Job Overview
This role involves leading hydrogeologic and water resource projects, engaging with clients, and mentoring junior staff in a fully remote position supporting projects across the Midwestern and Western United States.
Responsibilities
- Lead hydrogeologic and water resource projects from concept through completion.
- Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
- Negotiate and review contracts in collaboration with the Regional Director.
- Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality and timeliness.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.
- Solve complex technical problems individually and collaboratively.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with public, private, and industrial clients.
- Lead or support the preparation of proposals and scopes of work.
- Identify and pursue strategic business opportunities and new markets.
- Help clients define problems, evaluate options, and implement tailored, data-driven solutions.
- Collaborate with the South-Central team to expand regional presence.
- Provide technical oversight and quality control for deliverables prepared by junior staff.
- Offer coaching and regular feedback to support career development and skill-building.
- Identify and create growth opportunities for team members.
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
- Support onboarding and integration of new hires.
Qualifications
- 12+ years of experience in hydrogeology and/or water resources.
- A Professional Geologist (PG) certification, or a Professional Engineer (PE) or desire/ability to obtain certification in the state(s) worked.
- Bachelor’s degree in geology or hydrogeology (or related field).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with tools such as MODFLOW, Leapfrog Works, AqteSolv, ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, Python, and/or database software.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Experience with groundwater resource evaluations, high-capacity well sitting, wellfield design, and hydrogeologic investigations.
- Existing client relationships and experience in business development preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
