Lead Geologist
WSP in the U.S. · Charlotte, NC · 1 mo ago
HybridFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with headings for sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, no invented details. Remove boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Also remove application instructions.
We need to parse the job description.
Content:
- Opening: "This Opportunity WSP USA is initiating a search for a Lead Geologist for the Greensboro, North Carolina office to be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team. The following locations will also be considered: Durham, NC and Charlotte, NC. This person will plan, direct, and oversee environmental consulting services in support of public and private clientele. This position requires an individual with effective program-level management and communication skills as significant client, agency, public, and team interactions are expected. Our ideal candidate will be a significant contributor both with strategy and delivery on a team providing project and client management services for hydrogeological characterization, environmental assessments, and environmental compliance."
That's about the role.
- "Your Impact" bullet list: Plan, oversee, and mentor environmental scientists and engineers performing technical assignments (both field and office) on environmental projects/programs. Provide technical review/oversight/mentoring of teams to assure compliance with environmental laws, company standards, contract requirements and related specifications. Manage projects technically and administratively. Oversee development and execution of cross-functional teams performing project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations to explain research, findings, recommendations to prevent, control, remedy, or clean-up chemical and environmental concerns related to State and Federal regulations. Plan and direct business development and marketing strategies/activities to capture new clients for WSP USA. Represent WSP USA and interact in a professional manner with clients, regulators, and subcontractors. May travel to project sites primarily in the Southeast. Understand and assure compliance with company, client, and site Health and Safety standards. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
That's responsibilities.
- "Who You Are Required Qualifications:" list: Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geosciences or closely related discipline. 7-10+ years of related experience. Ability to pursue and develop clients in the public or private sectors. Proficient in project management and/or business development experience. Knowledge and experience with Federal and State (NC, SC, VA) environmental regulatory programs. Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. Must pass physical, background check and must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (Motor Vehicle Safety) policy. Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability and willingness to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week. Ability and willingness to travel to project sites primarily in North Carolina and surrounding area.
- "Preferred Qualifications:" list: Master’s degree in Geology, or closely related discipline. Local contacts within the industry. PG or applicable professional certification. 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120). Basic First Aid and Adult CPR.
- "About WSP" paragraph: description of company, benefits: "WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges."
- Then EEO etc which we must remove.
- Also "Are you ready to get started?" etc maybe not needed.
We need to decide sections.
We have:
- About the role: could be the opening paragraph describing role and locations.
- Responsibilities: the "Your Impact" bullet list.
- Requirements: maybe the Required Qualifications list.
- Qualifications: maybe Preferred Qualifications? But we already have Requirements; maybe we can combine Required and Preferred under Qualifications? The instruction says use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to decide which to include based on content.
We have content for:
- About the role: yes.
- Responsibilities: yes.
- Requirements: yes (Required Qualifications).
- Qualifications: maybe Preferred Qualifications could go under Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe we could extract skills from Required Qualifications (e.g., technical writing, office automation, etc.) but we already have them in Requirements. Could create a Skills section summarizing technical and interpersonal skills. But we must not invent or summarize away detail; we can list them as they appear. Could create a Skills section with bullet list of skills mentioned: effective program-level management, communication skills, client development, project management/business development, knowledge of Federal/State environmental regulations, interpersonal and communication skills, self-leadership, attention to detail, multi-tasking, prioritization, works independently, guidance leadership, QA/QC, technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, tools, critical thinking, problem-solving, upholding workplace safety, ability to abide by policies, willingness to work extended schedules, willingness to travel. That's a lot but it's basically repeating Required Qualifications. Might be redundant. Better to keep Requirements and Qualifications sections.
- Benefits: we have benefits info in About WSP paragraph: comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings. Also flexible and agile workplace model. That's specific enough to create Benefits section.
- Pay: not mentioned. So we should NOT include Pay section.
- Schedule: mention "Ability and willingness to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week." That's schedule info. So we can include Schedule section with that sentence.
We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We must not include boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Remove those.
We must not include application instructions like "Are you ready to get started?" maybe not needed but could be considered boilerplate; better to remove.
We must preserve all substantive information; we must not lose any details from Required Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications, Responsibilities, About the role, Benefits, Schedule.
We need to output HTML fragment only, no /, no markdown.
We'll structure:
.
Now Required Qualifications list:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geosciences or closely related discipline.
- 7-10+ years of related experience.
- Ability to pursue and develop clients in the public or private sectors.
- Proficient in project management and/or business development experience.
- Knowledge and experience with Federal and State (NC, SC, VA) environmental regulatory programs.
- Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
- Must pass physical, background check and must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (Motor Vehicle Safety) policy.
- Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability and willingness to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week.
- Ability and willingness to travel to project sites primarily in North Carolina and surrounding area.
Now Preferred Qualifications list:
- Master’s degree in Geology, or closely related discipline.
- Local contacts within the industry.
- PG or applicable professional certification.
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR.
Now Benefits paragraph: "WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges."
We could keep as one
for sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, no invented details. Remove boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Also remove application instructions.
We need to parse the job description.
Content:
- Opening: "This Opportunity WSP USA is initiating a search for a Lead Geologist for the Greensboro, North Carolina office to be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team. The following locations will also be considered: Durham, NC and Charlotte, NC. This person will plan, direct, and oversee environmental consulting services in support of public and private clientele. This position requires an individual with effective program-level management and communication skills as significant client, agency, public, and team interactions are expected. Our ideal candidate will be a significant contributor both with strategy and delivery on a team providing project and client management services for hydrogeological characterization, environmental assessments, and environmental compliance."
