Senior Geoscientist Job at First Point Group, Reston, VA

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  • First Point Group
  • Reston, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Sr Geoscientist

We are currently staffing a Senior Geoscientist opportunity for our Oil & Gas / Energy Renewables client located in Reston, VA.

Position Type: 12-month contract to possible perm

Pay Rate: $60-$77/hr

Responsibilities:

  • Support senior staff by performing standard hydrogeological tasks, integrating inputs from geology, hydrology, and engineering disciplines to interpret data and develop conceptual site models.
  • Conduct numerical groundwater flow modeling using commercial or open-source software to support engineering designs, safety evaluations, and environmental assessments.
  • Participate in fieldwork activities such as site characterization, groundwater well installation, aquifer testing, and water quality sampling.
  • Assist in the preparation of technical reports, data analyses, calculations, and project presentations under the guidance of senior team members.
  • Review geotechnical reports from subcontractors and provide professional feedback, including recommendations for improvement.
  • Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes communication, trust, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

Education & Experience (Grade 26):

  • Master’s degree in Hydrogeology, Engineering Geology, or a related Geosciences field with at least 8 years of progressive experience, or
  • Ph.D. in a related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Technical Proficiency:

  • Skilled in using geology and hydrogeology software tools such as MODFLOW, AQTESOLV, Leapfrog, and OpenGround.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office and other relevant tools for data analysis and reporting (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, visualization tools).

Additional Requirements:

  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solid foundation in both geoscience and engineering principles.
  • Familiarity with engineering documentation such as specifications, material requisitions, and construction drawings.
  • Understanding of multidisciplinary project workflows and interdependencies.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse team environments.
  • Willingness and flexibility to travel and remain on project sites for extended durations as required.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, For subcontractor, Work at office,

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