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Senior Project Engineer
Murrieta, California
Geocon was established in 1971 as a professional engineering consulting firm providing geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, materials testing, and special inspection services. We employ over 350 technically strong and highly motivated engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, technicians, and support staff. Geocon has a large private and public-sector client base. Geocon operates 11 California offices in Sacramento (Rancho Cordova), Placer County (Rocklin), Stockton, Suisun City, Livermore, Los Angeles (Burbank), Murrieta, Loma Linda, Cathedral City, Irvine, and San Diego.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills and professionalism
- Thorough attention to detail
- Persistence, determination, and responsiveness
- Ability to overcome obstacles and develop solutions
- Proficiency with database software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, specifically Microsoft Excel
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Senior project engineer (PE/GE) to manage public works and land development projects from proposal through construction. Duties include analyses, project management, field exploration and observation.
Location & Work Environment:
- This position will be based in the Murrieta office
- Hybrid (office-home) work schedule
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Compensation Range: Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with registration and experience, pay range $104,000 to $145,600 annually, based on experience, proficiency, and registration.
Contact: For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Lisa Battiato, Regional Manager/Senior Geologist, battiato@geoconinc.com
An Affirmative Action Participant EOE
Competitive compensation (based on experience); 401(k); profit sharing; medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; vacation and sick time; training and development; numerous company events throughout the year; positive and fun working environment. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Project Engineer or Geologist
Murrieta & Coachella Valley, California
Established in 1971, GEOCON is a dynamic firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, Environmental Services, Engineering Geology, Materials Testing, and construction inspection, with nine offices throughout Northern and Southern California. GEOCON is ranked on ENR’s TOP 500 Design Firms year after year. We work on a variety of projects, including hillside grading for residential development, public agency infrastructure, high-density housing, new and innovative school campuses, science/commercial buildings, infill, mid-rise structures, parking structures, and major capital improvement projects, which help maintain public infrastructure.
Geocon’s Riverside County operations are seeking to add a project-level engineer or geologist to the team in the Murrieta office to work throughout Riverside County and southern California. The ideal candidate will have mastered the preparation of geotechnical investigation, as-graded geotechnical, and associated reports and letters. They will have mastered proposal preparation and budget control and have experience in independently managing various stages of geotechnical projects. Excellent communication is key, as is the ability to collaborate with other Geocon offices and follow procedures.
Recommended Experience/Requirements:
- Five or more years of experience in geotechnical project management
- B.S. and/or M.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Geology
- Preferred Licensed as a California Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Essential Functions:
- Lead and manage projects, including delegating tasks to available staff resources
- Perform technical review of non-complex geotechnical reports, addenda letters, and proposals
- Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, including vertical/lateral capacity of shallow and deep foundations, settlement analyses, liquefaction analyses, slope stability analyses, retaining wall recommendations, grading evaluation (knowledge of ground motion evaluations is a plus)
- Provide geotechnical recommendations for the design of private and public projects
- Oversee construction geotechnical services on a project-by-project basis
- Generate new work from existing and new clients, a plus
- Demonstrate good judgment and maturity; knows when to apply professional judgment without supervision
Physical Demands: This job is primarily in a professional office environment, but given the nature of our work, there will be occasions when field time is necessary. Requires the ability to lift 20-pound samples or equipment.
Expected Hours of Work: Generally Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm; hybrid schedule of in-office and work from home.
Compensation Range: Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience, pay range $97,760 to $130,000 annually, based on experience and proficiency.
Contact: For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Lisa Battiato, Regional Manager/Senior Geologist, battiato@geoconinc.com
Benefits: Competitive compensation, expense/mileage reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, company-provided life and disability insurance coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, training and development opportunities, company picnics, holiday parties, and a friendly working environment.
Engineering Field Technician/Soils Technician
Livermore, California
Established in 1971, GEOCON is a dynamic Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Services, Engineering Geology, and Construction Inspection firm with 9 offices throughout Northern and Southern California. GEOCON is ranked on ENR’s TOP 500 Design Firms year after year. We work on a wide variety of projects ranging from new and innovative school campuses to major transportation projects which help maintain infrastructure and alleviate traffic congestion in California.
