Senior Hydrogeologist - Groundwater Modeling & Leadership

Dewberry; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist in our Central Florida Water Market, serving the Orlando, Tampa, and Lakeland area. A geology/hydrogeology degree is required, with a Master’s preferred and 10+ years of directly related experience with regulators and project teams.

The role focuses on groundwater flow modeling, surface-water hydrology, and water-resource development, with opportunities to manage projects, mentor staff, and engage with clients and agencies on complex challenges.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or Hydrogeology; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years progressive experience with regulatory authorities and engineers/scientists.
• Strong understanding of groundwater flow principles and models.
• Proficient in written reports and presentations.

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.

Skills

Hydrogeology knowledge

Groundwater modeling

Regulatory experience

Technical writing

Client development

Florida hydrogeology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist in our Central Florida Water Market, serving the Orlando, Tampa, and Lakeland area. A geology/hydrogeology degree is required, with a Master’s preferred and 10+ years of directly related experience with regulators and project teams.

The role focuses on groundwater flow modeling, surface-water hydrology, and water-resource development, with opportunities to manage projects, mentor staff, and engage with clients and agencies on complex challenges.