Contaminant Hydrogeologist

Montrose Environmental Group; Alberta; Remote; CAD 95,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions company in Canada is seeking an experienced Contaminant Hydrogeologist to manage complex site assessment and remediation projects. This remote position requires 8+ years in consulting, strong communication skills, and a degree in Geology. You will oversee project scopes, mentor junior professionals, and support a diverse team focused on innovative environmental solutions. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Flexible work hours

RRSP matching

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years’ consulting experience in site assessment, remediation, and monitoring projects.
• Knowledge of BC, Alberta, and/or Saskatchewan regulatory frameworks.
• Experience writing and reviewing technical reports and cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Manage site assessment and remediation project scopes and communication with stakeholders.
• Prepare and review technical correspondence and proposals.
• Support the training and mentorship of colleagues.

Skills

Site assessment

Remediation

Hydrogeology

Data evaluation

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Geology or related field

Registration in professional organization (e.g., APEGA)

Tools

Workday software

Job description

Overview

Contaminant Hydrogeologist – Remote

Montrose Environmental helps protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us. Our teammates collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together, motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.

Who We Are

Montrose is a leading environmental solutions company focused on supporting commercial and government organizations as they deal with today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow. In Canada, we are a leading provider of environmental consulting and engineering services and part of a global network across 100+ locations.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our team is diverse and collaborative. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a sense of belonging for all. When we are inclusive and diverse, we can draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we serve.

Are you looking to…

• Apply your passion and expertise to identify, assess, protect and remediate the natural and built environments
• Manage and provide technical leadership for simple to complex contaminated site projects
• Provide technical project direction and mentorship to junior scientists and project managers on assessment, remediation and monitoring projects
• Work in a collaborative environment where you can focus on progressing your Program and Client Management skills
• Communicate and liaise with clients and project stakeholders with the ability to maintain and grow project work
• Grow your technical skills, innovate, and stay abreast of regulatory change by interacting with a larger community of technical experts
• Join a flexible work environment with the ability to work remotely or in a local office
• Thrive in a supportive, engaged, and motivated work environment at a well-respected environmental consulting company

As a Contaminant Hydrogeologist, you will join our Western Canadian offices as part of our Assessment, Remediation, Reclamation and Monitoring (ARRM) team. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of projects with responsibilities as follows:

• Actively participate and drive Montrose’s strong safety culture
• Oversee and/or technically support the management of site assessment, remediation and monitoring project scopes, timelines, budgets, and communication with clients and project-related stakeholders
• Prepare and/or review technical correspondence, proposals, work plans, cost estimates, and reports
• Ensure internal communication and collaboration to facilitate delivery of high-quality products to meet our clients’ unique project needs
• Work within a well-organized, innovative culture with support systems that empower professionals to provide high-quality solutions
• Transfer knowledge, share experiences, and support the training and mentorship of colleagues
• Be part of a technical practice community that supports team and personal innovation, growth and success at all levels
• Proactively engage in development opportunities and career growth

What We Are Looking For

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field
• Registration in or a member in good standing of a professional organization (e.g. APEGA)
• A minimum of 8 years’ consulting experience in site assessment, remediation, and monitoring projects with a focus on hydrogeology
• Knowledge of BC, Alberta and/or Saskatchewan regulatory frameworks
• Experience with borehole logging, sample collection, field screening, and sample selection
• Strong data evaluation skills and ability to make decisions based on findings
• Experience writing and reviewing technical reports, work plans and cost estimates and giving presentations to multi-stakeholder groups
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), and a collaborative attitude
• Willingness to provide technical direction and mentorship to junior professionals
• Experience with Workday software would be an asset
• A valid and clean class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions
• Preference given to those who have experience managing complex salt or hydrocarbon impacted sites

Why Choose Montrose?

At Montrose you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live shared mission and principles and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including benefits, RRSP matching, vacation and sick days. This is a permanent position with a salary range of $95,000 - $142,000, starting pay dependent on skills, experience and location. We provide flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

How to Apply

Click the Apply button. Please apply to us directly. We are not accepting third-party agency applicants at this time.

Montrose is committed to a safe and productive work environment and to promoting health, safety and well-being. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety-sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol and drug testing as well as driver’s license abstract reviews.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Montrose provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodations for accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during recruitment should contact Human Resources directly.

Please follow us on LinkedIn (Montrose Environmental Group) for ongoing updates about our people and business. For more information, visit www.montrose-env.com and bookmark our Careers & Culture page.

While we appreciate all applications, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.