This OpportunityWSP is currently initiating a search for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, Lead Geochemist to join our dynamic team in Madison, WI . Other WSP office locations or remote may be considered for an exceptional candidate. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.The selected candidate will support geochemistry and hydrogeochemistry related projects and proposal efforts with an emphasis on the mining industry. Projects typically involve permitting, baseline studies, operational support, and reclamation/remediation. We are looking for someone to bring their talents, training, enthusiasm, and solutions-oriented focus to work as a valued and respected member of our multidisciplinary team as we tackle some of the world’s most challenging environmental problems by delivering some of the world’s most relevant solutions.Your Impact
Providing support and leadership for geochemical projects, including permitting, baseline studies, operational support, and reclamation/remediation, in particular for the mining industry, but also for the oil and gas, power, and solid waste industries
Conducting geochemical investigation and characterization studies associated with groundwater, surface water, wastes, and geological materials
Validating, management, and analysis of geochemical data
Conducting water quality and geochemical modeling
Preparing report and presentations and participating in client meetings
Managing projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget
Demonstrating a “Safety-First” focus
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You AreRequired Qualifications
Over 10 years of experience working as an aqueous or mining geochemist, with at least 5 years of consulting experience.
A Bachelor's Degree in Geochemistry (preferably MSc or PhD) with a focus on geology, environmental science, geological engineering, or related field
Strong understanding of chemistry and geology. Experience with hydrogeology and hydrology is an asset
Experience with data management and statistical tools (e.g., Excel, EQuIS, Python, R)
Experience with geochemical and water quality modeling using common codes (i.e., PHREEQC, Geochemist’s Workbench, GoldSim, MIN3P, etc.)
Ability to direct and execute written reports and presentations to convey technical results to a range of audiences
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a collaborative work environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team, in our hybrid work environment
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Occasional travel, including international, may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Eligible to work permanently in the United States, possess a valid driver's license, and pass a pre-employment physical (including drug screening) and criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working as a consulting geochemist or scientist
Experience in design and implementation of field programs
Experience with data validation techniques for environmental data
Working knowledge of isotope geochemistry
Knowledge of organic contaminants and microbially-mediated degradation processes
Knowledge of coal combustion residue (CCR) chemistry and regulatory context
Understanding of laboratory analytical methods
MSHA 24hr level qualified or recertification eligible
HAZWOPER 40hr Operations level qualified or recertification eligible
WSP Benefits:WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.Compensation:Expected Salary (all locations): $83,100 - $134,600WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.Expected Salary (Colorado only): $83,100 - $123,310WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.#LI-MC2About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.www.wsp.comWSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.