Duncan Geddes, P.G., C.E.G. - Senior Engineering Geologist

Mr. Geddes has over 16 years of professional experience as an engineering geologist in the central and northern California. He has developed a wide range of skills in engineering geology, geotechnical engineering, drainage and surface water control, erosion control, environmental investigations and remediation, and onsite construction observation and testing. Mr. Geddes has conducted and/or participated in the investigation, design, and construction of projects including small residential additions, large housing developments, small and large roadway reconstructions, large multi-story commercial and retail buildings, multi-story academic buildings, hospitals, fire and police stations and scholastic facilities.

He has been responsible for consultation with other design professionals of various disciplines and is adept in negotiations with project owners, contractors, and regulatory agencies to insure the success of the project. His responsibilities have also included on-site construction observation, inspection, testing, and "trouble-shooting".

Mr. Geddes has extensive experience with design and construction issues, testing results, and observations performed at various small and large scale project sites. He has been responsible for the organization, preparation, and presentation of reports, technical memoranda, and graphical (technical drawing and images) documenting ongoing investigations and construction projects.

AREAS OF PROFICIENCY:

• Plans and Specifications Review
• Field and Laboratory Geotechnical Investigations
• Construction Management
• Environmental Water and Soil Sampling
• Erosion and Sediment Control
• Preparation of Geologic, Geotechnical, and Environmental Reports

EDUCATION:

• M.S., Earth Science/Geology, University of California, Santa Cruz, 1992
• B.S., Earth Science/Geology, University of California, Santa Cruz, 1989

REGISTRATIONS:

• California Professional Geologist #6954
• California Certified Engineering Geologist #2176

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Radiation Safety Officer (49 CFR 172, Subpart H - HAZMAT)
• 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training (40 hour)