Senior Hydrogeologist - Mining Environment

Stantec; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services firm in Quebec is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to manage multidisciplinary projects throughout the mining lifecycle. The role involves significant fieldwork and collaboration with hydrologists and clients. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Hydrogeology and over 10 years of relevant experience. Join this dynamic team to contribute to meaningful projects while ensuring safety and quality in every step.

Benefits

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Ability to perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the mining sector is essential.
• Strong quantitative hydrogeology skills required.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong health and safety culture.
• Support business development efforts.
• Plan and coordinate field programs.

Skills

Hydrogeological expertise

Project management

Field work experience

Client interaction

Team collaboration

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Education

M.Sc. in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geochemistry

Tools

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

Microsoft Office Suite

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Job Description

At Stantec, we approach every mining project we undertake—whether at the local, regional, or international level—thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit‑for‑purpose solutions that address their communities’ unique needs throughout the mining lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with technical excellence, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We’re a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that’s critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large.

Stantec’s Environmental Services business line is growing its presence in the Quebec mining sector. As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of mining projects and must be able to work within multidisciplinary teams on projects through each phase of mine life (i.e. baseline and impact assessment projects, feasibility studies, hydrogeological assessments, etc). The role will involve managing a multi‑discipline scope of work within a team of hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and geochemists and interacting directly with clients. Strong quantitative hydrogeology skills are required with the ability to interact with groundwater modelling and geochemical specialists.

Responsibilities

Your Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment Program;
• Support business development efforts to build backlog not only with external clients, but also with Stantec engineering teams;
• Prepare proposals, develop work plans/budgets, and manage projects/tasks;
• Plan, coordinate, and support field programs including intrusive investigations;
• Manage specialized contractors for site investigation related to groundwater sampling and testing;
• Review field information from investigations; prepare reports including the interpretation of geological/hydrogeological conditions;
• Interpret aquifer tests, characterize aquifers based on maps and other spatial data;
• Work with multidisciplinary teams on baseline and impact assessment projects, feasibility studies, groundwater and surface water assessments, groundwater flow and transport models, and contaminant investigations;
• Demonstrate sound application of established practices, standards and guidelines;
• Prepare technical reports and client presentations summarizing project work, findings and recommendations. Perform QA/QC of technical documents/deliverables;
• Travel as required to various field sites with overnight travel sometimes required;
• Attend meetings and interface with clients, agencies, external consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, and/or vendors.

Are these responsibilities calling out your name? Please do not hesitate to apply for this position. If you have questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact your recruiter Lisa Pomeranz on LinkedIn!

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to meet a strong demand for high‑quality, organized and consistent results;
• Ability to perform in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment;
• Ability to mentor junior to mid‑level staff;
• Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis;
• Ability to manage time, be organized, and set priorities;
• Confident individual who demonstrates strong initiative and is capable of independent action with the ability to make informed decisions;
• Be a driver of a positive work environment;
• Experience in the mining sector;
• Experience in field work: drilling and aquifer testing (packer test);
• Experience with numerical groundwater flow and transport modelling is considered an asset;
• Expertise in saturated flow modelling using MODFLOW and/or FEFLOW;
• Experience in evaluating cover design is an asset;
• Knowledge of mine and environmental regulations and policies is considered an asset;
• General knowledge in groundwater chemistry for mining‑related projects an asset;
• Solid computer skills are a must, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and advanced technical report writing skills;
• Fundamental understanding of project‑task management;
• Experience in marketing and preparing proposals and presentations;
• Valid driver’s license.
• Relocation support may be provided

Education and Experience

• Minimum of an M.Sc. in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geochemistry or related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of working experience in consulting or regulatory environment.
• Regularly developing or utilizing unsaturated and saturated flow models is preferred.
• Existing professional registration or ability to work towards a professional registration in Quebec (OIQ or AGQ).

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Why join us?

Over 300 new team members have joined us in the past 12 months because the projects won by Stantec meet the expectations of consulting engineering professionals!

About Stantec

A global leader in sustainable development, Stantec provides consulting services in engineering, architecture, and environmental sciences. The diverse perspectives of our partners and stakeholders inspire us to be creative and innovative—especially when it comes to major challenges like climate change, digital transformation, and the resilience of cities and infrastructure. We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate together, where collective interest, creativity, and client needs intersect, to deliver projects that push boundaries.

Stantec in Quebec is a team of 1,600 people across 15 business locations, proud to make a positive impact in communities and supported by strong, committed local leadership. We are dedicated to offering a healthy, inclusive, and flexible work environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1002694
• Posting Date 10/17/2025, 07:27 PM
• Degree Level Four Years College
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day