Senior Geologist

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Tunnel Project Experience

Required Qualifications

• 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

Job Details

• Primary Location: United States-Kentucky-Louisville
• Other Locations: United States-Wisconsin-Madison
• Industry: Water
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• BusinessClass: Pump Stations and Pipelines
• Job Posting: Jun 17, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.