The Senior Hydrogeologist is responsible for building a department focused on the assessment, modeling, and management of groundwater and surface water systems. This role requires technical proficiency in environmental data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support water resource projects and regulatory compliance along with strong business acumen. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong background in contaminant fate and transport, hydrogeologic investigations, project management, client development, and staff mentoring.
Responsibilities:
- Understand, protect and promote our empathetic, people-focused culture in all aspects of the business.
- Understand and implement complex technical requirements for client projects to meet client satisfaction and ensure projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule and budget
- Understand the local and national market for Water practice services and develop new and nurture existing client relationships.
- Conduct hydrogeologic and environmental data collection, including field sampling, monitoring, and analysis.
- Perform groundwater and surface water modeling to evaluate resource availability, flow dynamics, and contaminant transport.
- Interpret hydrostratigraphic data and correlate geological units for project feasibility and design.
- Design, test, and rehabilitate production wells and underground injection wells, including UIC well design and mechanical integrity testing.
- Prepare technical specifications, permit applications, renewals, annual reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Lead aquifer performance and land application load tests and analyze hydraulic data from monitoring networks and cellular telemetry systems.
- Evaluate groundwater supply options, conduct wellfield assessments, and participate in ASR (Aquifer Storage and Recovery) projects.
- Prepare and present proposals and marketing plans for business development purposes
- Maintain a high external profile through membership/attendance in industry organizations and continually growing a contact base
Technical Expertise
- Groundwater and surface water modeling using MODFLOW-2005, MODFLOW-USG, MODPATH, SEAWAT, Groundwater Vistas, Flood Modeler, and Surfer.
- Parameter estimation and model calibration with PEST, beoPEST, and PESTHP.
- Contaminant fate and transport analysis, including assessment of environmental risks and remediation strategies.
- Hydrostratigraphic correlation and feasibility studies for water resource projects and underground injection.
GIS and 3D Modeling Proficiency
- Geostatistical analysis and spatial data management using ArcGIS and other GIS platforms.
- 3D hydrogeologic modeling with ArcScene and Seequent Leapfrog to visualize subsurface conditions and inform project decisions.
Field Testing and Monitoring
- Conduct aquifer performance and land application load tests to assess hydraulic properties and contaminant transport.
- Monitor groundwater systems using cellular telemetry for real-time data collection and analysis.
- Oversee well construction, rehabilitation, and testing to ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards.
Regulatory and Reporting
- Prepare and submit permit applications, renewals, and annual reports to regulatory agencies.
- Develop technical specifications for well construction, monitoring programs, and remediation projects.
- Perform mechanical integrity tests and ensure ongoing compliance with permit requirements.
Qualifications and Skills
- Servant leadership approach to the business - leading by example
- Empathy and understanding while maintaining technical and client service excellence
- A team builder, encourager and willing mentor
- Proven ability to build strong partnerships and relationships both internally and externally
- Demonstrated experience in marketing/business development as it relates to new client acquisition.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field.
- Experience with groundwater modeling software and GIS platforms.
- Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
- Ability to interpret complex hydrogeologic data and present findings clearly.
- Relevant certifications and professional licenses preferred.
Salary Range:Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications of the candidate as it relates to the position description
Benefits:- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
