Senior Hydrogeologist

Woodard & Curran

. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on groundwater and water supply challenges .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in groundwater resource management, hydrogeologic investigations, and project leadership, with a strong focus on client relationship building and business development. Proficient in technical writing and communication, with a commitment to fostering high-performing teams and delivering quality project outcomes.

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Groundwater Resource ManagementHydrogeologic InvestigationsProject ManagementClient Relationship BuildingTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Groundwater ResourcesHydrogeologic InvestigationsAquifer Storage & Recovery (ASR)Water Supply Well DevelopmentWell RehabilitationProject Scope ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementTechnical ReviewBusiness Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointArcGISMODFLOWLeapfrog WorksAQTESOLVPythonJavelin Pro+Groundwater-Related Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

California Professional Geologist (PG) LicenseProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Groundwater InfrastructureWater Supply ChallengesHigh-Capacity Well SitingWellfield OperationsHydrogeology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on groundwater and water supply challenges
Lead groundwater resource and infrastructure projects, overseeing technical approach, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery
Plan and implement hydrogeologic investigations for groundwater resource evaluations, high-capacity well siting, water supply well development, ASR and injection well feasibility and design, well rehabilitation, and wellfield operations
Manage multiple priorities and lead internal and external teams
Communicate with clients, project teams, and stakeholders through reports, presentations, and meetings
Develop proposals, scopes of work, and marketing materials
Identify new business opportunities and market sectors
Provide technical review, oversight, and quality control of project deliverables
Mentor and coach staff through technical guidance, professional development, and project leadership
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Civil Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of professional hydrogeology experience
Strong technical expertise in groundwater resources, hydrogeologic investigations, groundwater well infrastructure, and Aquifer Storage & Recovery (ASR)
Experience assessing and optimizing water-supply well productivity and recharge/injection well operations
Experience planning and implementing groundwater resource evaluations, high-capacity well siting, well development, ASR projects, injection wells, well rehabilitation, and wellfield operations
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing technical teams
Strong project management skills, including management of scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables
Experience building client relationships and contributing to business development efforts
Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, presentation, and computer skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience leveraging artificial intelligence tools effectively and responsibly in professional workflows
California Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure quickly
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Master's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred
Experience with ArcGIS, MODFLOW, Leapfrog Works, AQTESOLV, Python, Javelin Pro+, and groundwater-related databases is a plus
Arizona or additional state licensure is a plus
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible, and solutions-focused professional

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Professional growth opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Meaningful work supporting clients, communities, and the planet
Opportunity to collaborate in a supportive, employee-owned consulting environment
Professional development and mentoring opportunities