Senior Geologist

Srk Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Opportunity to purchase shares

Diversity of projects

Job summary

SRK Consulting in Denver, CO is seeking a Senior Geologist to provide consulting services for mining and exploration clients. This role requires significant experience in geology and offers a competitive salary of $170,000- $220,000 per annum, plus performance-based bonuses.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical writing expertise and exceptional skills in resource estimation, with opportunities for professional growth and project diversity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in geology with exposure to resource estimation.
• Registered professional status in a recognized organization.
• Knowledge of SEC SK-1300, NI 43-101, and JORC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Consult on projects for exploration and mining clients.
• Build geological and mineralization models.
• Analyze and validate geological databases.

Skills

Resource estimation techniques

Technical writing

Communication skills

Geostatistics

Software usage (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Datamine)

Education

Degree in geology or geological engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Datamine

Job description

Senior Geologist

Denver, CO / Hybrid, USA

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector. We are seeking a Senior Geologist.

Description of Responsibilities:

• Consult on projects for North American and international exploration and mining clients.
• Build geological and mineralization models, using commercial software packages such as Leapfrog.
• Analyze and validate geological databases, including QA/QC skills.
• Provide input into technical studies (e.g., exploration, initial assessment, pre‑feasibility and feasibility).
• Contribute to technical reports (S‑K 1300, NI43-101, JORC).
• Assist in high‑level assessments during due diligence/independent reporting projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree in geology or geological engineering, with a preference given to master’s or PhD’s.
• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in geology, including significant exposure to resource estimation.
• Registered professional status or eligibility for registration in a professional organization recognized by the Society of Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME), Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM) or Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC), in preparation of technical reports.
• Knowledge of the independent reporting requirements under SEC SK-1300, NI 43-101, and JORC.
• Strong technical writing expertise and excellent communication skills.
• Applied knowledge in using resource estimation techniques and tools (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Datamine), demonstrated ability in applying geostatistics.
• Ability to generate, implement, and complete work assignments in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.
• Exceptional organizational, technical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Capability and fitness for intermittent domestic and international travel for site visits and fieldwork.

$170,000- $220,000 per annum USD plus an annual performance‑based bonus.

SRK Consulting (U.S.), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including vets and disabilities.

In return for considering a future with us, we offer:

• An attractive compensation package.
• Diversity of projects and clients within a non‑hierarchical consultancy environment.
• Opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group, owned by its employees.