Senior Geologist

Senior Geologist role at HDR

HDR is seeking a Senior Geologist to join our team. This role involves leading geologic and hydrologic studies, managing project tasks, and collaborating with clients and staff to deliver quality solutions.

• Be viewed as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity
• Perform geologic and hydrologic studies, including field work, and other hydrologic, geologic and geophysical tasks both locally and nationally
• Take responsibility for proposal and report writing, development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, project management as well as client management
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians
• May serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position
• Perform other duties as needed

• Master's degree
• Tunnel Project Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years experience with a successful track record of marketing, project management, staff management and client satisfaction, business development skills, familiarity of local clients and markets
• Advanced degree may offset years of experience
• Prior experience with field work
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Leadership skills and ability to manage in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills
• May require ability to travel
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

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Location:

United States-Kentucky-Louisville

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Pump Stations and Pipelines

Job Posting: Oct 6, 2025

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.