Senior Hydrogeology Lead: Mine Water, Permitting & Closure

Jobtailor; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced Principal-in-Charge or Technical Director to lead hydrogeologic and environmental projects for mining developments, based in Alaska. You will oversee groundwater characterization, aquifer testing, water balance, and modeling, ensuring regulatory compliance and project success.

You will guide environmental baseline investigations, mine closure planning, and long-term water quality management while mentoring staff and expanding client relationships in North America.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in hydrogeology, mining environmental consulting, geology, or related disciplines.
• Expertise in mine-related hydrogeologic investigations and water resource assessments.
• Experience designing and managing environmental baseline programs for mine permitting and development projects.
• Strong understanding of mine water management, groundwater modeling, hydrology, geochemistry, and environmental monitoring.
• Experience supporting mine closure planning, reclamation, remediation, and long-term environmental management.
• Familiarity with permitting and regulatory frameworks applicable to mining projects in Alaska and North America.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary technical teams and complex projects.
• Established or developing relationships within the mining industry.

Responsibilities

• Led groundwater characterization, aquifer testing, water balance assessments, and predictive hydrogeologic modeling.
• Provided senior technical oversight for mine water management and tailings facility hydrogeology.
• Directed environmental baseline investigations supporting mine permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Managed multidisciplinary teams across groundwater, surface water, water quality, and monitoring programs.
• Led proposal development, project scoping, and business strategy initiatives.

Skills

Groundwater Modeling

Mine Water Management

Hydrogeology

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Business Development

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Professional Geologist (PG)

Professional Engineer (PE)

Advanced degree in Hydrogeology/Geology

Tools

MODFLOW

Job description

Jobtailor seeks an experienced Principal-in-Charge or Technical Director to lead hydrogeologic and environmental projects for mining developments, based in Alaska. You will oversee groundwater characterization, aquifer testing, water balance, and modeling, ensuring regulatory compliance and project success.

You will guide environmental baseline investigations, mine closure planning, and long-term water quality management while mentoring staff and expanding client relationships in North America.