Senior Consultant, Hydrogeologist and Field Lead

Senior Consultant, Hydrogeologist and Field Lead Join to apply for the Senior Consultant, Hydrogeologist and Field Lead role at ERM. About ERM ERM is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services with offices in over 40 countries. We have worked with many of the Global Fortune 500 companies delivering innovative solutions for business and selected government clients helping them understand and manage the sustainability challenges that the world is increasingly facing. The breadth of experience over our 40-year history means we have an extraordinary track record and excel at taking on complex and challenging projects. In Canada, our clients are primarily in the mining and oil & gas sectors, and we support water management through all phases of the project life cycle. We are currently engaged in exciting, transformative projects with major clients. Your work will contribute directly to the success of these, and other projects. Key Responsibilities Assist senior hydrogeologists in planning field programs including drilling, installation and testing of monitoring and pumping wells, and multi-year groundwater and surface water monitoring and sampling. Plan and coordinate field logistics for personnel and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with company, site-specific, and client health and safety protocols. Supervise drilling and installation of shallow and deep monitoring wells, pumping wells, collect drill cuttings including soil, rock and core samples and classify using unified soil classification system. Install and download data from data loggers and vibrating wire piezometers. Manage and perform QA/QC of data collection in a field setting. Familiar with multiple field techniques to obtain aquifer characteristics including slug, step-drawdown, and constant rate pumping. Conduct groundwater sampling using various methods (e.g., low-flow, HydraSleeve, and peristaltic pumps). Ability to troubleshoot in a field setting. Analyze slug, step and pump test data by applying hydrogeological analytical solutions using industry-standard software (e.g., AQTESOLV, AquiferTest Pro). Prepare technical reports, memoranda, proposals, and presentations in collaboration with senior hydrogeologists. Contribute to business development by supporting proposal preparation and maintaining strong client relationships. Requirements B.Sc. degree in geoscience, hydrogeology, engineering, or a related field with strong academic credentials in physical and contaminant hydrogeology. 3+ years of consulting experience in hydrogeology field work planning and execution, groundwater data analysis, and reporting. Eligible for trainee (E.I.T/G.I.T.) or professional geoscientist/engineer (P.Eng./P.Geo.) designation in a Canadian jurisdiction. Experience leading field programs for baseline hydrogeological and impact assessment projects, including drilling and installation of shallow and deep groundwater monitoring and pumping wells; groundwater and surface water monitoring and sampling programs; aquifer characterization and hydraulic conductivity testing (e.g., pumping, step-drawdown, and slug tests). Skilled in managing field personnel and subcontractors for extended programs in remote and challenging environments. Proficient in reducing and analyzing field data to determine aquifer properties (e.g., hydraulic conductivity, transmissivity, storativity) and estimating sustainable yields using AQTESOLV, AquiferTest Pro, and Surfer. Strong understanding of physical and contaminant hydrogeology processes in mining, oil and gas, and industrial/commercial site contexts. Excellent team building, mentorship, communication, and influencing skills; high integrity; and ability to address client and business needs effectively. Detail-oriented, adaptable, and collaborative with a positive outlook. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships. Inspired by contributing to ERM’s global success and open to supporting soil sampling and contaminated sites work as part of multidisciplinary teams. Willingness to travel and spend time out of the office (up to 60%+ of time). Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Preferred Requirements 4+ years of consulting experience preferred in hydrogeology field work planning and execution, groundwater data analysis, and reporting. Experience with MODFLOW and/or FEFLOW is not required but will be considered an asset. Compensation For the Senior Consultant, Hydrogeologist and Field Lead position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $73,609 – $83,047 (CAD). Pay positioning will depend on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business/organizational needs. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible). Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable. Apply You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Equal Opportunity ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you for your interest in ERM #J-18808-Ljbffr