Water Resources Consultant; Hybrid​/Remote

Position: Water Resources Consultant (Hybrid/Remote)
** The role – what you’ll do
** Barr is seeking a water resources consultant with expertise in water balance modeling and contaminant transport analysis—particularly using Gold Sim—to deliver both practical and innovative solutions to complex environmental challenges. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and apply water balance models using Gold Sim to support project planning and operational improvements. You will also perform technical analyses to help clients optimize water management strategies and enhance environmental resilience.

Project work is anticipated to include site-wide and basin-scale water balance modeling, operational and scenario planning for mining and industrial water management, hydrologic evaluations, climate risk assessment, contaminant transport analysis, and water resilience planning. Project work may also include hydrologic analysis for stormwater planning and flood control; hydraulic analysis for the design and operation of dams, tailings basins, and other water control structures;

and water-quality assessments to support compliance and environmental stewardship.

You’ll join an established, passionate team committed to solving complex water challenges through technical excellence and collaboration. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on projects that matter—while advancing your career in a dynamic consulting environment.

A successful person in this role will work with and/or oversee diverse teams of engineers and scientists, integrating important facets of each discipline into water balance models. They must possess a flexible working style and be willing to occasionally modify their schedule to meet deadlines and client needs. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential
** Your impact – key responsibilities**
* ** Technical knowledge:
** expertise and experience in Gold Sim modeling for water management, including water balance development, operational forecasting, sensitivity and uncertainty evaluation to support risk assessment, water management planning and design, and regulatory compliance, as well as the ability to translate complex modeling outcomes into practical, actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical audiences. Also perform hydrologic, hydraulic, and/or water quality analyses and studies, develop conceptual models, and perform QA/QC.
* ** Project and task management:
** assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients. Perform QA/QC and provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior staff.
** About the opportunity**
* ** Hybrid:
** 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;
Albuquerque, New Mexico; or Salt Lake City, Utah.
* ** Remote:
** a remote work arrangement may be considered for this position. A remote arrangement refers to working primarily from a home office. Remote arrangements will be considered based on candidate qualifications, local regulations, and Barr’s needs.
* ** Work environment:
** ability to work in an office environment. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
** About you – required core competencies**
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* Education:

** bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or mining engineering with emphasis on mine water management or a bachelor’s degree in math, science, or other related discipline.
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* Experience:

** at least 5 years of applied experience performing water balances and water resources analysis and modeling.  + Experience developing water balance models, including spreadsheet-based and advanced simulation tools, particularly Gold Sim.  + Statistical analysis of hydrological and other environmental data.  + Developed skills in probabilistic analysis or modeling, uncertainty analyses, and/or Monte Carlo analyses to inform…