Contaminant Hydrogeologist

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

Job summary

A prominent environmental solutions company is looking for a Contaminant Hydrogeologist to manage site assessment and remediation projects. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of consulting experience and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks. Responsibilities include overseeing project scopes and mentoring junior staff, with a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $142,000 and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP matching

Flexibility of work hours

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of site assessment and remediation projects.
• Prepare and review technical correspondence and proposals.
• Mentor junior professionals and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Consulting experience

Data evaluation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Borehole logging

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Geology or Hydrogeology

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 tomorrow’s opportunities. In Canada, we are one of the leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services and part of a global network of teammates across 100+ locations around the world.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we can draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.

What you will enjoy about this role

• 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 to maintain and grow project work
• Grow your technical skills, innovate, and stay abreast of regulatory change by interacting with a bigger 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

Position overview

As a Contaminant Hydrogeologist, you will join our Western Canadian offices as part of our Assessment, Remediation, Reclamation and Monitoring (ARRM) team. You will contribute to a broad range of projects with the following responsibilities:

• 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 deliver high-quality products that meet our clients’ unique project needs
• Work within a well-organized, innovative culture with support systems that empower professionals to focus on high-quality solutions
• Transfer knowledge, share experiences, and support the training and mentorship of colleagues
• Be part of a technical practice community that supports teamwork, innovation, and growth
• 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 and experience with the 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?

Montrose offers a comprehensive compensation package, including benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. This is a permanent position with a salary range of $95,000 - $142,000, with starting pay dependent on skills, experience and work location. We support flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

How to apply Apply directly. We are not accepting third-party agency applicants at this time.

Montrose is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access testing and, in some client cases, random alcohol & drug testing and driver’s 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 accommodation that takes into account accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process should contact Human Resources directly.

Please follow us on LinkedIn for ongoing updates about our people and business. For more information, visit montrose-env.com and visit our Careers & Culture page.

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