Senior Hydrogeologist / Environmental Engineer

Overview

The Opportunity

The BluMetric is looking for a dependable, detail-focused, and energetic Senior Hydrogeologist or Environmental Engineer to strengthen our multidisciplinary team in Ottawa. We are seeking someone with strong technical expertise and excellent people skills who can oversee, plan, and execute hydrogeological and terrain analysis studies for various clients such as land planners, developers (including rural lot subdivisions and severance projects with private servicing, PTTW applications), landfill operators, commercial and industrial interests (e.g., pits and quarries), and municipalities. The role also involves conducting peer reviews of hydrogeological studies and contributing as part of multidisciplinary groups conducting Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), site characterizations, and site remediation. Responsibilities include developing proposals and budgets, managing projects, leading work teams, and drafting as well as reviewing high-quality technical reports. Additionally, the successful candidate will mentor junior and intermediate colleagues and actively participate in business development efforts. This is a future vacancy within the organization.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary project team, both in the field and office settings, to achieve hydrogeological and environmental objectives across industrial, commercial, and residential sites.
• Design, supervise, and implement hydrogeological and / or ESA field programs, including drilling borings, installing supply and observation wells, conducting soil, surface water and groundwater sampling, and administering pumping tests for diverse projects such as dewatering (quarrying, construction, mining), municipal and private water supply development, environmental impact assessments (landfills, industrial sites, mines), and site investigations.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior hydrogeological and engineering staff throughout ongoing assignments.
• Identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with stringent occupational health and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders and oversee the integration and analysis of hydrogeological data and conceptual site models.
• Manage and coordinate projects ranging from small-scale initiatives to large, complex undertakings.
• Draft and review high-quality technical reports primarily in English, with French proficiency considered an asset.
• Develop proposals for services, participate actively in local business development activities, and maintain effective communication with clients, governmental agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications, Education, And Skills

About BluMetric Environmental Inc.

BluMetric Environmental Inc. (BluMetric) is a publicly traded water technology and environmental engineering firm. BluMetric designs, fabricates, and delivers sustainable solutions to complex water and environmental challenges. The Company is supported by more than 370 employees across 16 offices, 3 manufacturing facilities, and 1 testing laboratory, with over 50 years of history. Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, BluMetric’s team of industry experts serves Commercial and Industrial, Government, Military, and Mining clients in North America and the Caribbean.

BluMetric is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. BluMetric is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

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