Consultant to Senior Consultant Hydrogeologist

Integral Consulting•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a mid- to senior-level scientist for our Investigation and Remediation business area. The position will support multiple clients and projects, with the common theme of supporting site characterization and remedial investigation activities under federal and state-led regulatory programs. The day-to-day work will vary and may involve project and task management, hydrogeologic and chemical data analysis, field coordination, groundwater modeling, and writing. Career growth at Integral offers future opportunities to manage tasks and projects, communicate with clients, and present and/or publish your work through science conferences and peer-reviewed journals. Most assignments will require teamwork, though a few will be entirely your responsibility. This position may offer in-office, remote, or hybrid opportunities based on the candidate’s location and the needs of the organization.

Requirements

Candidates should hold a doctorate, master of science degree, or equivalent in hydrogeology, geology, or related technical field.
Experience with leading and completing field investigations and contractor oversight
8+ years of professional experience
Professional Geologist license for the State of Oregon
Experience working with state and federal environmental agencies
Experience in project management
Experience using and applying a variety of analysis and/or modeling tools (e.g. GIS, Leapfrog, EVS, or other similar software tools)
Experience with quantitative groundwater modeling (e.g., Groundwater Vistas, GMS)
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and apply sound technical judgment to complex environmental challenges
Hydrogeologic field testing
Strong organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and successfully within multidisciplinary and diverse teams of scientists and engineers
Excellent written and oral communication skills
A desire to grow both intellectually and professionally

Nice To Haves

You are an experienced hydrogeologist with practical experience working on environmental investigation and remediation projects.
Collaborating with colleagues who have diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently.
You effectively manage tasks and projects, overseeing and delegating technical tasks, producing high quality deliverables, and exceeding internal and external client expectations.
You are highly detail-oriented, organized, and timely.
You have broad experience communicating key concepts orally and in written form to a lay audience, regulators, attorneys, and clients.
You are looking for opportunities to grow in your technical area and in the firm as a whole.
A lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally.
You know how to exceed clients’ expectations.
People thrive under your coaching.
Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles.

Responsibilities

Working safely and actively participating in our safe work culture.
Designing/supporting site and remedial investigation activities under federal and state lead regulatory programs (initially with an Oregon focus) through proposal and work plan preparation.
Leading field investigation efforts by providing in-office or in-field support as appropriate based on project and program complexity.
Developing and refining conceptual site models and contaminant fate and transport simulations by analyzing, evaluating, and combining geologic, hydrogeologic, chemical, and other data and information.
Supporting the development and refinement of remedial alternatives and remedial design by providing analysis and interpretation of existing and hypothetical future geologic/hydrogeologic conditions as part of multidisciplinary teams.
Conducting project and task management.
Managing subcontractors and performing basic contract management (preparing work orders).
Communicating technical information to varied audiences (e.g., clients, staff).
Providing a high quality and consistent work product including technical reports/documents for submittal to internal and external clients/regulators.
Leading and mentoring staff.