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Careers At LRE Water

There are many great reasons to be a part of Spheros! These 4Cs define what you can expect as a valued team member.
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Careers: Expand your career by:
<ul>
<li>Taking on a new role in Spheros</li>
<li>Developing new networks and mentoring paths</li>
<li>Expanding your skills on more complex projects</li>
</ul>
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Clients: Serve clients holistically by:
<ul>
<li>Partnering to solve their range of environmental challenges strategically</li>
<li>Offering new resources, services, and skills across geographies</li>
</ul>
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Competence: Be proud because:
<ul>
<li>We offer science-forward, high end, technically elegant solutions</li>
<li>We are technical experts in our environmental and sustainability fields</li>
<li>We are curious, innovative, and have fun!</li>
</ul>
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Contribution: Your efforts matter because:
<ul>
<li>You are helping to solve complex environmental problems</li>
<li>You are building lasting value for the next generation of educational endowment funds</li>
<li>You can invest in the company's success through Spheros ownership opportunities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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We are proud of the fun, encouraging environment we've built. No matter what your experience level, you will be surrounded by multi-talented, intelligent professionals who support a culture of innovation and growth.
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At LRE Water, our goal is to find the right mix of people to build our business and serve our valued clients. Because we are dedicated to our core values, we specifically recruit professionals who are aligned with our needs and culture.
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Generally, we hire professionals with water industry experience as an engineer, geologist, or scientist. We want people who demonstrate a combination of technical, management, computer, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. If you feel your education, work experience, and skill sets match these requirements, we encourage you to send us a letter and resume expressing your interest.&nbsp;
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<h3>Benefits Include:</h3>
Our benefits program is designed to provide staff with the opportunity to realize personal, professional, and financial growth.
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<li data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Three healthcare plan options, with additional option for California employees</li>
<li>Dental and vision insurance</li>
<li>Monthly employer contribution to HSA or HRA</li>
<li>Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care costs</li>
<li>Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and AD&amp;D insurance - 100% company paid</li>
<li>401(k) employer match with immediate vesting of both personal and employer contributions</li>
<li>Accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft, legal plan, and pet insurance plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Equal Employment Opportunity:</h3>
LRE Water is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. LRE Water promotes a work environment that does not discriminate against employees or job applicants and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, genetics, ancestry, gender identity, or veteran status, including special disabled veterans. LRE Water validates right to work using E-Verify.
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We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resumes sent to our employees or through our website will not be considered, and we will not be responsible for any fees related to such submissions.

Why Join the LRE Water Team?

We are hiring! We are looking for a creative, passionate, and organized Project Hydrogeologist to join our Arizona groundwater team. Our team's breadth of work is expanding, and we are looking for support on our groundwater supply projects and to collect and manage hydrogeologic field data, oversee well drilling and construction, prepare hydrogeologic/engineering reports, and conduct groundwater modeling. This position will be primarily located out of our Phoenix, AZ office with occasional travel to other satellite field locations.&nbsp;
ABOUT LRE WATER LRE Water exists to Connect Water to Life. Since 1970, we have provided leadership in planning, managing, and developing water resources throughout the Rocky Mountain, Southwest, Midwest, and Texas regions of the United States.
LRE Water&rsquo;s interdisciplinary professional staff provides innovative water and land solutions through groundwater development and management, integrated water resources planning, water information technology, environmental resource and watershed management, and mine water management. Our work centers around creating access to and thoughtfully managing our most precious natural resource - water.
CULTURE At LRE Water, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to maintaining a culture that encourages and rewards exceptional performance, offers frequent professional development opportunities, values innovation and collaboration, and provides an environment where work-life balance is a priority. We believe that every team member is essential to the success of our organization.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Collect groundwater, surface water, and soil samples for laboratory analysis; coordinate with laboratories; and organize data.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Collect, manage and evaluate hydrogeologic data in support of groundwater supply and groundwater management projects.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Communicate and coordinate between subcontractors, contractors, and clients to promote project success.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Coordinate with cross-discipline team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Deploy, operate, and maintain groundwater and surface water monitoring instrumentation.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develop borehole lithology logs and as-built well construction diagrams.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develop groundwater flow models based on the site hydrogeologic model.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develop hydrogeologic conceptual models based on data from state managed databases, aquifer pump tests and published/unpublished reports.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develop plans for sampling and analysis, field work, and communication.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Establish effective project communication plans and ensure their execution.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Facilitate change requests to ensure that all parties are informed of the impacts on schedule and budget.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Maintain exceptional client satisfaction</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Make sound, technical, and strategic decisions that are aligned with LRE Water core values, strategic vision, and business model</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Meet with project team members to identify and resolve issues.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Oversee drilling contractors during water well drilling, monitoring well drilling, and aquifer testing.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Prepare status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Respond to data requests from clients, contractors, and constructors.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Responsible for completing work in safe manner in accordance with company Health and Safety Plans</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Support and coordinate with geophysical subcontractors for surface and downhole geophysical surveys.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Other duties as assigned&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bachelor's degree or greater in geological engineering, environmental engineering, geology, hydrology, environmental sciences, or a related field required.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">4 to 6+ years of experience in environmental science and engineering consulting preferred.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Valid driver&rsquo;s license with a good driving record.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Experience with the following is preferred:</li>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Well drilling and construction oversight</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">GIS</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Leapfrog and Petra</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Data management using Python or R</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">MODFLOW</li>
</ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">A Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG or RG) certification or desire/ability to obtain certification in the state(s) worked</li>
</ul>
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Ability to perform a task while paying close attention to details</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Ability to task-switch throughout the day while organizing time and priorities to effectively meet deadlines.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develops and implements plans to solve complex problems</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develops and maintains good working relationships with clients and staff members</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Directs/motivates self.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Effectively manages resources such as time and information</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Establishes effective working relationships among team members.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Identifies existing and potential problems; finds root causes; and selects a course of action for resolution.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Identifies need, arranges for, and obtains resources necessary to accomplish own goals and objectives.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Identifies when immediate action is needed, and is willing to make decisions, render judgments, and take action.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Knowledge of water resources and desire to make a positive impact on communities through the development of water resources.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Possess the ability to manage projects to meet project deadlines in a way that meets or exceeds client expectations without exceeding the budget</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Presents a very high level of competency across all areas of work including technical, computer, writing, verbal, and presentation skills</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Presents and expresses ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively orally and in writing.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Works well independently and as part of a team.</li>
</ul>
Travel Requirements
LRE Water offers a hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility for our employees and encourages work/life balance. This role will be based out of the Phoenix office with the flexibility to hybrid remote. Full remote options are available with travel into the office for essential meetings. Some travel for field work or to client meetings is required.&nbsp;
Total Compensation
The starting <span style="font-weight: 400;" data-rich-links="{&quot;dde_di&quot;:&quot;kix.9xmthyfgpdld&quot;,&quot;dde-fdv&quot;:&quot;pay&quot;,&quot;dde-sii&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.mlgtsclf896c&quot;,&quot;ddefe-ddi&quot;:{&quot;cv&quot;:{&quot;op&quot;:&quot;set&quot;,&quot;opValue&quot;:[{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.1bwr9vum0679&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;salary&quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;salary&quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}},{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.mlgtsclf896c&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;pay&quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;pay&quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}}]}},&quot;ddefe-t&quot;:&quot;Configuration 1&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;dropdown&quot;}">pay range for this position is $37 - $48 <span style="font-weight: 400;" data-rich-links="{&quot;dde_di&quot;:&quot;kix.5li9tpd9t8jg&quot;,&quot;dde-fdv&quot;:&quot;hour&quot;,&quot;dde-sii&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.61vln9bfnhu9&quot;,&quot;ddefe-ddi&quot;:{&quot;cv&quot;:{&quot;op&quot;:&quot;set&quot;,&quot;opValue&quot;:[{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.61vln9bfnhu9&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;hour&quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;hour&quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}},{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.y03arb4uec23&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;annually &quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;annually &quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}}]}},&quot;ddefe-t&quot;:&quot;Hourly or annually&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;dropdown&quot;}">hour depending upon years of experience and education. Pay is negotiable for a higher level of experience. LRE Water reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range depending on experience. LRE also distributes bonuses and 401(k) contributions based on annual company profitability. Employer paid benefits increase total compensation by approximately 20%. Additionally, LRE supports training and professional development activities for all staff and offers discretionary bonus opportunities as recognition for performance, earning a professional credential, speaking engagements or publication.&nbsp;
Flexible/Hybrid Work Options
LRE Water offers a hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility for our employees and encourages work/life balance. This role will be based out of the Phoenix, Arizona office with the flexibility to work 1 to 3 days/week remotely. Field work may require travel, long field days, weekend work, and night work that will occasionally result in weeks with more than 40-hours of work. Mileage, expenses, and/or per diem paid for work travel.
Equal Employment Opportunity
LRE Water is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity and promotes a work environment that does not discriminate against employees or job applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, genetics, ancestry, or status as a protected veteran. LRE Water validates the right to work using E-Verify.
Disability Accommodations
​If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to complete an application on our website, please contact employment@lrewater.com. As a reminder, we do not accept applications by email.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Professional Development
LRE Water values professional development and continuous improvement, such as:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Unlimited advancement into project and client management roles</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Working towards and obtaining professional registrations</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">External technical training courses</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Internal training sessions (Lunch &amp; learns, spring seminar, etc.)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&ldquo;On the job&rdquo; field and/or project training</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Professional registration continuing education activities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Conferences</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mentoring&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Project management&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Business &amp; client development</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Professional societies &amp; organizations leadership activities (e.g., committee &amp; board activities)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Internal committees/leadership activities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Communication skills (e.g., public speaking, presentations, technical writing)</li>
</ul>

