What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Hydrogeologist position at Houston Engineering, Inc.?
Company Description
Job Locations: Sioux Falls, SD
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HEI is a full service civil engineering, surveying, environmental and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Having been in business for over 50 years, we have provided outstanding client service and effectively managed our business strategy resulting in sustained growth for the organization. Our commitment continues to be, meeting our client needs and providing an engaging & productive atmosphere for our employees.
As a progressive firm we are seeking team members who have a passion for growth and innovation. At HEI, we empower team members to foster professional development and maximize your potential. The challenge and opportunity you seek can be found at Houston Engineering. We are looking for a team member that can help develop and grow our hydrogeological services group.
Job Description
- Generate technical work plans and proposals for field assessments, site characterizations, monitoring and data collection of contaminated soils, surface water, sediment and groundwater
- Conduct or support junior staff to interpret water quality data, conduct statistical analysis of geologic and groundwater chemistry, complete analytical modeling/feasibility studies and develop technical reports
- Strong understanding of geologic processes and groundwater movement and occurrence in glacial terrains, as well as
- Strong understanding of groundwater geochemistry and the relationship to solid waste and petroleum/regulated substances
- Ability to support ground water modeling and analysis assessments focused on connections with surface water resources
- Lead and/or assist multidisciplinary team(s) with analysis and reporting
- Project management including internal team coordination and direct coordination with clients
- Demonstrated business development and client relationship development skills
- Commitments: Fieldwork: Up to 5% and Overnight Travel: Up to 10%
Likely project areas include projects ranging from water resources to solid waste management. Candidate must be willing to travel throughout the state/region for project meetings, project management, business development related activities, and occasional outdoor work to support junior staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an earth science discipline such as geology or hydrogeology with a preference for a Master’s degree;
- Minimum 5 years of experience;
- Preference for experience working in environmental consulting;
- Licensure as a Professional Geologist in Minnesota and an ability to expand licensure within our geographic footprint;
- Prior work experience with industrial sites including solid waste management facilities (preferred).
- Prior work experience with regulatory agencies within our geographic footprint.
- Demonstrated knowledge of environmental due diligence projects including support of environmental permitting and compliance assistance.
- Strong written and oral communication skills. Self-motivated, willingness to conduct business development, detail oriented and well organized.
Additional Information
As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay, significant annual bonuses, paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA & FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.
Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the PB 50 best places to work for several years in a row!
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