Senior Geomorphologist - Water Resources

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Job Description

Olsson is seeking a Senior Geomorphologist in Denver, CO. The Water Resources team offers its clients a full spectrum of water services, including a complete line of planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. 

As a Senior Geomorphologist, you will use your expertise in fluvial geomorphology to work on river systems, sediment transport, and landscape evolution. You'll conduct fieldwork, analyze data, design projects, support technical tasks, lead QA/QC, advise on complex projects, and develop client and environmental solutions both independently and collaboratively.

This role will include occasional travel to job sites and fieldwork in various terrain and weather conditions.  

• Strong communication skills


• Ability to contribute and work well with a team


• Master’s Degree in Geomorphology, Geology, or Engineering


• Professional Geologist or Engineer registration preferred


• 8 years of applied consulting experience in fluvial geomorphology


• Expertise in GIS, hydraulic modelling, and relevant software


• River/stream restoration and stabilization project design and management experience

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Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities


• Receive an excellent 401(k) match


• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles


• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance


• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

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