Hydrogeologist

OverviewAre you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.Your OpportunityDillon’s Atlantic offices (Fredericton, Saint John, Sydney, Halifax) seek a motivated and enthusiastic Hydrogeologist to join our team and take a key role in one of our Atlantic offices. The successful candidate will lead and support a variety of hydrogeological and environmental projects. You will leverage your expertise to manage complex projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute significantly to our work in groundwater resource management, contaminant hydrogeology, environmental remediation, and groundwater flow modelling. We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.ResponsibilitiesWhat your day will look likeLead, manage, and provide senior oversight for field programs, including well drilling operations, installation of monitoring wells, soil and groundwater sampling/monitoring, and geological logging.Design, oversee, and interpret complex hydraulic tests, including slug, recovery, and pumping tests, to assess aquifer properties.Lead and manage hydrogeological investigations for various projects, including those related to landfills.Lead the assessment, design, and monitoring for dewatering projects.Lead, design, oversee and manage environmental site assessments and remediation projects.Manage, interpret, and analyze complex hydrogeological data using groundwater flow models.Lead the preparation of high-quality technical reports, work plans, and proposals.Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables, ensuring client satisfaction.Mentor and develop junior hydrogeologists and technical staff.Contribute to business development activities, including client relationship management and strategic proposal development.Ensure adherence to health and safety protocols in all field and office activities.Collaborate with project managers, senior hydrogeologists, and other team members.Learning & DevelopmentCommit to self-development and ongoing learning to stay knowledgeable of industry best practices and advancements in water resources engineering.Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.Contribute to the career advancement of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring.QualificationsWhat you will need to succeedA diploma in environmental or civil engineering, environmental or civil engineering technology or environmental sciencesGeo. or P.Eng. License, or eligible to apply for within a year5+ years experience in environmental consulting will be an assetStrong desire to learnStrong work ethic with genuine interest in environmental programs and field workValid Driver’s LicenseExperienceExperience working around heavy equipment, including drill rigs and excavators will be considered an assetStrong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skillsExceptional problem solving and critical thinking skillsDemonstrated abilities to work in multidisciplinary team and independentlyExceptional working knowledge of Microsoft Office i.e. Excel and WordKnowledge in several of: geology, hydrogeology, field procedures, basic chemistry, contracting/construction, geotechnical concerns, geology, remediation, engineering, site characterization, health and safety will be considered an assetExperience in phased site assessment and remediation and/or hazardous building substances survey will be an assetExperience with groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, pumping tests, slug tests, data loggers will be an assetExperience with soil and sediment sampling will be an assetUnderstanding of statistical analyses and terms, comfortable completing common statistical procedures properly and can differentiate between similar summary statistics like mean vs. median vs. mode. Able to create visual representations or tables to present statistical results from data analysesExperience in laboratory bottle orders and chain of custody completion will be an assetKnowledge of relevant provincial, and federal environmental legislation and policies will be considered an assetProficiency in AUTOCAD, GIS, Surfer, AquiferTest, AQTESOLV, MODFLOW, FEFLOW or other groundwater modelling software, or database abilities will be an assetWhy choose DillonDillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and are empowered to continually grow and develop.We live our core values:Reliability: words that result in actions build trust;Achievement: do the work to hit the target;Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;Creativity: discover new possibilities;Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differencesIn addition, we offer:Employee share purchase planDillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all full-time regular employeesA competitive compensation packageComprehensive health benefitsGenerous retirement savings planStudent loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributionsFlexible work hoursLearning and Development opportunitiesFocus on InnovationEmployee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Wellness SubsidyAbout DillonDillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 20 offices and more than 1000 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program.Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon: Dillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences. Inclusion is more than a word to us, it is the way we choose to run our business. Please connect with us if you require accommodation in the interview process. We would love to hear from youSeniority level: AssociateEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Research, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustries: Business Consulting and ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dillon Consulting Limited by 2xGet notified about new Hydrogeologist jobs in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr