Hydrogeology & Groundwater Contamination Specialist

The Hydrogeology & Groundwater Contamination Specialist is a mid-level technical role focused on the assessment management and mitigation of groundwater-related risks for major urban transit infrastructure projects in Hamilton ON Canada.

This position operates within a multidisciplinary environmental and engineering team contributing to the planning investigation design support and delivery of groundwater management solutions aligned with project specifications regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The role supports complex construction activities including excavation tunnelling and dewatering ensuring groundwater quality and quantity considerations are effectively addressed throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Hydrogeological Assessments & Technical Delivery

• Review existing investigations identify data gaps and commitments and support development of DD&I scope plans and schedules.
• Lead or support field investigations and groundwater assessments related to excavation tunnelling and dewatering.
• Contribute to Hydrogeology Assessment Baseline Reports and interpret data to inform design and construction decisions.

Groundwater Management & Permitting

• Support development of groundwater management strategies and mitigation measures with the Senior Specialist.
• Coordinate with field teams consultants and multidisciplinary stakeholders to execute groundwater-related work.
• Assist with preparation of dewatering and groundwater-related approvals in collaboration with the Permitting and Approvals Lead.

Why join Egis:

At Egis your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey. 

Our values showcase everything we believe in: 

A Responsible Company- We care about people and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do. 

A People-First Company- This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters no matter who they are. 

A Creative Company- Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time. 

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or graduate degree in Hydrogeology Geological Engineering Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Post-graduate degree in Hydrogeology or Engineering is considered an asset.
• Professional designation as P. Geo. or P. Eng. is required and in good standing.
• Minimum 58 years of experience of direct relevance to the tasks described including work on major transportation or linear infrastructure projects (e.g. LRT rail transit corridors highways).
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Hydrogeological investigations and groundwater characterization
  • Groundwater quality and contamination assessments
  • Dewatering design and permitting
  • Groundwater impact assessment for construction activities
• Experience supporting or leading field investigation programs.
• Working knowledge of Ontario regulatory frameworks and permitting processes.

Additional Information :

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors including relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location performance and business or organizational needs. 

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity growth and collaboration we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time