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Energy Services West, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), provides front-end design services, complex civil and foundation programs, overhead line construction, and oversight of large turnkey construction programs.

Our expert team brings Engineering, Procurement, and Project/Risk Management under the same umbrella as Construction, resulting in turnkey services that offer the full spectrum of capabilities critical infrastructure owners demand.

About this Role

Energy Services West

“About Energy Services West (ESW):ESWis a rapidly growing platform company within the Quanta Services family of companies. TheQuantagroup is meeting the nations renewable energy transitions headon, by building the largest skilled labor force in North America. Energy Services West is a growing technical service provider in this family of over 200 operating companies, tackling the energy, utility and communication infrastructure challenges of tomorrow. Join our team and be a part of this exciting and incredible opportunity!

The Project Engineering(or Hydro)Geologist(or Geophysicist) is involved in a variety of geotechnical engineering projects with a focus on data collection and interpretation in support of foundation engineering, emphasizing design-build delivery methods for electrical transmission and distribution projects. The Project Engineering(or Hydro)Geologist(or Geophysicist) interfaces with a multi-disciplinary engineering team consisting of civil, structural, geotechnical, and various construction management personnel.

This role is primarily an office-based position to execute both pre-construction geotechnical investigations, geologic hazard assessments, and construction-phase monitoring services. Periodic fieldwork is also expected. At the Project level, the Project Engineering Geologist will be expected to apply advanced engineering and geologic principles to solve complex problems. A successful candidate is able to utilize geologic judgement, field observations, and digital technologies such as LiDAR and GIS to assess and quantify geologic conditions and construction risk. They may also take on the role of task/field manager on more complex projects or in a lead capacity supervising professional staff. The position may also coordinate and oversee work performed by outside design consultants in the preparation and delivery of design projects.

What You'll Do

• Execute assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out geological engineering, hydro-geological, and geophysical engineering tasks.

• Take responsible charge of geologic surface mapping, rock and soil subsurface investigations, installation of downhole instrumentation, construction monitoring, and othergeologic

• Provide concise technical summaries of field and laboratory data and manage/direct subcontractor activities effectively.

• Develop complete written reports suitable for certification by a registered professional(engineer, geologist/geophysics).

• Review geotechnical aspects of technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

• Provide geological support to foundation construction crews.

• Train and supervise junior staff on field and office-based protocols. Assign and manage work with technical staff, including execution of geologic figures, reports and drafting.

• Provide coordination and communication with project management regarding scope, deliverables and schedule.

• Manage field subcontractor activities, such as geotechnical drilling and sampling, effectively. This involves periodic fieldwork at project sites located throughout North America.

• Work under supervision of Senior Project Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist

What You'll Bring

• Must have an undergraduate degree (BS) in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.

• Master’s degree or continuing education in the field of geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geophysics, hydro geology or geographic information systems is advantageous (preferred?)

• Professional Geologist (PG) licensure, enabling practice of geology and assumption of responsible charge for geologic (geotechnical/geophysical) reporting.

• Familiarity with use and application of systems such as the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS), International Society of Rock Mechanics (ISRM) rock quality scale, and other published geotechnical standard of practice.

• Ability or interest in obtaining additional specialty registration (Geotechnical Engineer, Engineering Geologist, Hydrogeologist, Geophysicist) in the applicant’s area of expertise is encouraged.

• Minimum 4 years relevant experience. Geotechnical work, construction management,geophysics, and geological hazard study.

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for collection and analysis of geological and geotechnical data.

• Familiarity or experience with additional specialty geotechnical and geophysical analyses tools ideal: gINT, slope stability, asst geophysical software, gINT etc etc.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What You'll Get

At ESW, we value our PEOPLE over everything else.

We offer career advancement opportunities through all segments of the organization. Our employees are encouraged to grow as high as they can dream. Your success is our success!

We offer a very competitive compensation package that includes:

• Competitive salary

• Medical - we offer a menu of options to choose from

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• 401K with a generous employer match

• Generous paid time off

• Bonus program

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• And much MORE!

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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ID2024-3837

CategoryCraft Professionals

Position TypeFull-Time Regular

LocationUS-UT-Sandy

Workplace TypeOn-Site