Geosyntec Consultants
Experienced Water Resources Professional
Geosyntec Consultants, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Experienced Water Resources Professional
Primary Location
US-UT-Salt Lake City
ID
2024-2912
Category
Water Resources
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Remote
No
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an
Experienced Water Resources Professional (Engineer, Hydrogeologist, Scientist, etc.)
in
Salt Lake City, Utah . The role involves leading and assisting our growing water resource engineering and management team. The position's responsibilities include identifying and spearheading business development opportunities in Utah's water resources, as well as contributing to various current and future projects across the Western United States. Familiarity with Utah's water laws, water rights, and water banking, is advantageous. Utah is grappling with limited water resources to manage escalating demand. The state's water users are perpetually confronted with challenging and fluctuating conditions. Geosyntec is eager to invest in Utah's future water management by developing a local skilled practice group to provide support for water banking, water rights, managed aquifer recharge, among other areas.Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
You will be engaged in a wide range of technical duties and business development within our growing water resources practice, with a focus on projects in Utah. Building on your past work experience with mentorship from our senior staff, your typical responsibilities will include:Leading client and agency interactions, including presenting technical information to state and local agencies and the public;
Leading business development for Utah water resources opportunities, staff development, and mentoring;Developing water resource engineering and management studies, including water banking, water rights, and managed aquifer recharge studies;Evaluating hydrology, groundwater, water quality, and water demand data in the context of water supply management;Reviewing and interpreting water right files relative to Utah State law, Utah Division of Water Rights policies & guidance, and case law;Reviewing and interpreting water use data, metering data, land use, and crop records;Conducting field investigations, including estimation of water use, well inspections, streamflow monitoring, and a range of related activities to support water resource projects;Performing simple to complex quantitative spreadsheet analyses;Performing a range of water right permitting activities including new and change applications, administrative divisions, permit extensions, municipal conformances, and helping develop certification recommendations; andHelp broaden our reputation via publishing and visibility at prominent industry conferences.Education and Licensure
Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, natural resources science, watershed sciences, environmental management, or environmental science with an emphasis on water resources or a closely related discipline. (required)Advanced degree in engineering, geology, natural resources science, watershed sciences, environmental management, or environmental science, with emphasis on water resources or closely related discipline. (preferred)Professional registration (i.e., P.E., P.G. CPESC, CPSWG). (preferred)Skills, Experience and Qualifications
At least 7 years of experience as a water resources engineering or management professional or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)Familiarity with Utah's water laws, water rights, and water banking, including the Water Banking Act (Utah Code 73-31-101(20)). (required)An outstanding track record in client management and technical leadership. (preferred)Project experience involving water resources, groundwater recharge, water banking, and water rights. (preferred)Experience with Geographic Information Systems (ArcGIS pro and ArcGIS Online). (preferred)Strong written communication skills. (required)Experience with grant writing. (preferred)Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.Valid U.S. driver's license and satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)#LI-TH1#LI-Onsite#LI-Hybrid
Primary Location
US-UT-Salt Lake City
ID
2024-2912
Category
Water Resources
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Remote
No
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an
Experienced Water Resources Professional (Engineer, Hydrogeologist, Scientist, etc.)
in
Salt Lake City, Utah . The role involves leading and assisting our growing water resource engineering and management team. The position's responsibilities include identifying and spearheading business development opportunities in Utah's water resources, as well as contributing to various current and future projects across the Western United States. Familiarity with Utah's water laws, water rights, and water banking, is advantageous. Utah is grappling with limited water resources to manage escalating demand. The state's water users are perpetually confronted with challenging and fluctuating conditions. Geosyntec is eager to invest in Utah's future water management by developing a local skilled practice group to provide support for water banking, water rights, managed aquifer recharge, among other areas.Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
You will be engaged in a wide range of technical duties and business development within our growing water resources practice, with a focus on projects in Utah. Building on your past work experience with mentorship from our senior staff, your typical responsibilities will include:Leading client and agency interactions, including presenting technical information to state and local agencies and the public;
Leading business development for Utah water resources opportunities, staff development, and mentoring;Developing water resource engineering and management studies, including water banking, water rights, and managed aquifer recharge studies;Evaluating hydrology, groundwater, water quality, and water demand data in the context of water supply management;Reviewing and interpreting water right files relative to Utah State law, Utah Division of Water Rights policies & guidance, and case law;Reviewing and interpreting water use data, metering data, land use, and crop records;Conducting field investigations, including estimation of water use, well inspections, streamflow monitoring, and a range of related activities to support water resource projects;Performing simple to complex quantitative spreadsheet analyses;Performing a range of water right permitting activities including new and change applications, administrative divisions, permit extensions, municipal conformances, and helping develop certification recommendations; andHelp broaden our reputation via publishing and visibility at prominent industry conferences.Education and Licensure
Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, natural resources science, watershed sciences, environmental management, or environmental science with an emphasis on water resources or a closely related discipline. (required)Advanced degree in engineering, geology, natural resources science, watershed sciences, environmental management, or environmental science, with emphasis on water resources or closely related discipline. (preferred)Professional registration (i.e., P.E., P.G. CPESC, CPSWG). (preferred)Skills, Experience and Qualifications
At least 7 years of experience as a water resources engineering or management professional or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)Familiarity with Utah's water laws, water rights, and water banking, including the Water Banking Act (Utah Code 73-31-101(20)). (required)An outstanding track record in client management and technical leadership. (preferred)Project experience involving water resources, groundwater recharge, water banking, and water rights. (preferred)Experience with Geographic Information Systems (ArcGIS pro and ArcGIS Online). (preferred)Strong written communication skills. (required)Experience with grant writing. (preferred)Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.Valid U.S. driver's license and satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)#LI-TH1#LI-Onsite#LI-Hybrid