Senior Hydrogeologist

Dewberry; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated in Florida is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to lead advanced groundwater investigations and modeling in the Central Florida Water Market. The candidate should hold a geology degree (hydrogeology preferred) with 10+ years of experience and the ability to manage complex projects and client relationships.

Responsibilities include independent modeling of groundwater flow systems, regulatory coordination, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience with regulatory authorities and teams of engineers/scientists.
• Working knowledge of hydrogeologic and groundwater flow principles.
• Proficiency in groundwater flow models and numerical modeling (FD/FE).
• Strong statistical background and technical writing/presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex research and provide technical expertise on projects, including groundwater flow modeling.
• Develop and apply groundwater models; use relevant software and processes.
• Demonstrate expertise in groundwater, surface-water hydrology, water resource development, regulation, and geologic principles.
• Provide recommendations and present solutions to policymakers and stakeholders.
• Manage projects and contractors; develop specifications and construction oversight.
• Identify, develop, and manage client solutions and project delivery.
• Manage communications with regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with environmental legislation.
• Assist in proposal writing, client relations, mentoring, and team development.

Skills

Geology

Hydrogeology

Regulatory experience

Technical writing

Presentations

Statistical analysis

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MODFLOW

Groundwater Vistas

Job description

Senior Hydrogeologist

Job Description

Dewberry is currently seeking an exceptional Senior Hydrogeologist in our Central Florida Water Market. Position requires a degree in Geology (and/or hydrogeology). Master's degree is preferred, and 15 - 20 years of directly related experience.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex research and provide technical expertise on assigned projects, including independent modeling of groundwater flow systems.
• Understanding of the principles of groundwater-flow modeling; develops and applies complex groundwater flow and hydrologic models and, is familiar with and uses associated programs and processes.
• Demonstrates expertise in groundwater and surface-water hydrology, groundwater quality, water resource development, management, regulation, and geologic principles and practices.
• Provide recommendations regarding solutions to solve complex water management issues. Prepare and present solutions to a variety of audiences including policy makers.
• Managing projects and contractors; development of specifications and construction management and oversight.
• Identify, develop, and manage the delivery of solutions to our clients.
• Manage regulatory agency communications.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and keeping up to date with technological and legislative developments.
• Assist with writing proposals and maintaining client relationships.
• Assist with junior staff mentoring, and team planning/development.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology. Master's preferred.
• The candidate must have 10+ years of progressive experience working with regulatory authorities and teams of engineers and scientists.
• Working knowledge of hydrogeologic and groundwater flow principles
• Working knowledge of groundwater flow models.
• Strong statistical background.
• Proficient in technical writing and presentations.
• Capability and desire to assist in the development of new business with clients and teaming partners, utilizing existing and newly developed relationships.'
• A working knowledge of Florida's hydrogeology and environmental constraints would be preferred.
• Computer modeling skills should include Numerical (FD & FE) modeling, MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas and other regional Florida regional groundwater models.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affiirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

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