Senior Hydrogeologist / Project Manager - ( 230004LI )

Description

At Stantec, we approach every water resource project we undertake—whether at the local, regional, or international level— thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address their communities’ unique needs throughout the project lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with technical excellence, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We’re a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that’s critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to support our expanding business in the Environmental Services and Water Business Lines.

• Location is flexible within the VA, MD, or NC area

This position will support groundwater source development and permitting, groundwater flow and transport modeling, field investigations, GIS analysis, and report writing. This position interacts with both internal and external clients in field and office settings. The position requires some travel, potentially to remote field sites within the United States.

Your Key Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for analyzing and communicating hydrologic and geologic data to provide insight into critical groundwater flow and contaminant transport processes as they relate to mine water management.

The key responsibilities for this position include:

• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company and client guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.

• Develop conceptual, analytical, and numerical groundwater flow and contaminant transport models

• Develop new well designs for groundwater monitoring and groundwater production

• Perform field investigations in support of hydrogeology studies including drilling, well construction, and testing oversight; groundwater sampling; and water level monitoring

• Interpret aquifer tests, characterize aquifers based on maps and other spatial data, and perform spatial analysis using GIS tools

• Prepare technical reports documenting field investigations and analytical results.

• Prepare and deliver presentations of hydrogeologic investigations to internal and external clients.

• Assist project managers with developing project budgets, determining project scope, and establishing project schedules

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

The core competencies for this position include:

• Excellent communication skills: verbal, business writing, electronic communications and presentations.

• Ability to work under little supervision and work well with others to achieve group results.

• Water supply planning and water use permitting.

• Groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling.

• Ability to mentor junior staff and provide input to improve hydrogeologic interpretations or client deliverables.

• Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis.

• Must be able to manage time, be organized, and set priorities.

• Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions.

• Positive attitude and a desire for continuous learning.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geochemistry or related field is required.

• Experience and/or course work completed in groundwater modeling is required, experience with MODFLOW software is preferred.

• Expertise in GIS is required.

• Ability to work independently in the field at remote sites.

• 10 years of working experience in consulting or regulatory environment, regularly using and analyzing hydrogeologic data.

• PG or PE preferred, or ability to work towards a professional registration

• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication are required (record of publications, project reports, and/or public presentations will be requested).

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Virginia-Ashland

Other Locations : United States-Virginia, United States-Maryland, United States-North Carolina, United States-District Of Columbia-Washington

Organization : BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 25, 2024, 9:20:31 PM

Req ID: 230004LI

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