Hydrogeologist

EXP; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EXP in Cambridge, Ontario is seeking a senior Hydrogeologist to join its Geo-Environmental Group. You will lead complex infrastructure and municipal projects, mentor staff, and help grow the team while delivering practical groundwater solutions.

The role emphasizes client engagement, field leadership, and technical reporting, with opportunities to design study plans, supervise field programs, and coordinate MECP permits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in physical hydrogeology.
• Professional designation in Ontario (P.Geo. or P.Eng.) is an asset.
• Experience with GIS/CAD programs and groundwater modelling is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape scopes of work for infrastructure projects and clients.
• Manage and execute hydrogeological studies including groundwater development.
• Prepare and review high quality technical reports for clients.
• Coordinate field programs and supervise field staff.
• Support proposals, business growth, and client engagement.

Skills

Field hydrogeology

Client relationships

Project management

Mentoring

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology or Geology

Master’s degree is an asset

Tools

GIS

CAD

Groundwater modelling

Job description

Hydrogeologist

Cambridge, ON

Your work environment at EXP

EXP is seeking a experienced Hydrogeologist to join our Geo-Environmental Group in Cambridge, Ontario. This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful work on complex infrastructure and municipal projects, and we are looking for a motivated professional who is ready to contribute expertise, mentor others, and help drive the continued growth of our team.

This is a senior, visible role within a well-established, growth‑oriented team, ideal for a professional who enjoys technical leadership, client engagement, and shaping project outcomes. If you thrive in a fast paced environment, take ownership of your work, and enjoy mentoring others while continuing to build your own reputation, this role was designed for you.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Partnering with clients to understand needs and deliver practical, value‑driven solutions
• Leading and shaping scopes of work for public and private clients on small to large scale infrastructure projects
• Managing and Executing hydrogeological studies, including:
  • o Groundwater resource development
  • o Groundwater Characterization Studies, including chemistry analysis and interpretations
  • o Studies to support septic applications, including LSSDS
  • o Construction dewatering programs
  • o Pump test design, analysis, and interpretation
  • o Municipal Sewer discharge studies, reports and permits
  • o MECP Permits (dewatering, ECAs)
• Project management and coordination of site investigation and compliance programs
• Coordinating and supervising field programs
• Reviewing and guiding the technical work of junior and intermediate staff
• Preparing and reviewing high quality technical reports
• Supporting proposal development and contributing to business growth

What your experience looks like

• University degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or a related discipline (Master’s degree is an asset)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in physical hydrogeology
• Strong field based experience in groundwater supply, hydrogeological investigations, and assessments
• Professional designation in Ontario (P.Geo. or P.Eng.) is an asset
• Experience with GIS/CAD programs and groundwater modelling is an asset
• Proven success developing client relationships and contributing to winning proposals
• Hands on experience working with MECP, municipalities, and Conservation Authorities
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary projects from planning through delivery
• Strong business acumen and a practical, solution focused mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing junior staff
• Comfortable operating in a high demand, fast paced environment

Why Join EXP?

• Lead hydrogeological work on high impact, technically diverse projects
• Play a key role in client strategy, project delivery, and business development
• Work with a respected, collaborative groundwater team with strong regional presence
• Enjoy autonomy, trust, and support in an entrepreneurial, growth focused culture
• Influence and mentor the next generation of hydrogeologists

This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.

The salary range for this role is between $65K - $85K. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [e-mail]

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visitingwww.exp.com [https://www.exp.com/].