Established in 1959, SCST, LLC, an Atlas Company, has a long legacy of building strong relationships through a commitment to quality services and engineering excellence. Serving both the public and private sectors, our firm provides professional expertise in the areas of environmental science & engineering, geotechnical engineering, construction integration & technology, geophysics, special inspection & materials testing, and facilities consulting.
About Us
Key Personnel
The SCST team includes skilled geotechnical engineers, civil and environmental engineers, environmental scientists, engineering geologists, multi-credentialed inspectors and technicians, and the appropriate management systems and support personnel committed to providing our clients with high quality and tailored services.
State registrations include the following:
- Professional Geologist (PG)
- Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG)
- Engineer in Training (EIT)
- Geotechnical Engineer (GE)
- Professional Engineer (PE)
Over seventy percent of SCST's professional staff are licensed and/or registered by state and regulatory agencies. This high percentage of registered personnel reflects the significant expertise available to our clients.
John Kirschbaum, PE
President, COO
Emil Rudolph, PE, GE
Vice President of Engineering and Construction Services
Royce Parker
Senior Vice President of Client Services
Rik Lantz, PG, LEED-AP
Director of Environmental Services
JD Campbell, PhD, PE
Senior Engineer, Senior Project Manager
Dean F. Geers
Senior Environmental Scientist, Senior Project Manager
Scott J. Brockway, PG
Senior Geologist, Senior Project Manager
Ron Baudour
Director of Field Services, Senior Project Manager
William Earle, PE
Senior Engineer, Senior Project Manager
Clint Adkins
Director of Laboratory Services
Mandy Serrano
Director of Marketing
Laura Watts
Director of Project Controls
Karin Foster
Human Resources Manager
Testimonials
SCST has been an asset as an owner's representative in complex projects as well as last minute requests due to the uncertainty of construction projects. They have been a team that you can count on.
Scott Fisher
Municipal Projects Manager
City of Carlsbad
During a challenging period when Mother Nature was working against us, SCST worked diligently with the team to help ensure the project was completed on time and that a good product was provided to the City of Chula Vista and the County of San Diego.
Wade Durant, P.E.
Senior Bridge Engineer
T.Y.LIN INTERNATIONAL
Always been impressed by SCST resourcefulness, strong grasp of complex and time-sensitive issues, and high caliber capacity. Proactive genius in resolution of such matters and attention to detail with efficiency render SCST a true value to everyone that has the opportunity of working with this high caliber agency.
Andrew Atkinson
Quality Assurance & Control Manager
Swinerton Builders
SCST constantly exceeds the expectations of CCQA, Inc., when staffing and testing materials on our diverse and complex healthcare projects. SCST has been available to work at a moment’s notice or odd hours to accommodate the contractor.
Daniel M. Stone, IOR
California Construction Quality Assurance, Inc.
Charity
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Careers
Looking for an opportunity to build a career at a fast-growing reputable firm, where hard work is rewarded and fun is encouraged? SCST, an Atlas Company, is continually looking for talented and skilled professionals to join our team.
Staff Geophysicist (Arizona)
If you are interested in a full-time or part-time Staff Field Geophysicist position in Gilbert, Arizona, please read on!
What You Will Be Doing
Southwest Geophysics, LLC (subsidiary of SCST, LLC, an Atlas Company) is a successful local geophysical consulting firm which has been providing advanced methods for public and private engineering, construction, and environmental projects since 2004. As a member of our team, you will embody our client-focused philosophy and our commitment to delivering a high-quality service.
As a Staff Field Geophysicist, you will be supporting a variety of projects by collecting and processing field data, creating maps and figures, and preparing field reports for geophysical evaluations that include: Rippability and Depth to Bedrock Studies, Fault and Fracture Mapping, Vibration Monitoring, Groundwater Studies, Site Characterization, Archeology Studies, Utility Mapping, UXO Detection, Concrete and Pavement Condition Surveys, Void or Sinkhole Detection, UST Detection Studies, Mapping Leachate Plumes, Locating Buried Drums, Landfill Delineation, Corrosion Studies, Rebar Detection, and Concrete Integrity assessments.
What You Need for this Position
- Bachelors of Science in Geophysics, Geology, Environmental Studies or related field (applicants near the completion of their degree will also be considered).
- Other considerations:
- Ability to spend long hours in the field in various terrain and weather conditions.
