Consultant, Hydrogeologist (Junior/Intermediate) position at ERM.| Canada

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ERM Consultant, Hydrogeologist (Junior/Intermediate)

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Calgary, Canad..........Canada

Lead the Future of Hydrogeology Are you a hydrogeologist ready to lead transformative projects and shape the future of groundwater resource management? At ERM , we’re driving transformative projects in mining and oil & gas, helping clients manage water responsibly from exploration through closure. Join us in Calgary, AB and be part of a team that’s shaping a sustainable future. Why This Role Matters As a Consultant, Hydrogeologist (Junior/Intermediate) you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on major, multimillion-dollar projects while advancing your career with a global sustainability leader. This is your chance to join a rapidly growing team and influence how industries manage water responsibly, locally and globally. What Your Impact Is In this role, you will help strengthen ERM’s hydrogeology practice by delivering high‑quality technical work and supporting key clients across Canada. You will lead and execute groundwater investigation and monitoring programs for major mining and oil & gas projects, applying strong field and analytical skills to generate defensible, actionable results. Your work will contribute directly to solving complex water and sustainability challenges throughout the full project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams locally and across ERM’s global network to share knowledge, develop best practices, and contribute to innovative, integrated hydrogeologic solutions. What You'll Bring Required Bachelor’s degree in hydrogeology, environmental sciences, or geology (with hydrogeology courses). Eligible for Engineer in training (E.I.T.)/Geologist in Training (G.I.T.) or professional designation (P.Eng./P.Geo.) in Alberta (AB) or British Columbia (BC). 2+ years of consulting experience in hydrogeology field work planning and execution including groundwater monitoring and sampling, hydraulic conductivity testing, groundwater data analysis, and reporting. Understanding of hydrogeological processes in mining, oil & gas, and industrial context. Strong analytical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel for managing large datasets, experience preparing tables/figures/maps, and a foundational understanding of hydrogeology (groundwater flow, aquifer types, basic hydraulic testing). Familiarity with groundwater analysis software such as AQTESOLV or AquiferTest Pro. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to walk long distances and carry heavy field equipment in outdoor environments. Willingness and ability to travel up 70%+. Willingness to participate in extended field rotations, including up to 2+ weeks at remote mining or oil sands sites, often in variable climate conditions. Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and good driving record with the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Preferred 3+ years of consulting experience in hydrogeology field work planning and execution including groundwater monitoring and sampling, hydraulic conductivity testing, groundwater data analysis, and reporting. Familiarity with coding languages (e.g., Python, VBA, R) and experience with conceptual site model and numerical model development will be an asset. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate groundwater investigation programs, including multi‑year monitoring networks, drilling campaigns, and well installation activities. Supervise field teams and subcontractors, ensuring all activities comply with ERM’s health and safety protocols, project requirements, and QA/QC standards. Participate in extended field rotations, including up to 2+ weeks at remote mining or oil sands sites, often in variable climate conditions. Participate in field programs that may require travel to remote locations by truck, All Terrain Vehicle (ATV), or helicopter, depending on site conditions and project needs. Supervise field programs, including: Monitoring groundwater levels using manual measurement methods and dataloggers; Sampling groundwater for field parameter measurements and laboratory analysis; Supervise drilling, installation and development of monitoring wells and pumping wells; Borehole logging using the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS) as appropriate for the project; Programming, installing, downloading, and troubleshooting pressure transducers and vibrating wire piezometers (VWPs); Conducting aquifer testing to determine hydraulic properties and sustainable yield of aquifers (e.g., slug tests, step‑drawdown tests, and constant‑rate pumping tests); Ensuring all field procedures comply with safety requirements, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) standards, and project protocols. Collect, interpret, and analyze aquifer data using industry‑standard methodologies to support conceptual site models and hydrogeologic assessments. Assist with data management and technical analyses, including: QA/QC of field data and laboratory analytical results for data reduction and data compilation; Managing and visualizing large datasets, including pressure transducer and VWPs time series graphs Developing hydrographs, groundwater elevation contour maps, trend charts, Piper diagrams, and supporting figures Preparing and organizing input files for analytical groundwater models for the estimation of hydraulic properties of aquifers (e.g., hydraulic conductivity, transmissivity, storativity and sustainable yield etc.). Contribute to technical documentation, including: Preparing technical proposals, reports, memorandums, and field reports Assisting in the development of technical and health and safety plans for field programs Adhere to project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work, and communicate proactively with the project team to support timely, high‑quality outcomes. For the Consultant, Hydrogeologist (Junior/Intermediate) position, the anticipated annual base pay is $73,161–$81,896 (CAD) . Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible). We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees. Note : Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures. Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Notice Regarding Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Hiring Our organization uses artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to assist in the recruitment process. These tools may help screen, assess, and/or evaluate applicants based on information provided in resumes, applications, and other submitted materials. All AI systems are designed to support fair and efficient hiring decisions and operate under human oversight. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of AI tools in evaluating your candidacy. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact us at nainquiries@erm.com . Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-JW1 #LI-Hybrid

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