Hydrogeologist – Senior Level

The role – what you’ll do

Barr is seeking a senior hydrogeologist to help support Barr’s growing work in the intermountain west. In this hybrid role, you will support the Assessment and Remediation business unit. Work assignments may include hydrogeologic characterization, including developing conceptual site models, groundwater management, feasibility studies, environmental permitting, and developing remediation strategies. Specific activities may include designing investigations for the collection of hydrogeological field data and conducting associated data interpretation/evaluation; providing technical guidance on operational groundwater management issues; ASR/MAR studies and implementation; and working with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., geochemists, hydrogeologists, hydrologists, hydrologists). Work will support projects across Barr’s client portfolio, including mining, power, fuels, manufacturing and/or public sector clients, as well as site investigation and clean-up, environmental permitting, and water supply studies.

Business development activities will include building and maintaining client relationships, contributing to marketing campaigns and conducting client outreach, fostering project opportunities, contributing to proposals and presentations, professional networking, and sharing Barr’s capabilities with existing and potential clients. Other activities in this role include mentoring and developing staff and participating in meetings and negotiations with clients, regulatory agency personnel, and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate for this position is a clear and confident communicator who thrives in collaborative and independent work settings. They are adaptable, strategic, and proactive, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills that support effective decision-making in dynamic field and regulatory environments. They bring a high level of attention to detail and take ownership of their work across complex, multidisciplinary projects. As a senior team member, they demonstrate leadership and mentoring capabilities, build strong client relationships, and actively contribute to the professional growth of others. Above all, they value teamwork, quality, and integrity in delivering practical and impactful hydrogeologic solutions.

Your impact – key responsibilities

• Technical knowledge: apply advanced hydrogeologic expertise to design and interpret field investigations, support groundwater modeling, develop conceptual site models, and identify practical solutions for groundwater management, permitting, and remediation across diverse sectors and site conditions.

• Project management: lead and manage complex, multidisciplinary projects from planning through execution, helping ensure high technical quality, budget, and schedule adherence and alignment with client objectives. Oversee and mentor project teams to deliver consistent, high-value results.

• Problem solving: evaluate hydrogeologic data, regulatory frameworks, and site-specific constraints to develop innovative and technically sound solutions for environmental challenges, including fate and transport of contaminants, ASR/MAR systems, and dewatering

• Communication: produce clear, well-structured technical reports and deliver compelling presentations to clients, regulators, and stakeholders. Translate complex hydrogeologic concepts into accessible insights to support informed decision-making.

• Interpersonal savvy: collaborate effectively with clients, regulators, internal teams, and subcontractors. Build strong professional relationships, contribute to business development, and support a positive, inclusive, and solutions-oriented team culture.

About the opportunity

• Compensation: anticipated range of $105,000–125,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Salt Lake City, Utah; Reno, Nevada; or Denver or Fort Collins, Colorado, offices.

• Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs. Less than 20 percent travel and fieldwork expected for this role.

• Work environment: ability to work in locations that may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical requirements for the role may include:

• Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain, uneven terrain).

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods.

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by site conditions.

• Ability to safely operate or work around environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.

• Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

About you – required core competencies

• Education: bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, geological engineering, or a closely related discipline.

• Experience: 10 or more years of relevant experience.

  • Experience designing and implementing hydrogeologic field investigation activities, including drilling and well construction; standard field sampling procedures for soil, rock, sediments, surface water, and groundwater; and aquifer tests.

  • Familiarity with the use of hydrogeologic data to support groundwater model development and calibration.

• Licenses/certifications: registered Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one jurisdiction.

• Software: working experience with numerical groundwater modeling software such as MODFLOW, MOLDFLOW-SUFACT, Groundwater Vistas, GMS, or FEFLOW.

• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Helpful additional experience (not required)

• Advanced degree in geology, hydrogeology, or engineering with an emphasis in hydrogeology; experience, coursework, or continuing education related to groundwater chemistry and solute fate and transport.

• Experience developing technical analyses for mine dewatering design and operations, including pit slope depressurization, general dewatering practices, and site-wide water management.

• Knowledge of the CCR rules and programs and experience with groundwater monitoring network certifications, clean closure assessments and impoundment closure plans, design, and implementation.

• Working experience with numerical groundwater modeling software such as MODFLOW, MOLDFLOW-SUFACT, Groundwater Vistas, GMS, or FEFLOW.

• Experience with federal and/or state water regulatory programs in one or more intermountain west states.

• Recognized expertise in hydrogeology, demonstrated by regularly presenting at conferences and/or publishing.

• Previous consulting experience.

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