Senior Water Resources Hydrogeologist/Engineer

MBC Talent Connections • Houston, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead business development, project management, and technical oversight for water resources projects, from early planning through design, implementation, and completion. You will report to the Practice Area Director and work with clients in Texas, Colorado, California, and other states.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related field
• Active Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain Texas licensure through reciprocity
• 8+ years as a hydrogeologist or engineer on water resources projects
• Proven business development success, including proposals, contract execution, and repeat business
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and responsive client communication
• Track record of maintaining long-term client relationships
• Numerical groundwater modeling (e.g., MODFLOW) and groundwater availability investigations
• Water resources planning, ArcGIS, data management and visualization, and technical writing
• Knowledge of Texas groundwater regulations, water data sources, groundwater availability models, and regional water planning
• Clear communication with clients, subconsultants, regulators, and the public
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong time management and work ethic
• Valid driver's license required

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource on hydrogeologic conceptual models, water balances, numerical modeling, and groundwater availability
• Lead water supply assessments, planning studies, and conservation programs
• Guide groundwater well design, construction, and testing
• Review project deliverables for quality and accuracy
• Set project strategy and lead technical staff to deliver on time and within budget
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, invoicing, and subconsultants
• Identify new opportunities and prepare proposals and statements of qualifications
• Develop scopes of work and fee estimates
• Build lasting client and industry relationships as a trusted advisor
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff in technical, project management, and business development skills
• Help supervise and grow the Texas team
• Assist in setting performance goals

Benefits

• Competitive pay with incentive bonuses
• Retirement benefits through an employee stock ownership plan and 401(k) profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Career advancement and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior