Senior Geologist

HDR; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead complex site investigations focused on contaminated sediment and waterway projects. This role requires a strong background in geology and environmental science, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in project management and client relations. You will be responsible for overseeing data collection, developing site investigation plans, and mentoring junior staff. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on environmental projects and community well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management and client satisfaction.
• Proficiency in environmental contamination assessment and remediation.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex site investigations and oversee data collection.
• Prepare reports and proposals, managing junior staff and client interactions.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Contamination Assessment

Geospatial Analysis

Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Geologist, we'll count on you to

• Lead complex site investigations with a focus on contaminated sediment and waterway sites and projects;
• Oversee data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation including:
• Developing site investigation work plans
• Building complex and dynamic Conceptual Site Models
• Developing and overseeing high resolution site characterization strategies
• Soil, sediment, and groundwater sampling and quality data collection methods
• Development of geologic cross-sections utilizing geologic and geophysical data
• Geospatial and geostatistical analysis
• Isotope analysis
• Interpretation of subsurface geologic conditions on a site and regional scale
• Development of graphic presentations of geologic data
• Leading the development of site investigation, remedial investigation, and design investigation reports
• Lead the assessment of environmental contamination with a focus on the management and/or remediation of contaminated source areas
• Be viewed as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity.
• Project management including direction of junior staff, providing technical review and oversight and mentoring
• Report and proposal preparation including scopes of work, project budgeting, tracking, and schedules
• Client interaction and presentations
• Perform other duties as needed
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sediment or dredging contaminated materials management
• Experience with sediment remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial designs
• 40-hour HAZWOPER
• Local candidates preferred
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years experience with a successful track record of marketing, project management, staff management and client satisfaction, business development skills, familiarity of local clients and markets
• Advanced degree may offset years of experience
• Prior experience with field work
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Leadership skills and ability to manage in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills
• May require ability to travel
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  
  

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Spokane, WA}: $103,075 - $147,250 {Olympia, WA}: $108,500 - $155,000 {Gig Harbor, WA}: $119,350 - $170,500 {Bellevue, WA}: $130,200- $186,000 {Seattle, WA}: $130,200- $186,000

Primary Location:

United States-Washington-Seattle

Other Locations:

United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor

Industry:

Waste

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Hazardous Waste

Job Posting:

Apr 26, 2025


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering and Environmental Services

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