Spheros Environmental is seeking a passionate and highly technical Senior Project Manager – Hydrogeologist to join our Midwest team. This position plays a critical leadership role, combining technical project execution, client engagement, and team development.
Responsibilities:
- Lead hydrogeologic and water resource projects from concept through completion
- Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules
- Negotiate and review contracts in collaboration with the Regional Director
- Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality and timeliness
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders
- Solve complex technical problems individually and collaboratively with regional team members
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with public, private, and industrial clients
- Lead or support the preparation of proposals and scopes of work
- Identify and pursue strategic business opportunities and new markets
- Help clients define problems, evaluate options, and implement tailored, data-driven solutions
- Collaborate with the South-Central team to expand our regional presence
- Provide technical oversight and quality control for deliverables prepared by junior staff
- Offer coaching and regular feedback to support career development and skill-building
- Identify and create growth opportunities for team members
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive work environment
- Support onboarding and integration of new hires
Requirements:
- 12+ years of experience in hydrogeology and/or water resources
- A Professional Geologist (PG) certification, or a Professional Engineer (PE) or desire/ability to obtain certification in the state(s) worked
- Bachelor degree in geology or hydrogeology (or related field)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with tools such as MODFLOW, Leapfrog Works, AqteSolv, ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, Python, and/or database software
- Strong presentation skills
- Experience with groundwater resource evaluations, high-capacity well sitting, wellfield design, and hydrogeologic investigations
- Valid Driver's license with a good driving record
- Existing client relationships and experience in business development