Project Hydrogeologist

Environmental Consulting Intern Job Description
Position Title: Intern Department: Arizona Reports To: Andrew Feltman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Location: Phoenix Duration: June through August, 2025
 
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Consulting Intern to join our Arizona team. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment while contributing to real-world projects. The intern will collaborate with experienced scientists on projects related to hydrogeologic field data collection, well drilling and construction oversight, conceptual model development, and technical reporting.
 
Key Responsibilities
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Field Data Collection: Collect groundwater, surface water, and soil samples; deploy and maintain monitoring instrumentation.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Well Oversight: Support well drilling and construction activities; prepare borehole logs and well diagrams.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Data Management: Organize, evaluate, and analyze hydrogeologic data from fieldwork and public datasets.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Technical Analysis: Assist in the development of hydrogeologic conceptual models and groundwater modeling efforts.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Reporting: Contribute to technical reports and documentation for clients and regulatory agencies.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Collaboration: Coordinate with subcontractors, drilling crews, laboratories, and clients to ensure project success.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Safety &amp; Compliance: Follow LRE Water&rsquo;s Health and Safety Plans and field protocols.</li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'andale mono' , 'times' , 'deja-sans';">Additional duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a bachelor's/master&rsquo;s degree in geology, hydrogeology, environmental/earth science, or a related field
<ul>
<li>Previous experience conducting field science or research is a plus </li>
</ul>
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<li>Strong understanding of scientific/engineering principles, mathematics, and technical concepts related to hydrology and geology</li>
<li>Proficiency in relevant modeling or data analysis software (required: Microsoft Suite, Google Earth; preferred: GIS software [ArcMap or QGIS] and experience with coding [R, Python])</li>
<li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills </li>
</ul>
Professional Skills
<ul>
<li>Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment</li>
<li>Positive attitude, ability to receive constructive feedback and support, and collaborative mindset</li>
<li>Critical thinking</li>
<li>Attention to detail </li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.</li>
</ul>
 
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Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant project work or portfolio samples by June 11, 2025.
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Environmental Consulting Intern - Arizona Groundwater

