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HDR is seeking a Senior Geochemist with 10 or more years of experience. The successful candidate may be based in one of HDR’s Colorado offices, but other locations will also be considered. This individual will support ongoing project workload, as well as interface with clients, lead and team on the pursuit of new work. The primary duties of this position include a range of scientific, monitoring, testing, and modeling services for a variety of environmental projects at locations such as industrial facilities, power stations, abandoned and operating mines, and water supplies. This position requires a versatile professional that is eager to learn and values the opportunity for professional development through a variety of project assignments. The position will require travel/field-work (up to 25%) with most work conducted in Colorado but may require support for other projects worldwide.
In the role of Geochemist, we'll count on you to
Lead the planning and implementation of geochemical investigations to assess soils, groundwater, or surface water metals impacts.Interpret geochemical data to assess the nature and extent of contaminants in environmental matrices.Develop conceptual models of geochemical processes to support site characterization, remediation, and water management planning.Collaborate with hydrogeologists, geologists, environmental scientists, and engineers to integrate geochemical data into groundwater or surface water models.Conduct geochemical modeling using PHREEQC or Geochemist WorkbenchCoordinate with labs and conduct data review and validationPerform other related duties as necessary.Work both independently on small projects and as part of larger project teams to assist senior personnel.Interface with clients on existing projects and the development of new work.Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on environmental projects involving soil and groundwater contamination, remediation, and exploration/mining.Experience conducting technical evaluations and data computation to evaluate support compliance and contaminant fate and transport evaluations.Demonstrated knowledge of conceptual site models and the ability to critically analyze these models to identify data gaps and inform field investigation scoping activities.Knowledge of geochemical modeling software (PHREEQC, Geochemist Workbench)Demonstrated basic working skills with GIS, Microsoft Excel and Word.Strong technical writing skills.Demonstrated mentoring leadership skills.Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.Proven skills in developing proposals and winning work for multi-disciplinary teams.Experience conducting geochemical evaluations to support mining operations. Experience with environmental permitting.Qualified Environmental Person certification or licensure is a plus.MSHA Part 48 training is a plus.#LI-LA1
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Environment Science or closely related field10 years experience in complex environmental planning/compliance projectsDemonstrated knowledge of the NEPA processDemonstrated knowledge of the NEPA processExperience managing large, complex EIS documents for transportation, large facility, land management, or other infrastructure projectsTechnical expertise in the design, implementation, interpretation and presentation of data for environmental studies and investigations in specialized disciplineProficient with MS OfficeSelf-starter with excellent writing and communication skillsStrong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilitiesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStaff management experience beneficialAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
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