Senior Hydrogeologist

Description

• Prepare proposals, develop work plans, schedules, and budgets and management of projects/tasks
• Develop preliminary conceptual hydrogeological models to support field program design
• Design and oversee implementation of hydrogeology field investigations including drilling and logging of overburden and bedrock core, sampling of soil, groundwater and bedrock
• Support development of numerical groundwater models to support dewatering requirements and environmental impact assessments
• Collaborate with Stantec hydrogeologists across North America
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to design and execute baseline studies, feasibility studies, and other hydrogeological investigations to support client objectives.
• Participate in Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work
• Design and oversee single well and multiwell aquifer test programs
• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company and client guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner
• Provide technical leadership for the hydrogeological components of diverse and complex projects across the globe
• Maintain a disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
• Design and oversee installation of monitoring wells, supply wells, dewatering wells, and vibrating wire piezometers
• Prepare technical reports and client presentations summarizing project work, findings and recommendations
• Provide mentorship, technical guidance and technical review to our junior and intermediate hydrogeologists

Requirements

• Travel as required to various field sites with overnight travel sometimes required (valid driver’s license is required)
• Overall wellrounded experience in hydrogeology, particularly with mining and water resource development
• Possess proficient skills in communication and technical information exchange with clients, engineers and scientists, government regulators and agencies, and academia, as well as nontechnical communication to the public
• Minimum undergraduate degree directly related to hydrogeology (Geology, Geological, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering)
• Proficiency in using GIS tools
• Possess good knowledge of water and groundwater related regulations and permitting processes
• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication are required (record of publications, project reports, and/or public presentations will be requested)
• Demonstrate sound understanding and application of established practices, standards, and guidelines from state and federal agencies and other professional bodies
• Strong business development, client management, communication, and financial management skills are essential
• Excellent communication skills: verbal, technical writing, electronic communications and presentations
• Proficiency with numerical groundwater modeling software is considered an asset
• Proficiency in interpreting aquifer test results
• Team player able to work cooperatively and effectively to develop solutions to unique problems that often involve multiple technical disciplines
• A minimum of 10 years of related hydrogeological experience
• Existing professional registration or ability to work towards a professional registration (PG or PE)
• A graduate degree related to hydrogeology is considered a strong asset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and mentor junior and intermediate staff
• Possess strong problemsolving skills and ability to make timely decisions
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, changing priorities and deliver on time and within budget

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance