Senior Hydrologist / Water Resources Engineer

Overview

The Water Resources Group has an opportunity for a Senior Hydrologist or Water Resources Engineer in British Columbia to join our growing team of water resources specialists, engineers, and scientists with a strong focus on mining water management. The position will ideally be located in either Burnaby, Victoria, or Sidney, British Columbia but there is flexibility for other offices in British Columbia.

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community and delivering work that supports clients and communities.

Your Opportunity

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth.

Responsibilities

• Leading hydrology and water resources components of projects from baseline assessments through permitting, operations, and closure.
• Developing mine water management plans, water balances, and water management infrastructure designs.
• Hydrological modelling (e.g., HEC-HMS, Raven) and assessment (e.g., flood frequency analysis and regional analysis), including incorporation of climate change into predictive models.
• Assisting in environmental flow needs (EFN) assessments, fish habitat loss assessments, habitat offsetting studies, and designs related to habitat compensation plans.
• Managing tasks and projects according to approved scopes of work, delivering quality reports on schedule and within budget.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior and intermediate staff.
• Interacting with clients, environmental regulators, and community stakeholders.
• Contributing to proposal development, client presentations, and business growth initiatives.
• Consistent demonstration and promotion of HSSE policies and procedures, including client-specific training where applicable.

Capabilities and Credentials

Education and Experience

Typical office environment with computer work; field work may involve exposure to the elements. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities and duties and may change at any time.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We bring diverse perspectives together to address climate change, digital transformation, and resilient infrastructure.

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