Project Hydrogeologist

Project Hydrogeologist Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.Montgomery & Associates (M&A) is seeking a full-time hydrogeologist or groundwater hydrologist to join our California Team. The position includes mid-level responsibilities and requires the ability to manage and provide technical support to multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously. The person in this position will interact with M&A team leaders, project staff, project managers, administrative personnel, clients, and regulators. Our company of highly respected water resource professionals, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, has been in business since 1984 and is growing, with recent expansions in the western United States and South America. In California, our team comprises 24 professional staff across 4 offices: Oakland, Sacramento, Monterey, and Pasadena. This position will support groundwater resource planning and environmental projects throughout California, with a strong emphasis on Northern California and the Central Valley. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a dedicated team of water resource scientists and engineers and interact with industry leaders. The position is available in our Sacramento or Oakland location. We currently require staff to work at least 50% in the office to promote collaboration, mentoring, and interacting on project work. Work duties will include:Managing and technically contributing to tasks and projects that focus on quantitative hydrogeology and groundwater resource management, including:Supporting projects planning and implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)Supporting groundwater remediation activities associated with complex environmental sites, including monitoring program coordination, data evaluation, and reportingInterpretation of lithologic, hydrologic testing, depth-specific water quality, and borehole geophysical dataDesigning and interpreting results of predictive modeling runs and supporting model updatesEvaluating and filling hydrogeologic data gapsDeveloping hydrogeologic conceptual modelsDeveloping water budgetsDesigning and managing field investigationsInteracting with field teams to implement monitoring programsEvaluating data and preparing technical reportsPreparing technical proposals and work plans for future workOverseeing work completed by junior staffAssisting project managers with administrative duties on projectsEducation and Professional CredentialsGraduate degree in hydrology, geology, civil engineering, or environmental engineering ORProfessional registration (P.G. or P.E.)(Both preferred, but at least one required) Required QualificationsUnderstanding of groundwater principlesClear understanding of how to apply hydrogeologic principles to characterize and assess groundwater systemsFive to 10 years of experience in environmental and water resource consultingTask or project management experienceUnderstanding of SGMA regulatory requirementsStrong organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, and ability to meet deadlinesProficiency with standard analytical approaches and toolsDemonstrated technical writing skills and ability to present technical information in group/meeting settings to peers and clientsTeam-oriented and experienced with delegating work to staff and reviewing staff deliverablesInterest in engaging in professional organizations, including presenting at conferencesPreferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of geographic information systems (ArcGIS), Survey123, and SQL and Access databasesProfessional experience working with groundwater models and stratigraphic modeling softwareExperience working on SGMA implementation projects for local Groundwater Sustainability AgenciesProfessional experience with groundwater sampling, remedial investigations, and remediation technologiesYour benefits at Montgomery & Associates will include:Competitive benefits and salary in an expanding team-oriented companyDynamic work environment with safety and technical training provided by the companyInteresting and collaborative multidisciplinary projectsOn the job mentoring by senior professionalsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible Spending Account; HRALong- and short-term disabilityLife/AD&D insuranceVacation, holiday, personal, and sick leaveEmployer matching 401k retirement planMonthly Base Pay Range: $8,000 - $9,500Estimated Annualized Compensation Including Bonuses: $108,000 - $128,000Compensation for qualified extra hours could further increase the estimate above. xijylhu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M&A values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. PI2d0eab846a6b-31181-40361859

Created: 2026-04-27