Hydrogeologist

OverviewProject Hydrogeologist to lead, manage, and contribute to technically challenging environmental projects in northern California. The position will be based in our Berkeley office and may require travel to project sites throughout northern California.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute all aspects of project management, including scopes of work within specified schedules and teract with clients and regulatory agency staff to ensure project alignment and compliance.Participate in business development activities and prepare proposals to attract and retain clients.Supervise and mentor technical staff, fostering professional growth and development.Prepare, edit, and review project work plans and reports to ensure accuracy and quality.Lead teams engaged in field sampling, hydraulic testing, and characterizing contaminants in soil and groundwater.Define alluvial and bedrock stratigraphy, geology, and hydrogeology; analyze natural groundwater chemistry and geochemical processes; generate and interpret geologic and hydrogeologic cross-sections.Develop groundwater elevation and contaminant plume maps.Create hydrogeologic conceptual models and develop hydraulic test designs, instrumentation, and analysis.Design and install wells, and conduct numerical and analytical groundwater and vadose zone flow and transport modeling.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree in hydrogeology or geology.Minimum of 10 years’ experience working on environmental remediation sites, primarily in environmental hydrogeology.Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations.Experience in site redevelopment.Strong communication, interpersonal, computer, and quantitative skills.Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.Experience in supervising and mentoring technical staff.California professional registration.Possession of a California driver’s license and a DMV record acceptable to insurance carrier.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in water resources and technical issues pertaining to groundwater basin management.Work EnvironmentWe offer a team-oriented work environment with a diverse base of challenging private and public-sector projects. The role may require travel to project sites throughout northern California. The office is based in Berkeley, and the company provides a competitive compensation package including bonus incentives, 401(k) and profit sharing, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, and more. The company has a reputation for quality and responsiveness in characterizing and remediating soil and groundwater, as well as in permitting, water resources, engineering, and regulatory compliance services.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Berkeley, California.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $160000.00 / yr. Weiss Associates offers a competitive compensation package including, but not limited to, bonus incentives, 401(k) and profit sharing; medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, and more!Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Berkeley, CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-27