Are you a seasoned water resources professional looking to lead meaningful projects that shape sustainable water use in the Pacific Northwest? At Landau Associates, you'll join a passionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to solving complex water challenges—while enjoying the benefits of employee ownership, flexible work, and a culture that values your voice. Why JoinLandau Associates? Employee-Ownership: Your contributions directly impact your success and the company's future. Mission-Driven Work: Help communities and clients manage water resources responsibly and sustainably. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a close-knit team that values collaboration, responsiveness, and quality. Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid work schedule in one of the following office locations: Seattle, Spokane, Olympia, or Tacoma, Washington or Portland, OregonWhat You'll DoAs a senior member of the water resources team, you will have the opportunity to: Lead and manage water resource projects from concept to proposal to execution Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships Identify new clients and lead business development for water resources opportunities Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development Analyze and interpret hydrologic, hydrogeologic, and water quality data Assist with the design of supply wells, aquifer storage and recovery, and ground source heat pump injection well systems Provide senior level technical review on a wide range of water supply development, water rights permitting, and hydrogeologic evaluation deliverables Prepare and provide senior review of technical reports and regulatory documentation Lead water rights assessments, transfers, and applications in WA, OR, and IDWhat We're Looking ForBasic Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in hydrogeology, geology, engineering, or a related field 15+ years of relevant experience in water supply, hydrogeology, water rights, and project management in WA, OR, or IDExpertise in the regional geology, hydrogeology, and local regulations, including familiarity with Washington and Oregon water rights and/or hydrogeologic settings Strong project management, writing, marketing, and communication skills Strong understanding of the water resources business market and clients in WA and ORClient relationships that are likely to lead to successful business development Ability to conduct occasional site visits Valid Driver's License
Preferred: Professional licensure (e.g., LHG, LG/RG, PE, CWRE)
Experience mentoring and training staff and willingness to manage junior technical staff Experience with groundwater and/or surface water modeling What We OfferLandau Associates offers an excellent compensation and benefits package in an environment that promotes personal growth and professional advancement. The salary range for this position is $150,000 – $205,000. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, performance, location, and internal equity. As part of our compensation program, we review and update our salary ranges at least annually. We provide a wide variety of benefits to support our employees and their families. Details can be found on the Careers page of our website. Qualified applicants are encouraged to visit our Careers page at to apply online. Landau Associates is an equal opportunity employer.
