Senior Hydrogeologist, Groundwater Modeler

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Chicago, IL

8d•$123,235 - $199,555•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec is seeking a highly experienced groundwater modeler for its Chicago, Illinois office or other Midwest-based offices. A hybrid schedule may be available at the Company’s discretion. The role contributes to projects involving contaminated site assessment and remediation, groundwater management and water supply, litigation support, and contaminant fate and transport. Geosyntec is an international engineering and consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients on environmental, natural resource, and civil infrastructure challenges. The position combines technical hydrogeology and modeling with project management, client service, business development, and litigation support. The employee will also travel to client facilities and project locations as needed. The posted base salary range for Chicago, Illinois, is $123,235 to $199,555 per year. The role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, subject to the company’s eligibility terms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences.
At least 8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience developing and analyzing aquifer pumping tests.
Demonstrated proficiency in contaminant remediation and quantitative hydrogeology.
Demonstrated success in developing and managing clients.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, manage multiple project assignments, meet strict deadlines, and travel to client facilities as needed.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences.
Professional registration, such as P.E. or P.G.
10 or more years of related experience.
Experience using high-resolution investigation methods, including laser-induced fluorescence (LIF), membrane interface probes (MIP), and hydraulic profiling tools (HPT).
Experience with visualization tools such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or EVS, and/or groundwater flow tools such as Modflow or MT3D.

Responsibilities

Design and oversee hydrogeologic investigations and prepare conceptual site models.
Provide technical hydrogeological support for projects involving groundwater supply development, construction dewatering, and contaminated sites.
Characterize aquifers using methods including aquifer pumping tests, down-hole geophysics, and high-resolution hydraulic profiling.
Lead analysis and visualization of site investigation data, including preparation of tables, maps, and figures using industry-standard and emerging applications.
Support fate and transport modeling, natural attenuation evaluations, and risk assessment.
Perform task and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects and managing budgets, schedules, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Serve as a testifying expert on litigation matters involving hydrogeologic assessment and contaminant fate and transport.
Prepare, review, and certify technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
Lead meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
Lead proposal efforts and other business development activities.
Coordinate contractor oversight for assessment and remediation projects.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites and other business locations as needed.