Principal Scientist; Southwest Groundwater Modeling Lead - Water Business 
LRE Water is seeking a Principal Scientist to provide services for our Southwest Groundwater Modeling team. This position generally has 15+ years of experience.&nbsp;
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Manages all groundwater modeling activities within the Southwest Region including design, development, production and testing. Implements and maintains overall hydrogeologic study objectives and initiatives. Confronts and solves technical and operational issues to improve team efficiency.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Subject matter expert on groundwater modeling and hydrogeologic principles.&nbsp; Demonstrates advanced understanding in these fields. Applies systems thinking drawing on a broad set of topics related to hydrogeology, groundwater modeling, and water policy.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert internally and externally for achievements and technical expertise. May contribute to peer reviewed publications. Presents relevant technical information at local and national conferences.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Manage data; review and perform quality control where appropriate.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Leads technical analysis of other scientists.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Responsible for data reporting and visualization/mapping, writing plans/reports, producing graphics and regulatory reporting. Reviews work products and procedures for quality assurance and control. Manage maps and graphics development. Provides report conclusions and recommendations to clients.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Takes complete responsibility for the quality of work performed by self and technical team, including the quality of deliverables in area of expertise and quality of deliverables created by others.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Proficient in communicating technical concepts related to groundwater modeling and hydrogeology, both verbally and in written form. Communicates clearly and articulately with clients, experts, and management. Primary or senior author for deliverables.&nbsp; Recognizes a red flag and works with colleagues to resolve issues.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Actively seeks the latest technologies related to groundwater modeling and hydrogeologic principles and practices. Provides innovative and unique ideas; develops new approaches, tools, or techniques. Shares these innovations and tools with the Practice Area team.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Project Management:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Takes a lead role in establishing internal and external teaming arrangements.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develop project scope of work, monitor scope creep, and price additional services for review/approval by internal manager.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Maintain project schedules, provide updates, and interim reports.&nbsp; May manage and supervise subcontractors.&nbsp; May serve as PM or Technical PM.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Monitor project performance, achievement of milestones/deadlines, and assist with handling challenges and/or barriers to completion.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Prepare status updates on projects via reports and communicate to leadership, internal and/or external clients.</li>
</ul>
Business Development:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Leverages a professional network to engage locally with the industry on thought leadership such as participating in peer review and/or publishing a peer review.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Lead the development process for complex proposals. Assist other Principals with development of long-term marketing strategies.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Responsible for developing new client business, and participating in strategic planning for the department.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Build relationship capital with clients through project work and networking events.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Assist Principals on annual budgets and revenue forecasts.</li>
</ul>
Team Management:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Oversee Scientists and Technicians and share feedback for performance assessments.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Leads initiatives designed to increase efficiency, improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and provide a high quality of customer service.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Possess a desire for lifelong learning. Trains/mentors newly hired staff, and assists with the development of staff through day to day interactions and informal mentorship.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Monitors timekeeping of team to ensure completed timely and accurately.&nbsp; Assists management with monitoring project profitability.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Monitors project budget and understands how to manage within it.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bachelor's degree or greater in geological engineering, environmental engineering, geology, hydrology, environmental sciences, or a related field required.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">15 to 25 years of experience in environmental science and engineering consulting preferred.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Strong understanding of Arizona water policy and regulatory processes.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Valid driver&rsquo;s license with a good driving record.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Experience with the following is preferred:</li>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">MODFLOW, MODFLOW-USG, MODFLOW 6</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">FLO-PY, Pest++, and Pest-IES</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">GIS</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Leapfrog and Petra</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Data management using Python, R, or MATLAB&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Develops new client relationships and/or play an important role in developing existing key client relationships.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Coordinate with cross-discipline team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Submit project deliverables and ensure that they adhere to quality standards.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Prepare status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.</li>
