Principal Hydrogeologist — Lead Water Resources Growth

Spencer Ogden; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden seeks an experienced Principal Hydrogeologist to lead and grow a water resources and groundwater practice in Houston and across Texas. This senior role blends complex groundwater project work with client development, technical leadership, team growth, and practice expansion.

You will provide senior technical oversight across groundwater and water supply projects while building client relationships and expanding the firm’s presence throughout Texas and the Gulf Coast.

Qualifications

• ≥15 years of professional hydrogeology experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline; Master’s preferred
• PE/PG or equivalent registration preferred
• Experience with groundwater modeling, aquifer characterization, and water supply development
• Strong project and client management capabilities
• Proven ability to develop long-term client relationships and expand consulting services

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership across complex groundwater and water resources projects
• Lead hydrogeologic investigations, groundwater modeling, water supply studies, and well development programs
• Manage and develop relationships with key clients across Texas and the Gulf Coast
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow groundwater and water resources services
• Develop new business while expanding services with existing clients
• Lead and mentor hydrogeologists, groundwater modelers, and other water resources professionals
• Provide technical QA/QC and project risk oversight
• Support strategic planning and continued development of the regional practice
• Help identify hiring and training needs as the team grows
• Represent the organization through client meetings, conferences, and industry associations
• Collaborate with water resources professionals across offices and disciplines

Skills

Technical leadership

Client development

Mentoring

Project management

Groundwater modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology/Geology/CE/Environmental Eng

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Spencer Ogden seeks an experienced Principal Hydrogeologist to lead and grow a water resources and groundwater practice in Houston and across Texas. This senior role blends complex groundwater project work with client development, technical leadership, team growth, and practice expansion.

You will provide senior technical oversight across groundwater and water supply projects while building client relationships and expanding the firm’s presence throughout Texas and the Gulf Coast.