Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, or Earth Sciences; Master's preferred
8+ years as a hydrogeologist or engineer in water resources projects
Proven business development skills with experience in client relationship management and proposal preparation
Strong project management background including budget and schedule oversight
Active Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure in Texas through reciprocity
Technical knowledge of numerical groundwater modeling and Texas groundwater regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse stakeholder interaction
Responsibilities
Apply hydrogeologic expertise and develop conceptual models and groundwater availability assessments
Lead project strategy development and manage technical staff for timely project completion
Cultivate client relationships and act as a trusted advisor in the water resources sector
Drive business development through proposal preparation and opportunity identification
Manage project lifecycle from initiation to completion, ensuring budget and schedule adherence
Review project deliverables for quality assurance and technical accuracy
Mentor junior staff and assist in developing performance goals
Benefits
Positive work/life balance with a unique employee-owned company culture
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental care
Retirement benefits through Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Career advancement and outstanding training opportunities
Incentive compensation including bonuses and profit-sharing contributions
Full Job Description
The Senior Water Resources Hydrogeologist/Engineer position reports to the Practice Area Director and is responsible for business development, project management, and technical oversight of water resources projects with clients in Texas, Colorado, California, and other states where EKI operates from initial project planning through feasibility analyses, design, implementation, and completion. Projects may include aquifer characterization, water budgets and water accounting frameworks, groundwater-flow and constituent transport modeling, water supply planning, production well design, water transfer support, indirect and direct potable reuse planning, litigation support, and more.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:
Apply expertise and act as a technical resource on specific elements of the water resources practice area, including:
Hydrogeologic conceptual models, water balances, numerical model development, and groundwater availability
Water supply assessments and water supply planning studies
Water supply strategies, integrated plans, water transfers, and water conservation programs
Groundwater well design, construction, and testing
Develop project strategies and lead technical staff to support completion of projects on time and within budget
Build, maintain, and grow client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to clients across the water resources sector
Build, maintain and grow relationships in the professional community across technical and business areas of interest
Lead business development efforts, including identification of new opportunities, preparation of proposals and statements of qualifications, and development of scopes of work and fee estimates
Manage projects from initiation through completion, including budget tracking, scheduling, invoicing, and subconsultant coordination
Provide quality assurance/quality control and technical review of project deliverables
Mentor and support junior and mid-level staff in developing technical, project management, and business development skills; may include helping supervise and grow a team in Texas
Assist in developing performance goals for team members
Other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field; Master's degree preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a hydrogeologist or engineer for water resources projects
Demonstrated experience in business development, including client relationship management, proposal preparation, contract execution, and generating repeat business
Demonstrated project management experience, including budget management, scheduling, and responsive client communication
Excellent client management skills with a proven ability to maintain and grow long-term client relationships
Active Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure in Texas through reciprocity
Technical knowledge in numerical groundwater modeling (e.g., MODFLOW), water resources planning, groundwater availability investigations, data management and visualization, ArcGIS, and technical writing
Knowledge of and experience with Texas groundwater regulations, water data sources, groundwater availability models, and regional water planning processes
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and coordinate with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public
Ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and collaborate with various project teams
Demonstrated time management skills, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume workload and frequent short deadlines
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs
Must be able to work while remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others in person, on calls, and in virtual meetings
LOCATION
This position is ideally based in Houston, Texas or Austin, Texas
Candidates based elsewhere in Texas or in other locations may be considered
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for client meetings and site visits up to 25% of the time
Must have a current valid driver's license
As an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career advancement opportunities, outstanding training opportunities, incentive compensation including bonuses, retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions, and group medical, vision, and dental benefits.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. This description may be amended at any time and employee may be assigned other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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EKI Environment & Water, Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with EKI Environment & Water, Inc. reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