</ul>
Total Compensation:
The starting <span style="font-weight: 400;" data-rich-links="{&quot;dde_di&quot;:&quot;kix.9xmthyfgpdld&quot;,&quot;dde-fdv&quot;:&quot;salary&quot;,&quot;dde-sii&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.1bwr9vum0679&quot;,&quot;ddefe-ddi&quot;:{&quot;cv&quot;:{&quot;op&quot;:&quot;set&quot;,&quot;opValue&quot;:[{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.1bwr9vum0679&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;salary&quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;salary&quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}},{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.mlgtsclf896c&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;pay&quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;pay&quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}}]}},&quot;ddefe-t&quot;:&quot;Configuration 1&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;dropdown&quot;}">salary range for this position is $107,000 - $152,000/<span style="font-weight: 400;" data-rich-links="{&quot;dde_di&quot;:&quot;kix.5li9tpd9t8jg&quot;,&quot;dde-fdv&quot;:&quot;annually &quot;,&quot;dde-sii&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.y03arb4uec23&quot;,&quot;ddefe-ddi&quot;:{&quot;cv&quot;:{&quot;op&quot;:&quot;set&quot;,&quot;opValue&quot;:[{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.61vln9bfnhu9&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;hour&quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;hour&quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}},{&quot;di-id&quot;:&quot;dropdownItem.y03arb4uec23&quot;,&quot;di-v&quot;:&quot;annually &quot;,&quot;di-dv&quot;:&quot;annually &quot;,&quot;di-ts&quot;:{&quot;ts_bd&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs&quot;:11,&quot;ts_ff&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;ts_it&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st&quot;:false,&quot;ts_tw&quot;:400,&quot;ts_un&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va&quot;:&quot;nor&quot;,&quot;ts_bgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_fgc2&quot;:{&quot;clr_type&quot;:0,&quot;hclr_color&quot;:null},&quot;ts_bd_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fs_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_ff_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_it_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_sc_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_st_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_un_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_va_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_bgc2_i&quot;:false,&quot;ts_fgc2_i&quot;:false}}]}},&quot;ddefe-t&quot;:&quot;Hourly or annually&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;dropdown&quot;}">annually depending upon years of experience and education. Pay is negotiable for a higher level of experience. LRE Water reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range depending on experience. LRE Water also distributes bonuses and 401(k) contributions based on annual company profitability. Employer paid benefits increase total compensation by approximately 20%. Additionally, LRE Water supports training and professional development activities for all staff and offers discretionary bonus opportunities as recognition for performance, earning a professional credential, speaking engagements or publication.&nbsp;
Flexible/Hybrid Work Options:
LRE Water offers a hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility for our employees and encourages work/life balance. This role will be based out of Phoenix, Arizona with the flexibility to work 1 to 3 days/week remotely.&nbsp;
Travel Requirements
Although rare, some travel opportunities may be available to visit satellite offices across the United States.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
LRE Water is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity and promotes a work environment that does not discriminate against employees or job applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, genetics, ancestry, or status as a protected veteran. LRE Water validates the right to work using E-Verify.
Disability Accommodations
​If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to complete an application on our website, please contact employment@lrewater.com. As a reminder, we do not accept applications by email.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Professional Development&nbsp;
LRE Water values professional development and continuous improvement, such as:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Working towards and obtaining professional registrations</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">External technical training courses</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Internal training sessions (Lunch &amp; learns, spring seminar, etc.)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">&ldquo;On the job&rdquo; field and/or project training</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Professional registration continuing education activities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Conferences</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mentoring&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Project management&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Business &amp; client development</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Professional societies &amp; organizations leadership activities (e.g., committee &amp; board activities)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Internal committees/leadership activities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Communication skills (e.g., public speaking, presentations, technical writing)</li>
</ul>
 
This position has no deadline to apply.

Principal Scientist - Groundwater Modeling

River Through The Mountains

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LRE Water, a Spheros Environmental Company, exists to Connect Water to Life. Since 1970, LRE Water has provided leadership in engineering and consulting services related to planning, managing, and developing water resources throughout the Rocky Mountain, Southwest, Midwest, South-Central, NorCal, and SoCal Regions of the United States. 

LRE Water | A Spheros Environmental Company

Working at LRE Water is a privilege because it allows me to pursue these passions through collaborating with highly skilled and talented colleagues to positively impact our communities.