Principal Resource Geologist

SLR Consulting; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, orthodontia, vision

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

generous PTO, holidays

Job summary

SLR Consulting is seeking a Principal Resource Geologist in Denver to advance geological modelling and resource estimation for various metals. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, develop block models, and contribute to NI 43-101 reporting, ensuring high-quality client deliverables.

The role emphasizes project leadership, mentorship of junior geologists, and collaboration with clients to drive successful project outcomes and growth within the practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering.
• 15-20+ years of minerals exploration, operation, and resource estimation.
• Qualified Person (QP) certification is required.
• Experience with geostatistics and estimation methods (e.g., ordinary kriging, IDW).
• Modelling commodities in various geological terranes; multi-commodity experience.
• Proficiency in 3D Mine Modeling software (Leapfrog, Vulcan, MinePlan, Datamine, MicroMine).
• Authorship of NI 43-101 Technical Reports or CRIRSCO standard reports.
• Familiarity with resource classification and cutoff grade development; modifying factors.

Responsibilities

• Develop geological models or interpretations.
• Construct block models for resource and reserve estimates.
• Participate in NI 43-101 reports or international equivalents.
• Perform due diligence reviews for project financing and M&A.
• Project management leadership of geologists and consultants.
• Integrate geological findings with other disciplines; ensure project delivery.

Skills

Geology

Leapfrog

Geostatistics

3D Mine Modeling

Block Modelling

NI 43-101

Project Management

English Communication

Spanish

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering

Tools

Vulcan

MinePlan

Datamine

MicroMine

Excel/Access

Job description

We are SLR Consulting (Americas), a 1500+ team of advisory, environmental, engineering, and regulatory professionals across Canada, the United States, and LATAM. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

As our new Principal Resource Geologist , you will join one of the largest, dynamic and experienced teams of resource geologists globally. Our projects encompass a wide spectrum, including geological modeling, statistical analysis, and resource estimation and reporting for various metals and depositional environments.

You will bring demonstrated skills and experience with mineral resource/geological modelling (experience with Leapfrog is a must), exploration and project reviews. In addition to strong technical skills, you’ll also have a solid background in report writing, in the development of technical scopes of work, proposal preparation, and the successful delivery of projects, meeting high standards for quality and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Development of geological models or interpretations
• Construction of block models for mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates
• Participation in the preparation of NI 43-101 Reports or international equivalents
• Perform due diligence reviews to support project financing, and mergers and acquisitions
• Project management, including leadership of other geologists and third-party consulting groups
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geological findings and interpretations with those of other scientific, planning, and engineering disciplines
• Ensuring successful project delivery with respect to health & safety, scope, schedule, budget, QA/QC, and client satisfaction
• Prepare proposals and contribute to the development and execution of service line, business sector, and client business development plans
• Liaise and build relationships with clients and ensure excellent service delivery
• Mentor junior geologists and participate in internal and external training/mentorship opportunities

Working @ SLR

With us, there is no doubt you’ll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and if you ask our team, they’ll tell you that’s just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Here’s what else you’ll enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications/Education/Memberships:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering
• 15-20+ years of minerals exploration, operation, and resource estimation.
• Certification as a Qualified Person (QP) is required
• Experienced in geostatistics and estimation methods (such as but not limited to ordinary kriging, inverse distance weighting)
• Experienced in modelling various commodities in a variety of geological terranes, including Carlin, porphyry, and skarn. Multi-commodity experience in precious metals and base metals
• Proficiency in 3D Mine Modeling software such as Leapfrog, Vulcan, MinePlan, Datamine, or MicroMine.
• Experienced in geological and block modelling, domaining, grade capping, and QA/QC
• Authorship or co-authorship of SK 1300 and/or NI 43-101 Technical Reports, or other CRIRSCO standard reports
• Familiarity with resource classification, cutoff grade development, and application of modifying factors
• Professional certifications or organizations (CPG, SME-RM, MMSA) desired
• Experience with audits, due diligence, and third-party reviews preferred
• Advanced skills in Excel or Access (or other database tools)
• Strong project management skills for handling large-scale projects
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Proficiency in Spanish is advantageous

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants.

SLR strives to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we work in, and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, veterans, and people with disabilities.