Principal Hydrogeologist - Colorado Water Lead

Spencer Ogden; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Job summary

Spencer Ogden in Colorado is seeking a Principal Hydrogeologist to lead the growth of its water resources practice. You will shape regional strategy, build high-performing teams, and advance technical delivery for clients across municipal, industrial, mining, and private sectors.

The role combines technical leadership with business development and client relationship management in an employee-owned firm, offering executive-level visibility and long-term career progression.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of consulting experience in hydrogeology, hydrology, water resources, or a related discipline.
• Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Proven experience leading client relationships and winning new work.
• Track record of managing multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience mentoring engineers and scientists.
• Knowledge of Colorado water resources is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Colorado Water Resources practice.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with municipal, industrial, mining, and private-sector clients.
• Drive business development, proposals, and strategic pursuits.
• Lead complex groundwater and water resources projects from planning through delivery.
• Mentor and develop technical staff while helping grow the Colorado team.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on regional strategy and expansion.
• Ensure high-quality technical delivery and QA/QC across projects.

Skills

Groundwater investigations

Hydrogeologic conceptual models

Groundwater modeling

Water supply planning

Groundwater basin characterization

Well design and construction

Integrated water management

Water reuse and sustainability

Technical leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Education

Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Job description

Spencer Ogden in Colorado is seeking a Principal Hydrogeologist to lead the growth of its water resources practice. You will shape regional strategy, build high-performing teams, and advance technical delivery for clients across municipal, industrial, mining, and private sectors.

The role combines technical leadership with business development and client relationship management in an employee-owned firm, offering executive-level visibility and long-term career progression.