Geocon is seeking a dedicated, hard-working, and professional field technician for a wide variety of public agency and private sector projects throughout the greater Bay Area region. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, willingness to travel, and commitment to client service, professionalism, and accuracy. Attention to detail and follow-up skills, and dedication to workplace health and safety are imperative.
Job Description
Conduct field observations, sampling, and testing related to soils engineering and earthwork construction:
- Grading and Earthwork – Heavy Civil Construction
- Underground Utility Construction and Trench Backfill
- Soil Stabilization
- Roadway Construction, Paving
Materials Testing / Special Inspections (may require Certifications):
- Concrete
- Grout
- Aggregates
Experience/Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Minimum of 1 year of experience
- Soil nuclear density gauge certification required (can be obtained online)
- Caltrans certifications are preferred but not required
- International Code Council (ICC) and/or American Concrete Institute (ACI) certifications preferred but not required
- Licenses: Valid California driver’s license and clean DMV record required for travel to and between job sites, and for transportation of specialized equipment such as nuclear gauges
- Must be able to pass physical and routine drug tests
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis
Compensation & Benefits
We offer competitive compensation, including expense and mileage reimbursement (pay range: $20–$30 per hour, depending on experience). Additional benefits include:
- Competitive salary including potential Prevailing Wage assignments
- Paid Sick, Vacation, and nationally-recognized Holidays
- Company Sponsored Health Insurance for Employee + Family
- Profit sharing and 401K with Company Match
- Great Company Culture
Contact: For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to boeschen@geoconinc.com
Special Inspector
San Diego, California
Geocon is a dynamic Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Services, Engineering Geology, and Construction Inspection firm with 9 offices throughout Northern and Southern California. We have an immediate need for a dedicated and professional Special Inspector for a wide variety of public and privately funded projects throughout the San Diego area. We are looking for a person with a positive attitude and who is organized, computer literate, detail-oriented, and works well under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a willingness to travel, commitment to client service, professionalism, accuracy, and for whom workplace health and safety are imperative.
Experience/Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience
- Caltrans certifications preferred but not required
- ICC certifications (Concrete and Masonry required; Structural Steel and Bolting, Structural Welding, Fireproofing and Commercial Building Inspector preferred but not required)
- DSA Masonry certification preferred but not required
- CWI certification preferred but not required
- IFC Firestop certification preferred but not required
- Licenses: Valid California driver’s license and clean DMV record required for travel to and between job sites, and for transportation of specialized equipment such as nuclear gauges
- Personal truck or SUV for use to travel to various sites
- Must be able to pass a physical and routine drug tests
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis
Benefits:
Competitive compensation, expense/mileage reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, company provided life and disability insurance coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, training and development opportunities, company picnics, holiday parties, and a friendly working environment. Compensation is based on level of experience and current certifications, pay range $20-$46.50
For consideration, please submit your resume to Scott Vacula, Director of Field Services at email.
Established in 1971, GEOCON is a dynamic Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Services, Engineering Geology, and Construction Inspection firm with 9 offices throughout Northern and Southern California. GEOCON is ranked on ENR’s TOP 500 Design Firms year after year. We work on a wide variety of projects ranging from new and innovative school campuses to major transportation projects which help maintain infrastructure and alleviate traffic congestion in California.
Materials Tester / Inspector
Sacramento, California
Geocon is a dynamic Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Services, Engineering Geology, and Construction Inspection firm with 9 offices throughout Northern and Southern California. We have an immediate need for a dedicated and professional Materials Tester/Inspector for a wide variety of public and privately funded projects throughout the Greater Sacramento area. We are looking for a person with a positive attitude and who is organized, computer literate, detail-oriented, and works well under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a willingness to travel, commitment to client service, professionalism, accuracy, and for whom workplace health and safety are imperative.
Experience/Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience
- Caltrans certifications preferred but not required
- Nuclear Density Gauge certification required
- Licenses: Valid California driver’s license and clean DMV record required for travel to and between job sites, and for transportation of specialized equipment such as nuclear gauges
- Personal truck or SUV for use to travel to various sites
- Must be able to pass a physical and routine drug tests
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis
Benefits:
Competitive compensation, expense/mileage reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, company provided life and disability insurance coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, training and development opportunities, company picnics, holiday parties, and a friendly working environment. Compensation is based on level of experience and current certifications, pay range $22-$44.50
For consideration, please submit your resume to Richard Church, Field Supervisor, at church@geoconinc.com
Soils Technician
Sacramento, California
Geocon is seeking a dedicated, professional soils technician for a wide variety of projects throughout the greater Sacramento area. Positive attitude, willingness to travel, and commitment to client service, professionalism, accuracy, and workplace health and safety are imperative.
