Senior Geologist — Field Leader in Environmental Projects

HDR, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead geologic and hydrologic studies, manage client relationships, and oversee project work from proposal to reporting. The role emphasizes technical expertise, field activities, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will bring extensive field experience, strong leadership, and a willingness to travel to support national projects within HDR's Waste sector and regional markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field.
• Minimum 10 years in marketing, project management, staff management and client satisfaction.
• Business development skills and familiarity with local clients and markets.
• Advanced degree may offset years of experience.
• Prior experience with field work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Be viewed as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity.
• Perform geologic and hydrologic studies, including field work, and other hydrologic, geologic and geophysical tasks both locally and nationally.
• Take responsibility for proposal and report writing, development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, project management as well as client management.
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed.
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians.
• May serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Client management

Travel availability

Self-motivated

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field

Advanced degree may offset years of experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead geologic and hydrologic studies, manage client relationships, and oversee project work from proposal to reporting. The role emphasizes technical expertise, field activities, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will bring extensive field experience, strong leadership, and a willingness to travel to support national projects within HDR's Waste sector and regional markets.