Intermediate Hydrogeologist

Responsibilities

What your day will look like

Project Management & Design 

Manage and develop scopes of work for water supply assessments including well drilling, design and testing. Aquifer testing, analysis, characterization and provide recommendations to clients on protection measures. Develop conceptual and/or numerical groundwater models using industry-standard software such as MODFLOW or FEFLOW . Analyse, interpret and/or visualize various forms of data including aquifer testing results, groundwater elevations, geochemistry and spatial data. Lead and oversee the design and implementation of sampling programs for the collection of soil, groundwater, surface water and sediments. Provide insight to Phase I/II/III ESAs to support in the management and remediation of contaminant assessment projects. Comply with corporate, client, and site-specific health and safety protocols and programs and applicable health and safety regulations. Work with senior specialists and technical teams on the development of remedial and/or risk management options.

 Business Development 

Respond to Requests for Proposal related to contaminated sites work and develop strong client relationships. Coordinate, manage and build business relationships with: clients, regulators, service providers (., laboratories, sub-contractor) and third-party stakeholders.

Learning & Development 

A commitment to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development. Support the career development of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring. Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed

Seven or more years of experience in hydrogeology or environmental consulting. Strong background in physical and contaminant hydrogeology, contaminated sites management, remediation and health and safety. A degree in earth science/hydrogeology, environmental engineering, geology, or another relevant discipline. Licensed to practice as a Professional Geoscientist or Engineer (or eligible for transfer of registration from another jurisdiction). Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills. Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills. Passionate about personal and professional growth, working collaboratively to meet and exceed our clients’ expectations, and developing innovative solutions. Valid driver’s license.

Experience

Proven experience managing projects and providing consulting services in the field of hydrogeology and contaminant management. Proven experience in developing cost proposals.  Technical proficiency in industry-standard modeling softwares such as MODFLOW or FEFLOW is considered an asset.

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