Senior Hydrogeologist & Water Resources Lead

HDR; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR seeks a Senior Hydrogeologist / Project Manager with 10+ years of experience to lead groundwater resources projects across the Midwest and Western U.S. The role emphasizes leadership, client coordination, data analysis, modeling, and field activities, with opportunities to contribute to water supply planning and reliability programs.

The position requires strong communication, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams on complex assignments within an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Water Resources, or closely related field.
• 10+ years of analysis, modeling and design and management experience.
• Project management skills a plus.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level technical expertise with regard to hydraulic/hydrologic analysis, modeling and investigation.
• Specialize in project areas that have greater scope and complexity.
• Plan and develop projects or design activities with significant impact on major company programs.
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians.
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects as needed, though project management is not the sole focus of the position.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Groundwater modeling

GIS

Groundwater quality

Water rights

Well design

Aquifer testing

Field experience

Hydrogeology

Hydraulic analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Water Resources, or closely related field

Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Water Resources, or closely related field

Job description

HDR seeks a Senior Hydrogeologist / Project Manager with 10+ years of experience to lead groundwater resources projects across the Midwest and Western U.S. The role emphasizes leadership, client coordination, data analysis, modeling, and field activities, with opportunities to contribute to water supply planning and reliability programs.

The position requires strong communication, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams on complex assignments within an