Water Systems Consulting (WSC) is a growing and thriving employee-owned company that solves today’s complex water challenges by putting people first in every solution we create. We are an integrated engineering, hydrogeology, and strategic communication consulting firm focused entirely within the water sector, delivering our clients’ most challenging One Water solutions. Through the diversity of our clients, their communities, and our team, we find the most innovative solutions and leave everything we touch better than when we found it.

WSC is seeking a Hydrogeology Practice Director to oversee multi-disciplinary teams in the successful delivery of a diverse range of water resources projects across the region. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of WSC’s water focused business by leading client relationships, building teams, growing careers, and developing and driving business strategies. The ideal candidate will be based in, or willing to relocate to, one of our office locations: San Luis Obispo, CA; Folsom, CA; Laguna Hills, CA; Ontario, CA; San Diego, CA; or Portland, OR.

Southern California offices preferred. We offer a flexible hybrid work model. Occasional travel throughout California and the Pacific Northwest may be required.

What You Will Do

Leverage and build relationships with key water resource leaders and decision makers throughout California and Oregon. You will be a part of multi-disciplinary teams that plan, design, and optimize groundwater infrastructure. Oversee groundwater resource planning and projects, including development and oversight of scope, budget, and schedule.

Serve in a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, and/or Project Hydrogeologist role based on your level of experience. Help develop a pipeline of project and program opportunities related to groundwater management, underground injection control, alternative water supplies, and water resources efforts. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology; Master’s degree preferred.

G. registration in California or the ability to obtain it within one year. 15+ years of industry related experience Experience delivering successful and collaborative project performance that achieves clients’ goals, including cost-effective, sustainable, energy-efficient, operator-friendly, and innovative valuable outcomes.

Requirements

Team first mindset. You enjoy collaborating, learning from, and teaching others, and are active in creating a positive team dynamic. Active participant in related professional associations, preferred, and knowledge of the latest industry trends.

Desire to operate with freedom and accountability. A willingness to take risks and ownership of those risks. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience writing proposals and presentations, technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents.

Project workshop leadership, facilitation of alternatives analysis evaluation and decision making. Development of sustainable solutions and alternative project delivery methods a plus. Ability to serve as a dedicated and effective client service partner and demonstrate responsiveness, clear communication, quality delivery, mindful listening, and problem-solving skills.

Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software such as ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, or QGIS. Possess a clear understanding of GIS file structure and cartographic principles. Passionate about mentoring and advocating within our team.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $190,000 to $230,000 annually and may be more or less depending on experience.

Who We Are

At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family. We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc.