Senior Lead Hydrogeologist — Sign-On Bonus

Apex Companies, LLC; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Hydrogeologist to lead groundwater, regulatory compliance, and UIC projects across Florida and the Southeast. The role demands extensive expertise in hydrogeologic evaluations, water use permitting, and project leadership across multidisciplinary teams.

The position offers strategic growth, mentorship, and opportunities to shape environmental consulting programs while managing client relationships and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Sciences, Hydrogeology, or related field.
• Professional Geologist (PG) license.
• 15+ years of experience in hydrogeology, groundwater resources, environmental consulting, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of groundwater flow systems, hydrogeologic characterization, water quality analysis, and UIC permitting and compliance.
• Demonstrated project management experience with technical and financial responsibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing client relationships and multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead for hydrogeologic evaluations and water resource projects.
• Plan, manage, and execute groundwater monitoring, aquifer testing, water quality evaluations, and hydrogeologic assessments.
• Lead evaluations associated with UIC systems, ASR projects, Class I and Class V injection wells, potable water supply development, and deep well disposal systems.
• Interpret hydrogeologic, geologic, and water quality data to support permitting, compliance, and design efforts.
• Prepare and review technical reports, permit applications, work plans, and regulatory documentation.
• Manage multiple projects with scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate field investigations, drilling operations, testing programs, and subcontractors.
• Lead project teams including hydrogeologists, geologists, engineers, and environmental scientists.

Skills

Geology expertise

Project management

Water quality analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology

Professional Geologist (PG) license

Job description

Apex Companies, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Hydrogeologist to lead groundwater, regulatory compliance, and UIC projects across Florida and the Southeast. The role demands extensive expertise in hydrogeologic evaluations, water use permitting, and project leadership across multidisciplinary teams.

The position offers strategic growth, mentorship, and opportunities to shape environmental consulting programs while managing client relationships and budgets.