Senior Resource Geologist: Lead Modeling & Projects (Remote)

SLR Consulting; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical, dental, orthodontia, vision

401(k) with company matching

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SLR Consulting is seeking a Principal Resource Geologist in Denver to lead geological modelling, block-model construction, and NI 43-101 reporting. You will mentor junior geologists and coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality assessments for precious and base metals across diverse terranes.

You will use Leapfrog, Vulcan, MinePlan, Datamine, or MicroMine for 3D modeling, conduct due diligence, and contribute to client development and project delivery with strong QA/QC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geological Engineering.
• 15–20+ years of minerals exploration and resource estimation.
• Qualified Person (QP) certification required.
• Experience with geostatistics and estimation methods (OK, IDW, etc.).
• 3D mine modeling using Leapfrog, Vulcan, MinePlan, Datamine or MicroMine.

Responsibilities

• Develop geological models and interpretations.
• Construct block models for resource and reserve estimates.
• Prepare NI 43-101 reports or international equivalents.
• Lead due diligence reviews for project financing, M&A.
• Manage projects and mentor junior geologists.

Skills

Geology

Geostatistics

Project leadership

Technical writing

Communication (English)

Spanish (advantage)

Education

Geology or Geological Engineering (Bachelor’s)

Qualified Person (QP) certification

CPG / SME-RM / MMSA certifications (desirable)

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

MinePlan

Datamine

MicroMine

Job description

SLR Consulting is seeking a Principal Resource Geologist in Denver to lead geological modelling, block-model construction, and NI 43-101 reporting. You will mentor junior geologists and coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality assessments for precious and base metals across diverse terranes.

You will use Leapfrog, Vulcan, MinePlan, Datamine, or MicroMine for 3D modeling, conduct due diligence, and contribute to client development and project delivery with strong QA/QC