Hydrogeologist

EXP Services Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

RRSP

Benefits package

Wellness program

Work-life balance

Job summary

EXP Services Inc. is seeking a senior Hydrogeologist to join our Environmental Group in Ottawa, Ontario. You will lead hydrogeological work on infrastructure and municipal projects, mentor junior staff, and drive project outcomes with clients.

You will manage scopes, budgets, and field programs, engaging with MECP, municipalities, and Conservation Authorities, while delivering high-quality reports and contributing to business growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Hydrogeology or Geology (Master’s degree asset).
• 10+ years of experience in physical hydrogeology.
• Strong field-based experience in groundwater supply and investigations.
• Ontario professional designation (P.Geo. or P.Eng.) preferred.
• Experience with ESA, excess soil or geo assets is a plus; French a plus.
• Experience with groundwater modelling is an asset.
• Experience working with MECP, municipalities and Conservation Authorities.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary projects from planning through delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven success in developing client relationships and winning proposals.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, project and client leadership across a broad range of assignments.
• Lead and shape scopes of work for public and private clients on infrastructure projects.
• Manage and execute hydrogeological studies including groundwater resource development.
• Oversee dewatering programs, pump test design and interpretation.
• Assess geothermal systems and sewer discharge agreements.
• Coordinate site investigations, compliance programs and budgeting.
• Supervise field programs and review junior staff work.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and support business growth.

Skills

Field experience

Hydrogeology expertise

Written and verbal communication

Education

University degree in Hydrogeology or Geology

Master’s degree an asset

Tools

Groundwater modelling

Job description

Hydrogeologist

Ottawa, ON

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Your work environment at EXP

EXP is seeking an experienced Hydrogeologistto join our Environmental Group in Ottawa, 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

As a senior member of the groundwater team, you will provide technical, project, and client leadership across a broad range of assignments, including:

• 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:
  • Groundwater resource development
  • Construction dewatering programs
  • Pump test design, analysis, and interpretation
  • Geothermal system assessments
  • Sewer discharge agreements
  • Permit to Take Water (PTTW) applications
• Project management and coordination of site investigation and compliance programs
• Budget oversight, cost control, and invoicing
• 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)
• 10+ 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.) preferred
• Experience with ESA, excess soil or geo would be considered assets as well as having an ability to speak French.
• Experience with 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

Benefits and Perks atEXP!

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Emphasis on work-life balance
• Exciting projects and prestigious clients
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Wellness program
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

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

The base salary range for this role is between$92,043 to $122,010.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:

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