Senior Hydrogeologist - ( 2400048R )

Description

At Stantec, we approach every mining project we undertake—whether at the local, regional, or international level— thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address their communities’ unique needs throughout the mining lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with technical excellence, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We’re a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that’s critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Mining, Minerals and Metals Business Line is hiring a Senior Hydrogeologist to join their growing team [multiple locations in US and Canada].

The Senior Hydrogeologist will take a technical lead role and execute unsaturated and saturated flow modeling and related projects for mining studies/projects of varying size and complexity, and at various project stages from initial concepts through to execution. This person may be required to work on several projects at a time. We support clients in all phases of the mining life cycle, from exploration through post-closure.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work with clients to deliver safe, responsible, and innovative solutions.

• Work with hydrogeologists, geochemists, and geotechnical engineers, to develop conceptual site models, develop analytical and numerical models of unsaturated and saturated groundwater flow, and design cover systems.

• Developing mine water management approaches including water budgets, mine dewatering, waste material impoundments and groundwater containment/mitigation.

• Attend meetings and interface with clients, agencies, external consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, and/or vendors.

• Participate in technical reviews.

• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on their own projects and projects of peers.

• Prepare technical reports.

• Support business development efforts and proposal preparation.

• International or national travel can be expected.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proven problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Be a driver of a positive work environment.

• Expertise in unsaturated flow modeling using HYDRUS or other similar software.

• Expertise in evaluating cover design.

• Expertise in saturated flow modeling using MODFLOW and/or FEFLOW.

• Strong technical report writing skills.

• Experience in marketing and preparing proposals and presentations.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Ability to mentor junior to mid-level staff.

• Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis.

• Ability to manage time, be organized, and set priorities.

• Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of an M.S. in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geochemistry or related field is preferred.

• A minimum of 10 years of working experience in consulting or regulatory environment, regularly developing or utilizing unsaturated and saturated flow models is preferred.

• Existing professional registration or ability to work towards a professional registration (PG or PE).

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #feelingenergized

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Salary Range(s):

• $91,100 - $136,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO and HI and MD

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Utah-Salt Lake City

Other Locations : United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Arizona-Chandler

Organization : BC-1829 Mining-US

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Nov 19, 2024, 10:47:06 AM

Req ID: 2400048R

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans