Job Description:
Summary:
The person in this position will work with multidisciplinary project teams
providing project and/or task management and technical support primarily for
Barr's mining clients in addition to other clients in markets such as heavy
industry and power generation. Responsibilities are expected to include
leading technical analyses related to water balance modeling; hydrologic and
hydraulic analyses and engineering studies; interacting with, coordinating
with, and potentially leading or managing multi-disciplinary project
teams; mentoring junior staff through project work; advising clients on
mine water management strategies through completion of alternatives
analyses; providing environmental consulting services; writing technical
reports; and performing business development likely through conference
presentations and writing proposals. Work may involve short-term,
out-of-town assignments such as site visits.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering
8 or more years of related work experience with a focus on mining and mine
water management
Professional Engineer (PE) certification or eligibility for immediate
certification
Experience working with hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality
methods, modeling tools, and software such as GoldSim, HEC-RAS,
HEC-HMS, XPSWMM/PCSWMM, HSPF, HydroCAD, MS Excel, or the MIKE Suite of tools
Familiarity with publicly available data sets to support hydrologic analyses
such as USGS gage data in the USA, hydrometric stations in Canada, climate
data from NWS, Environment Canada, or other gages
Experience advising clients on mine water management strategies and
alternatives analysis
Developed skills in probabilistic analysis or modeling, uncertainty
analyses, and/or Monte Carlo analyses to inform and complete risk assessments
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proven task or project management skills including quality management
Willingness to work cooperatively with project team members in a high-energy
working environment that encourages self-initiative
Flexible working style as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for
sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications:
More than 10 years of experience working on projects directly related to job
responsibilities described above at a consulting engineering or mining or
industrial worksite
Master's degree or PhD degree in civil or environmental engineering
Strong relationships with clients and the ability to develop or foster ongoing
relationships and maintain a high level of client service
Examples of providing water resources engineering to support permitting and
compliance
Experience with mine closure and reclamation planning such as assessing
alternatives and developing a plan, including community involvement
Expertise with one or more of the following: data analysis,
visualization, and presentation; hydraulic structure (outlet works)
analysis and design; risk-informed decision making for alternative
development and selection; climate change analysis for mine water management
decision making; water recovery and re-use; cost-benefit assessments;
due diligence services (e.g., review boards) for water management projects
A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work
arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home
office. This position can be based out of the following Barr offices Denver,
Colorado; Duluth, Hibbing, or Minneapolis, Minnesota; Bismarck,
North Dakota, or Salt Lake City, Utah.
NOTE:Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction
sites and may require entering and working in facilities that include limited
accessibility moving machinery, and other conditions typical of
industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal
sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated
physical exam may be required. If any of these work types present
themselves, safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to
participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.
Colorado Applicants Only:
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is
$95,000-$125,000 Compensation will vary based on experience,
education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this
position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus. Our compensation