Senior Hydrogeologist

Martin and Wood Water Consultants, Inc.; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic consulting firm focused on water resources and rights in Colorado. As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will leverage over a decade of expertise to manage projects and mentor junior staff. This role involves technical work including water well design, aquifer testing, and groundwater modeling, all while collaborating with passionate professionals. The company fosters a supportive culture, offering a flexible hybrid work environment and a commitment to professional growth. If you are motivated to tackle western water challenges and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

100% employer-contributed retirement plan

Health insurance at no cost

Dental and vision insurance at no cost

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time

Tuition reimbursement program

Professional development opportunities

Dog friendly office

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hydrogeology with project management skills.
• Registration as a Professional Geologist is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage hydrogeology projects and staff while performing technical work.
• Conduct water well design, aquifer testing, and groundwater monitoring.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Water Resource Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Mentoring

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Engineering

Master’s Degree in Geology or Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

ArcMap/ArcGIS

Job description

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Senior Hydrogeologist

Martin and Wood Water Consultants, Inc. (M&W) is seeking a qualified SENIOR HYDROGEOLOGIST with 10+ years of experience to join our established team.

Job Description: The Senior Hydrogeologist will be responsible for managing hydrogeology projects and staff. The employee will perform technical hydrogeological water resource work including water well design and construction observation, aquifer testing and analyses, groundwater monitoring studies, water accounting and operations, evaluation of lagging and return flow calculations, and writing technical memos and reports. The work may also include groundwater modeling, water quality evaluations, water rights analyses, and expert witness services.

Qualities Needed or Preferred:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Engineering (Master’s degree is preferred)
2. Registration as a Professional Geologist
3. Knowledge and experience with Colorado water rights
4. Knowledge and experience with Denver Basin groundwater aquifers and alluvial aquifers
5. Experience mentoring and managing junior staff
6. Experience managing field operations for drilling projects
7. Extremely proficient in MS Word and Excel
8. Groundwater modeling experience preferred
9. Familiarity with ArcMap/ArcGIS desired
10. Excellent written and oral communication skills
11. Motivated and willing to work independently and with others
12. Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects at the same time
13. Ability to organize and prioritize work
14. Ability to meet project deadlines

Why Us? As a small consulting company focused on the technical aspects of water rights and water resources, you will get to work with other professionals that are passionate about western water challenges and collaborate with some of the best in the business. Our work is primarily related to water resources and water rights in Colorado. We specialize in helping our clients evaluate, protect, understand, and expand their current and future water supplies. Our clients include municipalities, developers, state and federal agencies, ditch companies, irrigators, and non-profit agencies. M&W’s culture is collaborative and team-based. We work together to support each other, learn from each other, and foster individual professional growth. We strategically build our team for each project so that we can provide the best service to our clients.

Compensation and Benefits: Job classification and salary will be based on experience level and qualifications.

1. Starting salary will range from $100,000 to $160,000 per year. Salary may vary depending on the experience of the applicant.
2. Eligible for an annual merit bonus.
3. Flexible work environment – we allow employees to work a flexible schedule in a hybrid work environment to promote personal and professional growth and balance. Our small office is located in Golden, Colorado (Genesee).
4. Ability to earn and use comp time.
5. 100% employer-contributed pre-tax retirement plan.
6. Total compensation is estimated to be at least 20% higher when considering merit bonus and retirement.
7. Choice between two health insurance plans (traditional and high deductible options).
8. Health insurance provided at no cost to employees plus HSA contribution to those that choose the high deductible plan.
9. Dental and vision insurance are provided at no cost to employee.
10. Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance are provided at no cost to employee.
11. Options to add qualifying individuals to health, dental, and vision insurance, with portion of premiums covered by M&W.
12. Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time.
13. Professional development opportunities including training and participation in relevant professional organizations.
14. Tuition reimbursement program to qualifying employees for after-hours education.
15. Dog friendly office for those that like to bring their best friend to work.

Additional Information

Please visit our website for additional information.

https://www.martinandwood.com/careers

To Apply

Want to join our Team? Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [e-mail]. Responses will be provided to those we wish to interview or further discuss qualifications.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering