Job Title: Senior Hydrogeologist / Environmental Leader (Director Track)

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: $130,000 – $150,000 base salary, depending on experience, with additional bonus and benefits.

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-established environmental and engineering consultancy seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist / Environmental Leader to join their Ottawa team.

This is a high-impact role with a transparent pathway into a Director-level leadership position, supporting succession planning and long-term growth across Ontario and nationally.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the direction of the Site Assessment & Remediation practice, contributing both technically and strategically while working closely with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities
Provide senior technical leadership across hydrogeology, environmental site assessment (ESA), and remediation projects
Act as a technical authority and reviewer on complex projects
Support and lead project delivery, including planning, execution, and client communication
Mentor and develop junior and intermediate staff
Contribute to business development, including proposals,



client relationship management, and strategic growth initiatives
Collaborate with leadership on operational planning and team development
Support the long-term growth and positioning of the environmental practice across Ontario

Qualifications & Experience
15–25+ years of experience in hydrogeology, environmental consulting, or related fields
Robust background in groundwater, ESAs, and remediation
Demonstrated experience in technical leadership and project oversight
Experience with client management and/or business development is highly valued
Professional designation (P.Geo. or P.Eng.) in Ontario
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to operate at both a technical and strategic level

What Makes This Role Unique
Clear pathway into a Director-level leadership role
Opportunity to influence team growth, structure, and strategy
Flexibility to shape the role based on strengths (technical, leadership, or growth-focused)
Work within a cooperative, multidisciplinary environment
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of environmental and infrastructure projects

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