Senior Project Geophysicist - Land

Job Description

Fugro Land Site Screening & Consulting provides comprehensive Geo-data, geotechnical, geophysical, and environmental consulting services that help clients confidently move projects from concept to construction. By integrating advanced site characterization, geo-risk assessment, ground modeling, and digital analytics, Fugro identifies potential constraints and opportunities early in the project lifecycle. Our experts deliver actionable insights that reduce uncertainty, optimize site selection, support infrastructure design, and minimize costly delays, helping clients build safer, more sustainable, and more successful projects.

The Senior Project Geophysicist is responsible for leading and executing geophysical projects from planning through delivery. This role provides technical support in the acquisition, processing, interpretation, and reporting of geophysical data while overseeing project execution, field operations, client interactions, and project team members. The position operates with minimal supervision and exercises independent judgment in technical, operational, and project-related decisions.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.

• Provides accurate and customized services of mainly moderate complexity to clients by conducting thorough data acquisition, analysis, interpretation and reporting of mainly moderate complexity Geophysical data.

• Develops and delivers tailored client solutions by effectively integrating geophysical data with the appropriate context.

• Provides targeted geophysical insights and advice in a number of specialized technical disciplines, influencing project direction.

• Identifies enhancements to existing procedures and suggests refinements based on project needs.

• Oversee field operations to ensure safe and efficient project execution.

• Guide field crew in the proper application of geophysical methods and procedures.

• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements when necessary.

• Support troubleshooting of field equipment, software, and operational issues.

• Ensure field documentation and survey records are complete and accurate.

• Performs QC on own work and offers recommendations on preliminary findings, including consideration of further investigative actions when necessary

• Review collected data to identify inconsistencies, anomalies, or data quality concerns.

• Support preparation of technical deliverables, maps, figures, and factual reports.

• Utilize geophysical and geospatial software tools to support project execution.

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for assigned clients. Provides technical input to commercial tenders.

• Participate in project scoping, proposal development, and technical discussions with clients.

• Present project findings, recommendations, and interpretations to clients and stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities for additional services and support business development initiatives.

• Ability to travel up to 50%.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.

• Possess or be able to obtain valid passport, possible international and domestic travel/assignments may be required.

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in Geophysics, Geology, Geosciences required.

• Masters in Geophysics, Geology, Geosciences preferred.

• Have at least 4 years or more of experience in geophysical data acquisition, data processing, and analysis, and report writing

• Be familiar with geophysical methods such as GPR, EM, electrical resistivity, seismic, etc…

What’s in it for you?

At Fugro, our people are our number one priority and central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver, we prepare for tomorrow, we do what’s right, and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is seeded by our values and fueled by a passion for learning, developing leadership behaviors, transparency, and accountability.

Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences, LinkedIn Learning access, business and technical training, and leadership development programs.

We value the mental, physical, and financial health of our employees and their families and offer a variety of flexible work models. Fugro USA’s comprehensive benefits package also ensures you have choices that fit your needs at any life stage.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**

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