Principal Hydrogeologist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jan 30, 2026. Terra Phase scores A on the Alion truth index.
Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.
Description
Terraphase is seeking a Principal Hydrogeologist specializing in Water Rights to help lead and expand our growing Water Resources practice. The ideal candidate will be an established seller doer with extensive technical expertise in water rights, groundwater resources, and regulatory permitting, along with strong industry relationships and a demonstrated ability to generate new business.
This individual will play a key role in driving business development, expanding client relationships, identifying new market opportunities, and leading complex water rights and hydrogeologic projects. The position offers an opportunity to leverage an established professional network while helping shape the continued growth of Terraphase's Water Resources practice.
The Role
Drive business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and expanding Terraphase's water rights and water resources portfolio.
Leverage an established professional network and existing client relationships to generate new projects and long term business opportunities.
Develop and execute strategic growth initiatives to expand Terraphase's presence in the water rights and groundwater resources market.
Lead client engagement efforts, including business development meetings, presentations, proposal development, and project pursuits.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on water rights applications, permitting strategies, groundwater availability, and water resource development.
Lead and manage complex water rights projects, including applications, transfers, changes, evaluations, and regulatory approvals.
Provide technical leadership on hydrogeologic investigations, groundwater modeling, aquifer testing, and water supply assessments.
Collaborate with Terraphase's Environmental, Geotechnical, and Water Resources teams to identify cross selling opportunities and deliver multidisciplinary solutions.
Oversee project performance, budgets, profitability, and client satisfaction while ensuring high quality technical deliverables.
Mentor and develop junior staff while supporting the strategic growth and technical capabilities of the Water Resources practice.
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Licensed Geologist (LG) or Licensed Hydrogeologist (LHG) in Washington State, with LHG preferred.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in hydrogeology, water rights, or water resources consulting.
Proven track record of business development, client acquisition, and revenue generation within the water rights or water resources consulting industry.
Established client relationships and a strong professional network with the ability to bring new business opportunities to Terraphase.
Demonstrated success developing proposals, securing contracts, and managing long term client relationships.
Extensive experience preparing and supporting water rights applications, permitting, groundwater resource evaluations, and regula
Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location.
Pay Range
$145,000—$200,000 USD
Who We Are
We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.
Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.
Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.
Benefits
Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company-sponsored events.
EOE STATEMENT
Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)
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