Senior Hydrogeologist

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will join our Drinking Water Team in our Portsmouth, NH, Manchester, NH, Portland, ME, and Woburn, MA offices, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Drinking Water Team and Projects

At Tighe & Bond, you’ll join one of the region’s most respected drinking water teams—trusted by hundreds of water suppliers for more than a century. Our award-winning professionals are passionate about safeguarding public health, advancing sustainable water systems, and strengthening vital infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, from developing new groundwater sources and rehabilitating wells to designing wastewater recharge systems across New England and New York . Our full-service expertise spans diversion permitting, surface water hydrology, hydraulic modeling, rate studies, and more—ensuring our clients’ systems are resilient, cost-effective, and future-ready. If you’re excited to work alongside industry leaders, tackle complex challenges, and help build smarter, stronger communities, we invite you to bring your skills and passion to our Drinking Water Team.

Responsibilities, Requirements, And Total Rewards

What You'll Be Doing

Responsibilities

As a valuable part of our Drinking Water Team, a Senior Hydrogeologist will serve as a top technical leader across Tighe & Bond's multidisciplinary practice areas with responsibilities such as:

• Provide technical leadership, innovation, and strategic direction on complex, multidisciplinary projects
• Serve as a “go-to” technical expert across multiple practice areas, addressing the firm’s most challenging technical issues
• Lead hydrogeologic services including feasibility assessments, siting of bedrock and stratified drift wells, groundwater withdrawal permitting, and evaluating and designing groundwater recharge systems
• Oversee the design and rehabilitation of public water supply wells, including pump testing to determine well yield and aquifer characteristics
• Model groundwater hydrology with a focus on contaminant source assessment, fate and transport, mounding analyses, and delineating recharge areas
• Actively participate , and provide leadership, in Tighe & Bond’s Communities of Practice program
• Help develop technical standards, processes, and tools that strengthen the firm’s capabilities
• Conduct quality control (QC) reviews on complex project deliverables and occasional quality assurance (QA) review
• Support strategic business efforts such as marketing plans, client pursuit strategies, and staff hiring and retention planning
• Lead technical focus areas in business development, including proposal writing and presentations
• Publish technical papers, leading at least two external forums or presentations annually, and stay engaged in professional organizations
• Promote Tighe & Bond’s expertise through thought leadership, content marketing, and multimedia
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff to grow the next generation of hydrogeologic experts
• Spearhead at least two technical initiatives each year aimed at advancing internal practices or innovations
  
  

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Licensed Professional Geologist (PG) or Certificate as needed
• Substantial years of experience designing, permitting, and evaluating groundwater systems for drinking water and wastewater recharge
• Demonstrated experience working in the northeast U.S., with knowledge of local and state water regulations and permitting
• Proven technical leadership across complex projects, with a track record of solving difficult hydrogeologic challenges
• Strong communication skills with experience delivering technical and client-facing presentations
• Background in managing proposals, client development, and strategic positioning
• Membership in at least two relevant professional organizations
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and continuous improvement
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Hydrogeology or a relevant field
• Familiarity with New England and New York water regulations, permitting processes, and funding opportunities
• Experience leading strategic practice initiatives at a regional or firmwide level
• Demonstrated record of presenting at industry conferences, publishing technical papers and actively contributing to professional boards and committees
  
  

Your Financial And Wellness Benefits

• Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the salary range below
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Best in Class Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
• Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
• Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance
  
  

More Information About Tighe & Bond

Ways to Grow Your Career

We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.

Our Culture and Values

We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.

We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create and cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.

More About Tighe & Bond

We are a leading employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm, recognized for its commitment to excellence. With a team of over 600 professionals, we provide innovative solutions for land use, water resources, transportation, and environmental challenges throughout the Northeast. As a top 10 ENR New England Design Firm and the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable future.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.

Pay Range

USD $114,429.00 - USD $150,188.00 /Yr.