div></li><li><div>Conduct on-site field monitoring to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local permit requirements</div></li><li><div>Perform additional duties as assigned and comply with company policies and standards</div></li></ul><hr/><div><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li><div><strong>Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related Environmental Science field</strong></div></li><li><div>Related environmental consulting experience</div></li><li><div>Basic knowledge of:</div><ul><li><div>Standard geological techniques and principles</div></li><li><div>Unified Soil Classification System</div></li><li><div>Glacial deposits, hydrogeology, and groundwater sampling</div></li><li><div>OSHA, CERCLA, and remedial design</div></li></ul></li><li><div>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite</div></li><li><div>Valid driver’s license</div></li><li><div>Ability to qualify for and maintain company vehicle driving privileges</div></li><li><div>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</div></li><li><div>Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities</div></li></ul><hr/><div><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li><div>Hazardous site assessment experience (Phase I, Phase II, remediation)</div></li><li><div>Basic knowledge of ArcGIS, RockWare, and Adobe Illustrator</div></li><li><div>OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training</div></li><li><div>Minimum 3.0 GPA</div></li><li><div>Campus or community involvement demonstrating leadership</div></li><li><div>Strong collaboration, organization, and team-building skills</div></li></ul><hr/><div><strong>Work Authorization Requirement</strong></div><div>Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions.</div><hr/><div><strong>Work Environment</strong></div><ul><li><div>Onsite field-based position in Kansas City, MO</div></li><li><div>Fieldwork required in various environmental conditions</div></li><li><div>Must meet Motor Vehicle Safety Policy requirements</div></li></ul><hr/><div><strong>Benefits</strong></div><div>Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans<br/> 401k Retirement Fund</div><hr/><div><strong>About the Company</strong></div><div>An established <strong>infrastructure engineering firm</strong> designing and building essential infrastructure for cities since 1898. With a commitment to safety and quality, the organization plays a critical role in developing sustainable communities.</div><hr/><div><strong>About GTT</strong></div><div>GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail organizations across the U.S. and Canada.</div><hr/><div><strong>Job Number:</strong> 26-01540</div><div>#gttic</div>

Geologist Assistant

Adobe Illustrator

Analysis Skills

ArcGIS

Banking Services

Biology

Biotech and Pharmaceutical

CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act)

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Community Development

Consulting

Data Collection

Environmental Compliance

Environmental Regulations

Environmental Sciences

Financial Services

Fortune 500 Customers

Dental Insurance

Driver's License

Geology

Groundwater Sampling

Insurance

Investigative Reports

Laboratory Analysis

Leadership

Maintain Compliance

Microsoft Office

OSHA

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Retail

Retirement Funds

Safety/Work Safety

Problem Solving Skills

Proposal Writing

Quantitative Analysis

Support Documentation

Team Lead/Manager

Reporting Skills

Site Evaluation

Vision Plan

Soil Mechanics

Soil Science

Team Player

Vehicle Driving

Writing Skills

OTHER

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Overview:
<p style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Practice Leader - Environmental Remediation Geologist or Engineer</strong> in our <strong>Overland Park, Kansas</strong> office. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging projects, including sales and business development, senior technical leadership, financial and technical evaluation, design, permitting, and construction stages of complex site investigation and remediation projects. Our client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional, and governmental clients.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;">Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">We offer <u>competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs</u> to support you and your family.</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">To Learn More Visit: </span><a href="http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/</span></a><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">.</span></span></p>

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
<p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: 12pt;">Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect that you’d work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through business development and client management. You may also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, along with staff management and development, and mentoring tasks. Some of the key responsibilities may include:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">T<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">ask and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability;</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Performing and managing contaminated site assessments, remedy evaluation, including preparing investigation work plans, feasibility studies, removal action work plans, remedy design, and remedy implementation;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Performing and managing site assessment fieldwork, pilot and bench-scale programs for soil, soil vapor, and groundwater remediation technologies;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Preparing remediation action plans for soil, soil vapor, and groundwater remediation projects including drawings, engineering analyses and calculations, and technical specifications;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Preparing technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, and proposals;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Management and mentoring of junior staff and managing subcontractors;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Business development including bringing in new clients and obtaining repeat business from existing clients, leading proposal preparation efforts, and developing and implementing a business development plan for supporting the growth of the Overland Park office;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Preparing and/or reviewing/managing written document production (including proposals, technical reports, engineering designs and specifications, and/or presentations); and</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">At times, the job may also include fieldwork such as site visits and meetings, contractor oversight, and audits associated with site investigation and remediation activities.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="TextRun SCXW249979886 BCX8" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW249979886 BCX8">Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.</span></span></span></li></ul>

Education and Licensure:
<ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Bachelors degree in geology, geological engineering, civil or environmental engineering with an emphasis in site investigation, remediation design, construction management or a closely related discipline. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Current Missouri or Kansas Professional Registration (P.G., P.E.). (required)</span></li></ul>

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
<ul><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">At least 8 years (10+ preferred) of relevant prior experience, in environmental consulting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">An outstanding track record for client management, business development, and technical leadership. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Current marketplace visibility and existing client relationships. (preferred)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Experience with physical-chemical and biological treatment processes. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Project management, business development training, and leadership training. (preferred)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Demonstrated working knowledge Federal and Regional State (e.g., MO, IL, KS, OK, AR, NE, IA) regulations. (preferred)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams. (required)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;"><span data-contrast="auto">Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335551550":6,"335551620":6}"> </span> </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Valid U.S driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 8pt; line-height: 106%; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #999999;">#LI-DH1</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 8pt; line-height: 106%; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #999999;">#LI-Hybrid</span></p>

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