Geotechnical Engineer

Geosyntec and partners honored with NGWA Groundwater Awareness Project Award. Geosyntec practitioners received the National Ground Water Association (NGWA) Groundwater Awareness Project Award for their contributions to California's statewide sampling program to monitor per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in public water systems in economically disadvantaged communities. The project was led by Wendy Linck and Dan Newton of the California State Water Resources Control Board in collaboration with Brian Currier of the Office of Water Programs at Sacramento State, Babcock Laboratories, Inc., and Geosyntec. Geosyntec led the planning and collection of PFAS samples throughout the state. Its team included more than 50 Geosyntec employees from 17 offices and was supported by leadership from Elisabeth Hawley, PE, and Rula Deeb, PhD, BCEEM, PMP. The project team will be recognized at Groundwater Week 2026 in December. This multi-year grant-funded project increased awareness of PFAS in groundwater statewide and improved protection for public water supplies in disadvantaged communities, demonstrating how strong partnerships can effectively address emerging technologies and public health concerns. The project provides a blueprint for water systems to protect water quality and meet evolving PFAS regulations. About Geosyntec's involvement with the California statewide PFAS sampling program. To support California's statewide PFAS sampling program, Geosyntec sampled untreated groundwater supply wells on behalf of water systems over the course of two years. During this time, Geosyntec field staff coordinated with public water systems to sample approximately 150 wells per month. Sample status and schedules were tracked using a Geographic Information System (GIS)-based map and database. For water systems that wished to conduct their own sampling, Geosyntec developed training resources, including an online training video and step-by-step instructions. In addition, Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. packed and delivered sampling kits and supplies with easy-to-follow instructions to maintain sample quality and streamline sample packing and shipping. About the Geosyntec team leaders. Elisabeth is a Principal Engineer based in California with 19 years of experience advancing projects involving site characterization, fate and transport, remediation and site closure, and litigation support. She often focuses on emerging contaminants, including PFAS, 1,4-dioxane, 1,2,3-trichloropropane, and N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). Rula is a Senior Principal based in California with more than 25 years of experience addressing the cross-media fate and transport of contaminants and the remediation of complex soil and groundwater sites impacted by nonaqueous-phase liquids and emerging contaminants like PFAS. Rula is Geosyntec's Vice President of Practice Development. About the NGWA and the Groundwater Awareness Award. The NGWA Groundwater Awareness Award recognizes outstanding and innovative groundwater public awareness and public relations programs, projects, and campaigns that resulted in recent, significant, positive change. The NGWA advocates for the responsible development, management, and use of water, offering education and outreach, advocacy, cooperation and information exchange, and enhancement of professional practices.

Geosyntec earns 2026 Outstanding Geotechnical Engineering Project Award. Geosyntec was honored with the Outstanding Geotechnical Engineering Project Award by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Orange County Branch for its work as prime geotechnical consultant on behalf of Orange County Waste & Recycling at the Prima Deshecha Landfill. Members of the Geosyntec team, along with representatives of Orange County Waste & Recycling, received the award at a dinner on May 6, 2026, in Fullerton, California. The project, a composite liner groundwater protection system for Zone 4 Phase A of the landfill, is one of the largest capital improvement projects in California's Orange County and is anticipated to result in approximately 10 million cubic yards of landfill space. In support of this project, Geosyntec's Yonas Zemuy, PE; Goodwin Wharton, PG; Sneha Upadhyaya, PhD, PE led its team with support from Alex Greene, PG, CEG; and David Ayres, PG, CEG in work to stabilize a deep landslide in a geologically complex, fault-controlled area. To do this, Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. employed an innovative staged slot excavation and seismic-resilient design. Integrating advanced slope analysis, adaptive construction sequencing, and groundwater control, its work helps protect critical landfill infrastructure and sets a benchmark for large-scale geotechnical stabilization projects. About the Geosyntec lead practitioners. Yonas is a Senior Principal Engineer based in California with more than 20 years of experience focused on geoenvironmental and civil infrastructure projects. His work often addresses landfill design, expansion, and closure, including geosynthetic liners, construction and regulatory support, and project management. Goodwin is a Senior Geologist based in California with more than 10 years of experience focused on geologic site characterizations, solid waste facility design, permitting, environmental compliance and engineering support, environmental investigations, and dam safety evaluations. Sneha is a Project Engineer based in California who leads geotechnical field investigations; performs advanced engineering analyses for foundations, earth retention, slopes, pavements, and seismic hazards; and prepares design documents, work plans, and geotechnical reports. Alex is a Senior Principal Engineering Geologist based in California with more than 30 years of experience focused on engineering geology, geotechnical engineering, and water resources management. He specializes in geologic hazard assessment and subsurface characterization. David is a Geologist based in California with more than 10 years of experience focused on geotechnical engineering calculations and recommendations, fault and geologic hazard assessment, geologic mapping and field reconnaissance, subsurface characterization, staff and subcontractor oversight, and project management. About ASCE Orange County Branch. The ASCE Orange County Branch serves civil engineering professionals and students in Orange County, California. It supports the profession through technical programs, awards, networking opportunities, and community engagement.

CINCINNATI, May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A2RGC, JV, an established Mentor-Protégé Agreement and Joint Venture (JV) between ARS Aleut Remediation, LLC (Aleut) and Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. (Geosyntec), proudly announces its successful bid for a small business set-aside contract awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM). This contract will oversee Nationwide Deactivation, Decommissioning, and Removal (DD&R) services for DOE EM sites, the National Nuclear Security Administration, Office of Naval Reactors, and the Office of Science.A2RGC, JV stands among a select group of 14 small businesses chosen to execute this critical mission across various locations throughout the United States. This achievement underscores the dedication of A2RGC, JV to delivering high-quality services in support of environmental stewardship and national security. The Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) has a total contract value of $2 billion.For over three decades, DOE EM has maintained a steadfast commitment to addressing the environmental legacy of nuclear weapons development and nuclear energy research