Hydrogeologist

Stantec•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Stantec is seeking a Hydrogeologist to support its expanding business in Florida and throughout the Gulf Region, as well as the Water Resources Business Line. The position is based in Stantec’s West Palm Beach office and reports to a Hydrogeologist Team Leader. The Hydrogeologist designs, supports, and executes hydrogeological investigations for dewatering, water supply, and aquifer recharge studies for water supply clients, and leads large-capacity production well design and construction projects. The role involves work in both field and office settings and travel to sites, primarily in central Florida. The successful candidate will bring experience with groundwater production well drilling, familiarity with deep injection well construction, groundwater flow modeling, field investigations, aquifer performance testing, project management, and technical report writing. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Stantec describes its Water business as working across the hydrologic cycle to deliver sustainable solutions that help communities improve, reuse, and protect water for future generations.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geochemistry, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
Experience and/or coursework in geology, hydrogeology, production well design and construction, and aquifer test analysis.
At least 5 years of work experience in consulting, mining, or a similar field involving regular use and analysis of hydrogeologic data.
Existing professional registration in Florida or the ability to work toward professional registration (PG).
Experience with drilling groundwater production wells; familiarity with deep injection well construction; and ability to oversee and support groundwater flow modeling, field investigations, aquifer performance tests, project management, and technical report writing.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, including verbal communication, business writing, electronic communications, and presentations.
A good driving record and valid driver’s license.
Ability to work independently and supervise field work at remote sites.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geochemistry, or a related field.
Record of publications, project reports, and/or public presentations.
Existing professional registration in Florida.

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and comply with company and client guidelines and policies when planning and executing work.
Develop designs for groundwater monitoring and production wells.
Design hydrogeology study field investigations, including drilling, well construction and testing oversight, groundwater sampling, and water-level monitoring.
Prepare technical reports documenting field investigations and analytical results.
Prepare and deliver presentations on hydrogeologic investigations to internal and external clients.
Mentor junior staff and provide input to improve hydrogeologic interpretations and client deliverables.
Assist project managers with project budgets, scope, and schedules.
Work independently and provide field supervision at remote sites.
Lead large-capacity production well design and construction projects.
Support hydrogeological investigations for dewatering, water supply, and aquifer recharge studies.