Sdii Global (SDII) is seeking a Principal Geologist to join our team in Florida.
This position requires extensive expertise in Florida karst geology and karst science.
A Master's degree in Geology is preferred and candidates must possess a P.G. license in the State of Florida. Candidates for this position must have a minimum of 10 years' related experience providing professional geological expertise including initial quality review for subsidence reports, completing peer reviews, litigation support and performing geophysical testing and evaluation reports.
Position Overview
- Geologist of Record for Florida sinkhole loss and other geological investigations. Responsible for preparing, signing, and sealing reports.
- Review investigation reports for quality assurance and statutory compliance when applicable; verify that all elements of the report, including figures, logs, labs, text, etc., are accurate and complete.
- Provide scientific and technical evaluations for sinkhole related investigations.
- Interpret ground penetrating radar and other geophysical data.
- Manage and complete geophysics projects.
- Assist field personnel with questions related to data collection.
- Visit project sites when needed to evaluate progress and direct required action.
- Assist in the determination of boring locations, termination depths, relocation of boring, or cancellation of borings, as deemed required during drilling operations.
- Interact with field personnel and drilling teams to identify problems and solutions at project sites.
- Verify and approve data collected by field technicians and check results of field tests completed during site investigations.
- Ensure projects are completed on time.
- Respond to client requests and write addendum letters when necessary.
- Discuss reports with homeowners, as needed and when approved by our client.
- Conduct peer reviews of other experts’ reports as needed.
- Provide litigation support through depositions and trials.
- In partnership with Company marketing efforts, solicit, bid, perform and interpret new projects for the Geology and Geophysics lines of business, including preparing project proposals for geophysics work.
- Author and publish articles in technical journals, participate in professional society business and networking and serve as a leader in the geological/geophysics industry.
- Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Geology Operations Manager/President.
Experience/Performance Requirements:
- Requires extensive expertise in Florida karst geology and karst science.
- Extensive experience in Florida sinkhole loss investigations.
- Experience with GPR, ER, and other forms of geophysical data collection, processing, and interpretation.
- Maintain licensure as a Professional Geologist in the State of Florida; work to continue personal competency through continuing education, outside literature, seminars, etc. Ability to obtain PG licensure in TN.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative, ability to be organized and to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to type a minimum of 50 wpm; possess knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling; and have the ability to use reference guides and equipment manuals.
- Computer experience in a Windows environment, Microsoft Office (Excel, WORD). Experience interpreting GPR data in RADAN (GSSI) software. Ability to learn and use other software programs including, but not limited to, Smart Draw, Company Database. Ability to demonstrate computer skills in pre-employment skills test.
- Have knowledge of functional business principals and best practices with a “big picture” perspective.
- Have administrative abilities and be detail oriented.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exhibit excellent time management skills.
- Ability to interact and work well with others.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Possess a Florida Driver’s License and ability to use personal vehicle for Company business.