Rincon Consultants, Inc
Senior Water Resources Manager/Hydrogeologist
Rincon Consultants, Inc, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Water Resources Manager/Hydrogeologist to join our growing Environmental and Earth Systems team.
A successful candidate will possess knowledge and technical skills related to surface and groundwater resources; environmental permitting for water and wastewater infrastructure; sustainable groundwater management; and water resources supply options, including potable reuse and brackish groundwater. We are seeking someone with strong technical and analytical skills to lead water resource planning projects, specifically groundwater sustainability planning. This role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, but our changing business needs will determine the level of remote-work flexibility. We prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office, which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. This position location is listed for San Diego County but is available at all locations stated in this job description.
Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities
Consulting for public and private clients, providing strong client representation and advocacy to regulatory agencies
Lead groundwater and water supply assessments and planning deliverables, including community and stakeholder engagement
Reports to Principals and Directors, and engages with clients as a Senior Project Manager to ensure effective communication and service
Design and oversee the completion of technical documents that are accurate, clear, and succinct and of the highest quality (study/investigatory designs, data analysis, data summaries, calculations, summary tables, figures, and charts)
Lead a team to conduct field investigations, monitoring, and field testing and analyses using equipment and instrumentation
Motivate a team of Project Scientists/Engineers/Hydrogeologists to execute field work, assign tasks, and provide guidance to staff specialists and technicians
Provide technical and interdisciplinary team oversight including management of subcontractors, quality control of work products, budget management, and schedule control
Develop and maintain existing and new business relationships
Build relationships leading to follow-on and repeat work; attract work based on personal reputation as an expert
Train and mentor in-house staff
Identify and pursue leads, prepare proposals, and successfully procure project contracts
This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following
B.S., M.S., or PhD in Water Resources Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or another related field (M.S. and PhD preferred)
At least 7–10 years of direct, relevant work experience (academic, internship, and fellowship positions considered)
California PE/PG or EIT/GIT license (preferred but not required)
Exceptional knowledge of hydrogeologic, hydrologic, water quality, and ecological processes in watersheds and water bodies, including pollutant sources and their impacts on water quality and human health effects and risk assessment
Fluent with technical approaches for evaluating and planning watershed and/or groundwater resource management, including sustainability planning under SGMA
Ability to direct water, wastewater, and recycled water feasibility assessment for new supply projects
Experience developing numerical models for demand and supply forecasting, including knowledge of State Water Project and Colorado River system reliability
Experience evaluating surface water-groundwater interactions, including the deployment of stream gaging protocols and equipment
Demonstrated ability to formulate and solve highly technical problems related to water resources management
Demonstrated organizational skills, with focus on detail and time management
Exceptional technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
Use of statistical programs and techniques to support data analyses
Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, Teams
Preferred
Advanced degree in hydrogeology, geology, water resources management, environmental planning, environmental engineering, or natural resources science or closely related discipline
Proficiency in ArcGIS and using remote data
Demonstrated experience tracking, pursuing, and winning new opportunities with new or existing clients
Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals.
The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000–$120,000, plus a generous benefits program. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, including health benefits with HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account options. Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage are provided. Vacation accrual is three weeks in the first year, along with paid sick leave and paid holidays. We offer a 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities. Rincon supports professional development and mentoring, and offers Volunteer Pay for a Day. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, and Pet Insurance. For more details, visit our Rincon Consultants webpage (no external link).
Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations.
Rincon Consultants, Inc. does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters or temporary agencies without a signed contract and specified work order. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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A successful candidate will possess knowledge and technical skills related to surface and groundwater resources; environmental permitting for water and wastewater infrastructure; sustainable groundwater management; and water resources supply options, including potable reuse and brackish groundwater. We are seeking someone with strong technical and analytical skills to lead water resource planning projects, specifically groundwater sustainability planning. This role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, but our changing business needs will determine the level of remote-work flexibility. We prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office, which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. This position location is listed for San Diego County but is available at all locations stated in this job description.
Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities
Consulting for public and private clients, providing strong client representation and advocacy to regulatory agencies
Lead groundwater and water supply assessments and planning deliverables, including community and stakeholder engagement
Reports to Principals and Directors, and engages with clients as a Senior Project Manager to ensure effective communication and service
Design and oversee the completion of technical documents that are accurate, clear, and succinct and of the highest quality (study/investigatory designs, data analysis, data summaries, calculations, summary tables, figures, and charts)
Lead a team to conduct field investigations, monitoring, and field testing and analyses using equipment and instrumentation
Motivate a team of Project Scientists/Engineers/Hydrogeologists to execute field work, assign tasks, and provide guidance to staff specialists and technicians
Provide technical and interdisciplinary team oversight including management of subcontractors, quality control of work products, budget management, and schedule control
Develop and maintain existing and new business relationships
Build relationships leading to follow-on and repeat work; attract work based on personal reputation as an expert
Train and mentor in-house staff
Identify and pursue leads, prepare proposals, and successfully procure project contracts
This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following
B.S., M.S., or PhD in Water Resources Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or another related field (M.S. and PhD preferred)
At least 7–10 years of direct, relevant work experience (academic, internship, and fellowship positions considered)
California PE/PG or EIT/GIT license (preferred but not required)
Exceptional knowledge of hydrogeologic, hydrologic, water quality, and ecological processes in watersheds and water bodies, including pollutant sources and their impacts on water quality and human health effects and risk assessment
Fluent with technical approaches for evaluating and planning watershed and/or groundwater resource management, including sustainability planning under SGMA
Ability to direct water, wastewater, and recycled water feasibility assessment for new supply projects
Experience developing numerical models for demand and supply forecasting, including knowledge of State Water Project and Colorado River system reliability
Experience evaluating surface water-groundwater interactions, including the deployment of stream gaging protocols and equipment
Demonstrated ability to formulate and solve highly technical problems related to water resources management
Demonstrated organizational skills, with focus on detail and time management
Exceptional technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
Use of statistical programs and techniques to support data analyses
Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, Teams
Preferred
Advanced degree in hydrogeology, geology, water resources management, environmental planning, environmental engineering, or natural resources science or closely related discipline
Proficiency in ArcGIS and using remote data
Demonstrated experience tracking, pursuing, and winning new opportunities with new or existing clients
Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals.
The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000–$120,000, plus a generous benefits program. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, including health benefits with HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account options. Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage are provided. Vacation accrual is three weeks in the first year, along with paid sick leave and paid holidays. We offer a 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities. Rincon supports professional development and mentoring, and offers Volunteer Pay for a Day. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, and Pet Insurance. For more details, visit our Rincon Consultants webpage (no external link).
Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations.
Rincon Consultants, Inc. does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters or temporary agencies without a signed contract and specified work order. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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