Hydrogeologist Lead

SCS Engineers•Bellevue, WA

7d•$100,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SCS is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to plan and execute hydrogeology projects for its Pacific Northwest Business Unit. The role may be based in Boise, Portland, or Bellevue, Washington, and uses a hybrid work model combining office collaboration with remote work. The position involves leading complex or specialized scientific work, managing projects and client relationships, and guiding and mentoring junior staff. The successful candidate will support climate and environmental work at SCS, including projects related to methane emissions, contaminated properties, alternative energy, and carbon sequestration. SCS is a 100% employee-owned firm that offers opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Chemistry, or a related science major with hydrogeology coursework.
At least 10 years of relevant experience.
Valid driver's license and a driving record in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Master's or PhD degree.
Experience with statistical analysis and related groundwater statistical analysis software.
Experience in landfill and/or coal combustion residuals (CCR) projects.
Professional registration (P.G., R.G., or LHG).

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and execute scientific projects and tasks involving unique or complex problems or specialty areas, including researching subject areas, defining scope, selecting investigative approaches, developing concepts or solutions, and guiding and reviewing work.
Communicate with clients by email, telephone, and in-person meetings as a Project Manager, Client Manager, or Technical Manager, or under another Project Manager's direction.
Deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
Write and prepare technical reports and perform quality control reviews of work products, including reports, design plans, calculations, data tables, and HASPs.
Delegate project deliverables to junior staff and coordinate and manage field work performed by others.
Lead permitting and regulatory agency coordination efforts.
Solicit client feedback, suggest changes to support client satisfaction, anticipate potential issues, and develop solutions.
Lead, mentor, delegate to, and manage junior staff to support their knowledge and career development.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties or vendors for project execution, ensuring resource availability and allocation.
Develop relationships with technical experts throughout the company.
Develop proposals by working with clients to understand their goals, technical needs, and requirements.
Attend conferences, present on technical topics, and participate in professional associations and committees as appropriate.
Participate in client prospecting and the development of client plans and key opportunity plans.
Review and understand SOPs, standards, and templates; suggest improvements and work with junior staff to implement them as appropriate.
Help develop new SOPs, standards, and templates.