Senior Hydrogeologist
About The Position
We are seeking a full-time Senior Hydrogeologist to assist with our municipal solid waste (MSW) and coal combustion residuals (CCR) projects. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to apply geologic and hydrogeologic knowledge and experience in an environmental consulting setting. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to our strategic direction, help us pursue our growth goals, and provide our customers with responsive, high quality customer service. The role can fit your preference whether you are interested in managing clients and performing business development or if you are just looking to provide technical expertise and help develop talent. If you are seeking a leadership role in a growth-oriented environmental engineering firm, SCS Engineers needs you. If you thrive in a friendly, collaborative setting, enjoy flexible work hours, and like dynamic work that challenges you to learn and grow each day, SCS is a great fit. Our regional team has physical offices in Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Chicago, and Peoria, and we offer a flexible hybrid work environment.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in hydrogeology or Master's Degree in Geology with graduate level hydrogeology coursework preferred.
- 5 to 10 years working at an environmental consulting firm or other relevant experience.
- Experience with groundwater monitoring program implementation for municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills and/or coal combustion residual (CCR) sites preferred.
- Experience with federal and state regulatory interpretation and compliance preferred.
- Experience with statistical evaluations preferred.
- P.G. license or ability to obtain within first year.
- Experience with GIS and/or database management preferred.
- Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training a plus.
- A valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing.
Responsibilities
- Designing and implementing groundwater investigations and monitoring systems at MSW landfills, and electric utility CCR landfills and impoundments.
- Processing and analyzing hydrogeologic and geologic data.
- Managing, interpreting and reporting groundwater monitoring data.
- Preparing technical reports, proposals, bid documents, health & safety plans, and other documents.
- Mentoring and developing staff.
- Researching technical data and regulations.
- Coordinating work with contractors, laboratories, and regulators.
- Pursuing technical improvement for self and company.
- Delivering professional services on time and high quality following local and state regulations, SCS’s Quality Assurance Program, and within the planned level of project profitability.
- Making decisions both independently and collaboratively on scientific problems and methods.
- Providing technical and operational direction with responsibility for delivering positive outcomes.
- Communicating with clients, third-party, and regulatory agents regarding project status, schedules, and compliance issues.
- Following client and corporate contract specifications in all activities including health, safety, security, and environment.
- Managing projects, including developing proposals, contracting, leading project teams, forecasting, invoicing and account receivable management.
- Assisting with client development.
- Contributing to business development activities.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
- Annual Bonus Program
- Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
- Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