That's about the role.
- "Your Impact" bullet list: Plan, oversee, and mentor environmental scientists and engineers performing technical assignments (both field and office) on environmental projects/programs. Provide technical review/oversight/mentoring of teams to assure compliance with environmental laws, company standards, contract requirements and related specifications. Manage projects technically and administratively. Oversee development and execution of cross-functional teams performing project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations to explain research, findings, recommendations to prevent, control, remedy, or clean-up chemical and environmental concerns related to State and Federal regulations. Plan and direct business development and marketing strategies/activities to capture new clients for WSP USA. Represent WSP USA and interact in a professional manner with clients, regulators, and subcontractors. May travel to project sites primarily in the Southeast. Understand and assure compliance with company, client, and site Health and Safety standards. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
That's responsibilities.
- "Who You Are Required Qualifications:" list: Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geosciences or closely related discipline. 7-10+ years of related experience. Ability to pursue and develop clients in the public or private sectors. Proficient in project management and/or business development experience. Knowledge and experience with Federal and State (NC, SC, VA) environmental regulatory programs. Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. Must pass physical, background check and must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (Motor Vehicle Safety) policy. Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability and willingness to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week. Ability and willingness to travel to project sites primarily in North Carolina and surrounding area.
- "Preferred Qualifications:" list: Master’s degree in Geology, or closely related discipline. Local contacts within the industry. PG or applicable professional certification. 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120). Basic First Aid and Adult CPR.
- "About WSP" paragraph: description of company, benefits: "WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges."
- Then EEO etc which we must remove.
- Also "Are you ready to get started?" etc maybe not needed.
We need to decide sections.
We have:
- About the role: could be the opening paragraph describing role and locations.
- Responsibilities: the "Your Impact" bullet list.
- Requirements: maybe the Required Qualifications list.
- Qualifications: maybe Preferred Qualifications? But we already have Requirements; maybe we can combine Required and Preferred under Qualifications? The instruction says use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to decide which to include based on content.
We have content for:
- About the role: yes.
- Responsibilities: yes.
- Requirements: yes (Required Qualifications).
- Qualifications: maybe Preferred Qualifications could go under Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe we could extract skills from Required Qualifications (e.g., technical writing, office automation, etc.) but we already have them in Requirements. Could create a Skills section summarizing technical and interpersonal skills. But we must not invent or summarize away detail; we can list them as they appear. Could create a Skills section with bullet list of skills mentioned: effective program-level management, communication skills, client development, project management/business development, knowledge of Federal/State environmental regulations, interpersonal and communication skills, self-leadership, attention to detail, multi-tasking, prioritization, works independently, guidance leadership, QA/QC, technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, tools, critical thinking, problem-solving, upholding workplace safety, ability to abide by policies, willingness to work extended schedules, willingness to travel. That's a lot but it's basically repeating Required Qualifications. Might be redundant. Better to keep Requirements and Qualifications sections.
- Benefits: we have benefits info in About WSP paragraph: comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings. Also flexible and agile workplace model. That's specific enough to create Benefits section.
- Pay: not mentioned. So we should NOT include Pay section.
- Schedule: mention "Ability and willingness to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week." That's schedule info. So we can include Schedule section with that sentence.
We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We must not include boilerplate like EEO, legal, etc. Remove those.
We must not include application instructions like "Are you ready to get started?" maybe not needed but could be considered boilerplate; better to remove.
We must preserve all substantive information; we must not lose any details from Required Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications, Responsibilities, About the role, Benefits, Schedule.
We need to output HTML fragment only, no /, no markdown.
We'll structure:
About the role
... (combined opening paragraph)
Responsibilities
- ... each bullet from Your Impact
Requirements
- ... each Required Qualification bullet
Qualifications
- ... each Preferred Qualification bullet
Benefits
... benefits paragraph
Schedule
... schedule sentence
Check that we didn't miss any substantive info: The opening also mentions locations: Greensboro, NC office; also Durham, NC and Charlotte, NC considered. Include that. Also mention "This person will plan, direct, and oversee environmental consulting services in support of public and private clientele." etc. Also mention "This position requires an individual with effective program-level management and communication skills as significant client, agency, public, and team interactions are expected." That's part of About the role. Also mention "Our ideal candidate will be a significant contributor both with strategy and delivery on a team providing project and client management services for hydrogeological characterization, environmental assessments, and environmental compliance." Include. Now responsibilities list: need to capture each bullet. Let's extract responsibilities bullets exactly as in text: - Plan, oversee, and mentor environmental scientists and engineers performing technical assignments (both field and office) on environmental projects/programs. - Provide technical review/oversight/mentoring of teams to assure compliance with environmental laws, company standards, contract requirements and related specifications. - Manage projects technically and administratively. - Oversee development and execution of cross-functional teams performing project scopes, schedules, and budgets. - Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations to explain research, findings, recommendations to prevent, control, remedy, or clean-up chemical and environmental concerns related to State and Federal regulations. - Plan and direct business development and marketing strategies/activities to capture new clients for WSP USA. - Represent WSP USA and interact in a professional manner with clients, regulators, and subcontractors. - May travel to project sites primarily in the Southeast. - Understand and assure compliance with company, client, and site Health and Safety standards. - Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Make sure each is aor split but one is fine. Now Schedule sentence: "Ability and willingness to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week." Also maybe also mention travel? But schedule is