Principal Hydrogeologist / Principal Geologist

Jobtailor; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced Principal-in-Charge or Technical Director to lead hydrogeologic and environmental projects for mining developments, based in Alaska. You will oversee groundwater characterization, aquifer testing, water balance, and modeling, ensuring regulatory compliance and project success.

You will guide environmental baseline investigations, mine closure planning, and long-term water quality management while mentoring staff and expanding client relationships in North America.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in hydrogeology, mining environmental consulting, geology, or related disciplines.
• Expertise in mine-related hydrogeologic investigations and water resource assessments.
• Experience designing and managing environmental baseline programs for mine permitting and development projects.
• Strong understanding of mine water management, groundwater modeling, hydrology, geochemistry, and environmental monitoring.
• Experience supporting mine closure planning, reclamation, remediation, and long-term environmental management.
• Familiarity with permitting and regulatory frameworks applicable to mining projects in Alaska and North America.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary technical teams and complex projects.
• Established or developing relationships within the mining industry.

Responsibilities

• Led groundwater characterization, aquifer testing, water balance assessments, and predictive hydrogeologic modeling.
• Provided senior technical oversight for mine water management and tailings facility hydrogeology.
• Directed environmental baseline investigations supporting mine permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Managed multidisciplinary teams across groundwater, surface water, water quality, and monitoring programs.
• Led proposal development, project scoping, and business strategy initiatives.

Skills

Groundwater Modeling

Mine Water Management

Hydrogeology

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Business Development

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Professional Geologist (PG)

Professional Engineer (PE)

Advanced degree in Hydrogeology/Geology

Tools

MODFLOW

Job description

• Serve as Principal-in-Charge or Technical Director for hydrogeologic and environmental projects supporting mining developments
• Lead groundwater characterization, aquifer testing, water balance assessments, seepage investigations, groundwater-surface water interaction studies, and predictive hydrogeologic modeling
• Provide senior technical oversight for mine water management, dewatering systems, pit lake assessments, tailings facility hydrogeology, and closure planning
• Guide projects involving geochemical characterization, acid rock drainage (ARD), metal leaching (ML) assessments, and long-term water quality management
• Lead environmental baseline investigations supporting mine permitting, expansion, and regulatory compliance
• Direct groundwater, surface water, water quality, hydrology, and environmental monitoring programs
• Support environmental review and permitting efforts, including state, federal, and tribal regulatory processes
• Provide technical leadership for environmental impact assessments and mine development studies
• Develop and review mine closure, reclamation, and post-closure monitoring strategies
• Provide senior oversight for contaminated site investigations and remediation associated with active and legacy mining operations
• Support risk assessment, corrective action planning, long-term stewardship, and regulatory negotiations
• Expand SLR's mining and hydrogeology services through existing and new client relationships
• Identify emerging opportunities related to critical minerals, mine water management, permitting, and closure/remediation
• Lead proposal development, project scoping, and business strategy initiatives
• Mentor and develop technical staff across varying experience levels
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, safety, and innovation
• Support recruiting, staff development, succession planning, and practice growth

Requirements

• 15+ years of professional experience in hydrogeology, mining environmental consulting, geology, or related disciplines
• Demonstrated expertise in mine-related hydrogeologic investigations and water resource assessments
• Experience designing and managing environmental baseline programs for mine permitting and development projects
• Strong understanding of mine water management, groundwater modeling, hydrology, geochemistry, and environmental monitoring
• Experience supporting mine closure planning, reclamation, remediation, and long-term environmental management
• Familiarity with permitting and regulatory frameworks applicable to mining projects in Alaska and North America
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary technical teams and complex projects
• Established or developing relationships within the mining industry
• Strong business development, project management, communication, and leadership skills
• Desire to grow and lead a high-performing technical practice
• Professional Geologist (PG), Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent professional registration preferred
• Advanced degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline preferred
• Experience with MODFLOW or other groundwater modeling platforms preferred
• Experience with mine developments, operating mines, or legacy mine remediation projects preferred
• Hazardous waste management experience is a plus
• Existing relationships with mining companies, government agencies, and industry stakeholders preferred
• Experience in Arctic, sub-Arctic, or remote operating environments preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in hydrogeology and environmental consulting, with a strong focus on mine water management, groundwater modeling, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects while fostering client relationships and business development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Hydrogeologic Investigations
• Mine Water Management
• Groundwater Modeling
• Environmental Monitoring
• Regulatory Compliance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Groundwater Characterization
• Aquifer Testing
• Water Balance Assessments
• Geochemical Characterization
• Acid Rock Drainage (ARD) Assessments
• Metal Leaching (ML) Assessments
• Mine Closure Planning
• Contaminated Site Investigations
• Long-Term Environmental Management
• MODFLOW

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

• Professional Geologist (PG)
• Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

• Mining Environmental Consulting
• Regulatory Frameworks
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Tailings Facility Hydrogeology
• Arctic Operating Environments