Assistant Vice President, Hydrogeology

WSP; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President – Hydrogeology. The role involves leading hydrogeological projects within the mining sector, delivering consultancy services, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in mining hydrogeology and a strong educational background. Responsibilities include mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality project deliverables. The company seeks a proactive leader dedicated to sustainable mining practices and innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mining hydrogeology.
• Proven leadership in delivering large-scale, multi-disciplinary mining projects.
• Ability to interact with project managers, clients, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrogeology projects in the mining industry.
• Deliver consulting services in mine water management and environmental assessments.
• Mentor early and mid-career staff and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Leadership in mining hydrogeology

Project management

Client relationship management

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Technical writing

Knowledge of New Mexico environmental regulations

Education

BSc in geology, civil engineering, mining, or environmental science

MSc or PhD in Hydrogeology (preferred)

Tools

Office automation software

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Assistant Vice President – Hydrogeology for our Albuquerque, NM office. Be involved in projects with our US Mine Water & Environment Group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client objectives and solves their challenges. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining and hydrogeological projects. Bring your hydrogeology leadership to complex, meaningful work - You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams, shape strategy with key clients, and mentor the next generation of groundwater practitioners while leveraging the depth of a global environmental practice.

Your Impact

• Working within our Mine Closure - Mine Environment Team on hydrogeology projects within the mining industry and beyond
• Deliver high-level consulting services in mine water management, mine permitting, mine closure planning, hydrogeological and surface water characterization investigations, and environmental impact assessments for global mining clients
• Provide senior technical review for documents, ensuring internal quality requirements for deliverables are met, and preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity.
• Lead client delivery through project management and regulatory agency communications. Build and maintain strong client relationships through strategic advisory and business development initiatives
• Win the work you want to do—shape capture strategies, lead proposals/interviews, and grow key accounts focused in the Southwestern United States and beyond. Develop a client base for providing high-level hydrogeologic and environmental services including identifying additional business development opportunities in the public or private sector
• Coach and mentor early and mid-career staff, maintain quality standards, run design and data interpretation reviews, and be part of a collaborative, inclusive team culture
• Direct field programs, with a strong focus on health & safety culture
• Contribute to large, cross functional and multidisciplinary projects with on-call components while working collaboratively with engineers, geochemists, ecologists, GIS specialists, and other environmental experts

Required Qualifications

• BSc in geology, civil engineering, mining, environmental science or close related field
• 10+ years of experience in mining hydrogeology, with a strong track record working across the full mining lifecycle
• Proven leadership in delivering large-scale, multi-disciplinary mining projects
• Proven client facing leadership—program management, scope/budget ownership, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
• Strong self-leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization
• Proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most cost-effective responses that will minimize waste, prevent pollution, and conserve resources.
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of sources, including project managers, clients, and sector-wide staff.
• Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally to support project delivery and client engagement may be occasionally required depending on project-specific requirements
• Excellent technical writing skills and the ability to distill complexity into crisp, defensible recommendations
• Passion for shaping sustainable mining practices and driving innovation
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Hydrogeology, or close related field.
• Professional designation (e.g., P.G. or equivalent)
• Proven expertise in closure/closeout planning and permitting for mine sites
• Knowledge of New Mexico environmental regulations or ability to learn
• Strong experience with water quality and geochemistry is highly desired
• Experience integrating geological, geochemical, and hydrogeology disciplines
• Leadership and mentorship track record