- Willingness to travel for extended periods of time for projects throughout Southern California, Northern California, Arizona & Nevada.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong independent work ethic and decision-making skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Proficient using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with AutoCAD, Surfer, Adobe, SeisOpt a plus.
- Professional license, OSHA & MSHA training a plus.
What's in it For You
- Highly-competitive salary.
- Medical, Dental, Vision (Full-Time Benefit only).
- 401k match (Full-Time Benefit only).
- Vacation/PTO (Full-Time Benefit only).
- Ability to travel and work outdoors.
- Chance to be part of local environmental, engineering, and construction projects.
- EOE
Submit application via our online portal at https://scst.isolvedhire.com/jobs/73031.html
Project Geologist - Cercla/Brac Project Manager (San Diego)
SCST, LLC, an Atlas Company, has an immediate need for an Environmental Engineering Support II who work on-site at the customer facility Near Point Loma in San Diego, CA. The Environmental Engineering Support II will perform environmental, technical and program support for the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Program Management Office. Primary duties include providing environmental and technical assistance to support the BRAC Lead Remedial Project Manager with project oversight, including data collection, regular interface, cost estimate development, preparation of statements of work, and drafting correspondence according to established milestones with review for quality and progress assuring schedules, cost estimates, and strategies are accurate and executable.
Minimum Basic Requirements for Skills, Experience, Education, and Credentials
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Environmental Science, Geology, or Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience.
- Must have a knowledge of the laws, regulations, standards applicable to the specialty, such as but not limited to: federal and state environmental regulations relevant to the environmental remediation of CERCLA hazardous substances, munitions, radiological, lead based paint, asbestos, and petroleum. This includes but not limited to CERCLA, Superfund Amendments Reauthorization Act (SARA), RCRA, state hazardous waste laws and regulations, Clean Air Act, and Clean Water Act.
- Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Records Background Investigation.
- Must be willing to travel 20% of the time, on average.
- Must have strong communication skills in the English language, both written and oral.
- Must hold a current. U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification and refresher.
- Must have the ability to perform regular and recurring field inspections, investigations, or surveys in which there is a considerable amount of walking, stooping, bending, and climbing.
- Must have the ability to perform work in an office setting, with occasional visits to construction sites. Work involves moderate risk of discomforts that require adherence to safety precautions.
- The Environmental Remediation Project Manager must have experience in a broad base engineering disciplines, including specialties in various media such as soil, sediment, and groundwater remediation, solid waste, storm water, wastewater, potable water, air emissions, lead-based paint, pesticides, and asbestos.
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to: walk, sit, used hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, talk or hear.
- May be required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasional site visits in a noisy environment may be typically required.
Competitive salary, 401K, benefits and the ability to grow. EOE. Submit application via our online portal at https://scst.isolvedhire.com/jobs/71960.html
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Soils Technician/LA Grading Inspector
If you are a Soils Technician with construction experience, seeking an opportunity to be fully engaged in all facets of the construction profession, please read on!
What You Will Be Doing
At SCST, our Soils Technicians earns and maintains client satisfaction by ensuring construction jobs are done right. Our Inspectors do field observation and testing of mass grading, underground utilities installation and backfill, asphalt/concrete placement and testing. Therefore, successful candidates must also have a passion getting in the dirt and judging its behavior!
OTHER Functions
- Observation of every aspect of grading and backfill operations, including density testing of fill.
- Verification and plotting of all removals, keyways, buttresses, erosion control and fill placement.
- Use of geo-synthetic materials and drainage systems.
- Preparing written reports.
- Reviewing field dailies for conformance with project and company standards and respond to reports of nonconformance.
What You Need for this Position
Certifications in:
- LA Deputy Grading Inspector Certification required (1 year)
- ACI Grade I
- CPN Radiation Safety and use of Nuclear Soil Gauges
Physical Requirements
- Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves and hard hats.
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Repeat the same movements over and over.
- Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
- React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
- Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, twist or crawl.
- Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
- Ability to adapt to very warm and very cool outdoor weather conditions.
Benefits
- Competitive Salaries
- 2-week vacation per year
- Educational and/or certification reimbursement with approval
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- Nine paid holidays a year
- Six paid sick days per year
- Life Insurance/Long Term Disability and ADD
- Optional Cafeteria Plan and Dependent care
- Aflac Optional plans available
- 401(k) Plan Employer match 50% of first 4% saved
- Life Insurance
Competitive salary, 401K, benefits and the ability to grow. EOE. Submit application via our online portal at https://scst.isolvedhire.com/jobs/70234.html