Managing Technical Consultant, Intermediate Hydrogeologist and Field Lead

Canadian Inclusion; Calgary, Vancouver; Híbrido; CAD 94 000 - 112 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Resumo da oferta

ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Intermediate Hydrogeologist and Field Lead in Calgary or Vancouver, Canada. You will lead field programs, mentor teams, and engage clients to deliver complex groundwater projects for mining, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.

The role combines technical leadership with strategic development, requiring travel up to 60% and eligibility for Canadian professional designation. Competitive benefits and a strong sustainability focus accompany the position.

Qualificações

• B.Sc. in geoscience, hydrogeology, engineering, or related field with strong physical and contaminant hydrogeology focus.
• 4+ years of consulting experience in hydrogeology field work planning, groundwater data analysis, and reporting.
• Eligible for E.I.T./G.I.T. or P.Eng./P.Geo. in a Canadian jurisdiction.
• Proven ability to lead field programs including drilling, well installation, aquifer testing, and groundwater sampling.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and coordinate groundwater field programs, including drilling, well installation, and multi-year monitoring.
• Supervise field teams and subcontractors, ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Collect and analyze aquifer data using standard methodologies (slug tests, step-drawdown, pumping tests).
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations with senior hydrogeologists.
• Support business development through proposals and client engagement.
• Collaborate with ERM's global water resources team to share best practices.

Conhecimentos

Field program leadership

Groundwater data analysis

Client engagement

Communication skills

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Formação académica

B.Sc. in geoscience/hydrogeology/engineering

Ferramentas

AQTESOLV

AquiferTest Pro

Surfer

MODFLOW (preferred)

FEFLOW (preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Managing Technical Consultant, Intermediate Hydrogeologist and Field Lead (Government)

Lead the Future of Hydrogeology Across Canada

Are you a hydrogeologist who thrives in the field, enjoys solving complex groundwater challenges, and is ready to take on a leadership role with greater impact? ERM is seeking a Managing Technical Consultant, Intermediate Hydrogeologist and Field Lead in Calgary or Vancouver, Canada, to help deliver some of the most significant water resource projects in the mining and oil & gas sectors. In this role, you'll combine technical expertise, project leadership, and client engagement to support responsible water management throughout the full project lifecycle—from exploration and development through operations and closure. Join a global sustainability leader and work alongside multidisciplinary experts who are shaping the future of environmental stewardship and resource development.

Why This Role Matters

Water is one of the world's most critical resources, and organizations across the mining, oil & gas, and industrial sectors are facing increasingly complex groundwater management challenges. As an Intermediate Hydrogeologist and Field Lead, you'll play a key role in helping clients make informed, sustainable decisions while advancing ERM's growing hydrogeology practice across Canada.

This is more than a technical role—it's an opportunity to lead field programs, influence project outcomes, mentor teams, and contribute to solutions that balance environmental responsibility with business success.

What Your Impact Is

• Drive the continued growth of ERM's hydrogeology business in Canada.


• Lead and execute complex groundwater field programs for high-profile mining and oil & gas clients.


• Deliver technical excellence on projects that help clients address critical sustainability and water management challenges.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and ERM's global technical network to develop innovative, science-based solutions.


• Support responsible resource development through high-quality hydrogeological investigations and analysis.


• Build trusted relationships with clients while contributing to business development and project success.

What You'll Bring

Required

• B.Sc. in geoscience, hydrogeology, engineering, or related field - with a strong academic focus in physical and contaminant hydrogeology.


• 4+ years of consulting experience in hydrogeology field work planning, groundwater data analysis, and reporting.


• Eligible for E.I.T./G.I.T. or professional designation (P.Eng./P.Geo.) in a Canadian jurisdiction.


• Proven ability to lead field programs, including drilling, well installation, aquifer testing, and groundwater sampling.


• Skilled in QA/QC of field data and analysis using AQTESOLV, AquiferTest Pro, and Surfer.


• Strong understanding of hydrogeological processes in mining, oil & gas, and industrial contexts.


• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship-building skills.


• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 60%+).


• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.


• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred

• 6+ years of consulting experience.


• Familiarity with MODFLOW and/or FEFLOW (asset, not required).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate groundwater field programs, including drilling, well installation, and multi-year monitoring.


• Supervise field teams and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols.


• Collect and analyze aquifer data using industry-standard methodologies, including slug tests, step-drawdown tests, and constant-rate pumping tests.


• Perform QA/QC reviews of field data and support groundwater analysis and interpretation.


• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations in collaboration with senior hydrogeologists.


• Support business development activities through proposal preparation, client engagement, and relationship building.


• Collaborate with ERM's global water resources team to share technical knowledge, best practices, and innovative approaches.


• Contribute to the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects while maintaining ERM's commitment to technical excellence and sustainability.

For the Managing Technical Consultant, Intermediate Hydrogeologist and Field Lead position, the anticipated annual base pay is $93,700–$112,100(CAD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• paid time off


• parental leave


• medical


• dental


• vision


• life


• disability


• AD&D insurance


• RRSP/DPSP


• and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.

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