Experience/Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience
- Caltrans certifications preferred but not required
- Nuclear density gauge certification required
- Licenses: Valid California driver’s license and clean DMV record required for travel to and between job sites, and for transportation of specialized equipment such as nuclear gauges
- Must be able to pass physical and routine drug tests
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis
- Personal truck or SUV for use to travel to various sites
Compensation is based on level of experience and current certifications, pay range $21-$38.50
For consideration, please submit your resume to Jenaro Gamez, Field Supervisor, at gamez@geoconinc.com
Environmental Geologist/Engineer
Bay Area, California
Geocon, a full-service environmental and geotechnical consulting firm has an opportunity for highly motivated individuals seeking a project-level position to assist with environmental consulting projects for a wide variety of public and private sector clients. The ideal candidate will have experience performing multiple project phases ranging from investigation to remediation with an overall career path towards senior project and client management. The desired candidate will also have the ability to perform independent hands-on fieldwork, and oversee subcontractors and other field personnel. Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.
Job Description:
- Perform environmental site assessments (Phase I and II ESAs)
- Assist in the development of scopes of work, perform site investigation coordination, oversee subsurface exploratory borings and trenches, install and sample groundwater monitoring wells, etc.
- Assist in the development of laboratory testing programs
- Complete test trench and boring logs, prepare geologic cross-sections, maps, and other illustrations
- Preparation of reports of findings
- Assist in the preparation of remedial alternatives evaluations, cost estimating, remedial action plans, community participation plans, etc.
Experience/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Engineering
- Professional Registration (PE or PG) preferred
- Graduate level education preferred but not required
- Minimum 5 years of experience with field investigations and report writing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training required
- Valid California drivers’ license, current DMV printout, and vehicle for use to travel to various sites
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis
This is an immediate opening in our Livermore office. For immediate consideration please email resume to Kim Goodrich, Business Development Manager, goodrich@geoconinc.com.
An Affirmative Action Participant EOE
Benefits:
Competitive compensation, expense/mileage reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, company provided life and disability insurance coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, training and development opportunities, company picnics, holiday parties, and a friendly working environment. Compensation is based on level of experience, pay range $36-$50.50.
Senior Remediation Engineer
Bay Area, California
Geocon has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual seeking a senior-level engineering position to manage environmental consulting and remediation projects for a wide variety of public and private sector clients. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and managing multiple project phases, perform fieldwork independently, and oversee subcontractors and other field personnel and prepare workplans, reports and other related documents. The position will also include the management and training of environmental staff. Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, willingness to accept challenges, resourcefulness, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.
Responsibilities:
- Develop workplans, coordinate and perform site investigation field activities, and oversee subcontractors
- Prepare/Review reports of findings
- Prepare/Perform remedial alternatives evaluations, cost estimating, remedial action plans, remediation system design and O&M, and community participation plans
Experience/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering (Graduate level education preferred)
- California Professional Registration (PE) required
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training required
- Valid California drivers’ license, current DMV printout, and vehicle for use to travel to various sites
This is an immediate opening in our Livermore office. For immediate consideration please email resume to Kim Goodrich, Business Development Manager, goodrich@geoconinc.com.
An Affirmative Action Participant EOE
Benefits:
Competitive compensation, expense/mileage reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, company provided life and disability insurance coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, training and development opportunities, company picnics, holiday parties, and a friendly working environment. Compensation is based on level of experience, pay range $42-$77.50.
Gabrielle New, PHR
858-558-6900 x221
email
Geocon is a dynamic Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Services, Engineering Geology, and Construction Inspection firm with 9 offices throughout Northern and Southern California.
An Affirmative Action Participant EOE
• Competitive compensation
• Expense reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
coverage options
• Company provided life and disability
insurance coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and development opportunities
• Company picnics, holiday parties, and a
great working environment
• Compensation is based on level of
experience.