Senior Water Resources Hydrogeologist/Engineer

MBC Talent Connections; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Bonuses

401(k) plan

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

MBC Talent Connections is seeking a Senior Water Resources Hydrogeologist/Engineer in Texas to lead projects from planning through design and implementation. You will guide technical direction, manage client relationships, and mentor team members across Texas, Colorado, California, and beyond.

The role requires a PE or PG, 8+ years of experience, and strong work ethic; travel up to 25% is expected. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Active PG or PE license, or ability to obtain Texas licensure through reciprocity.
• 8+ years as a hydrogeologist or engineer on water resources projects.
• Proven business development success, including proposals, contract execution, and repeat business.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and responsive client communication.
• Track record of maintaining long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrogeologic conceptual models, water balances, numerical modeling, and groundwater availability.
• Lead water supply assessments, planning studies, and conservation programs.
• Guide groundwater well design, construction, and testing.
• Review project deliverables for quality and accuracy.
• Set project strategy and lead technical staff to deliver on time and within budget.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, invoicing, and subconsultants.
• Identify new opportunities and prepare proposals and statements of qualifications.
• Develop scopes of work and fee estimates.
• Build lasting client and industry relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff and help grow the Texas team.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Project Management

Business Development

Client Relationships

Technical Writing

Team Leadership

Time Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental/Civil Engineering or Geology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

MODFLOW

Data Visualization Tools

Job description

Senior Water Resources Hydrogeologist/Engineer

Location: Houston, TX or Austin, TX (candidates elsewhere in Texas or in other locations may be considered)
Type: Full-time, professional

About the Role

Lead business development, project management, and technical oversight for water resources projects, from early planning through design, implementation, and completion. You will report to the Practice Area Director and work with clients in Texas, Colorado, California, and other states.

What You'll Do

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a technical resource on hydrogeologic conceptual models, water balances, numerical modeling, and groundwater availability
• Lead water supply assessments, planning studies, and conservation programs
• Guide groundwater well design, construction, and testing
• Review project deliverables for quality and accuracy

Project Management

• Set project strategy and lead technical staff to deliver on time and within budget
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, invoicing, and subconsultants

Business Development

• Identify new opportunities and prepare proposals and statements of qualifications
• Develop scopes of work and fee estimates
• Build lasting client and industry relationships as a trusted advisor

Team Development

• Mentor junior and mid-level staff in technical, project management, and business development skills
• Help supervise and grow the Texas team
• Assist in setting performance goals

What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related field
• Master's degree preferred

Licensure

• Active Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain Texas licensure through reciprocity

Experience

• 8+ years as a hydrogeologist or engineer on water resources projects
• Proven business development success, including proposals, contract execution, and repeat business
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and responsive client communication
• Track record of maintaining long-term client relationships

Technical Skills

• Numerical groundwater modeling (e.g., MODFLOW) and groundwater availability investigations
• Water resources planning, ArcGIS, data management and visualization, and technical writing
• Knowledge of Texas groundwater regulations, water data sources, groundwater availability models, and regional water planning

Core Strengths

• Clear communication with clients, subconsultants, regulators, and the public
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong time management and work ethic

Work Environment

• Fast-paced setting with a high workload and frequent short deadlines
• Occasional travel, sometimes overnight, for client meetings and site visits (up to 25%)
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and to sit or stand for extended periods
• Regular communication in person, by phone, and in virtual meetings

Compensation and Benefits

• Employee-owned firm with a strong work/life culture
• Competitive pay with incentive bonuses
• Retirement benefits through an employee stock ownership plan and 401(k) profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Career advancement and training opportunities

Equal opportunity employer.