Senior Principal Hydrogeologist - Growth & Leadership

Stantec; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Hydrogeologist to lead growth in Southern California, expand client relationships, and guide high‑performing teams in groundwater, water resources, and site remediation services. The role emphasizes seller‑doer responsibilities, revenue growth, and strategic project leadership.

You will mentor staff, pursue opportunities with water agencies and utilities, and collaborate with regional leaders to shape the California hydrogeology practice and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, civil engineering, water resources engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree such as an MS or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant professional experience required; 15 or more years preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex groundwater, water resources, and environmental projects and client portfolios.
• Experience leading and mentoring multidisciplinary teams of hydrogeologists, geologists, engineers, and scientists.
• Experience managing major projects or client portfolios with budgets exceeding $4 million or more.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with existing and prospective clients, including water agencies, municipalities, groundwater sustainability agencies (GSAs), regulatory agencies, and private-sector organizations throughout California.
• Identify, qualify, and capture new business opportunities that align with Stantec’s strategic growth objectives.
• Lead proposal development, presentations, interviews, and contract negotiations to secure new work.
• Maintain accountability for annual sales goals, revenue growth, and backlog development through proactive business development activities.
• Represent Stantec in groundwater, environmental, and water resources industry organizations to enhance market visibility and generate new opportunities.

Skills

Seller-doer

Business development

Client relationship management

Technical leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in hydrogeology or related field

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

MODFLOW

IWFM

FEFLOW

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Hydrogeologist to lead growth in Southern California, expand client relationships, and guide high‑performing teams in groundwater, water resources, and site remediation services. The role emphasizes seller‑doer responsibilities, revenue growth, and strategic project leadership.

You will mentor staff, pursue opportunities with water agencies and utilities, and collaborate with regional leaders to shape the California hydrogeology practice and ensure