Senior Hydrotechnical (Water Resources) Engineer

The Opportunity:

WSP has a new opportunity for a Senior Hydrotechnical (Water Resources) Engineer to join the Prairies and North Region’s Water Resources Engineering Group on a full-time basis in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon or Yellowknife. The water group provides a variety of engineering and environmental water services to many high-profile projects in the Prairie Provinces, Territories, throughout Canada and throughout the world.

The successful candidate will be involved in various water resources, hydrotechnical and mining projects. Your role will include providing team leadership, mentoring, and technical expertise for water resources, civil engineering and environmental projects. As a part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will apply your engineering capabilities to a variety of projects. You will work with WSP’s clients and your other client contacts to pursue new work for the Water Resources Engineering Group

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging
• OurFlexible Work Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

• You will lead or manage water resources projects, including flood assessments, flood mapping, flood mitigation designs, hydrotechnical assessments/designs, watershed management, impact assessments, natural channel design, environmental compliance, and regulatory permitting.
• You will lead or manage various projects involving hydraulic/hydrologic analyses, including the design of hydraulic structures, surface water diversions, water control structures, water intakes, pump stations, surface water outlets to rivers, pipelines, and mining infrastructure.
• You will participate in a variety of water resources engineering projects at the proposal, planning, and execution stages for engineering studies or construction projects.
• You will manage multiple project deadlines, budgets, and scope changes.
• You will prepare proposals and technical reports.
• You will lead or manage multi-disciplinary project teams, collaborating and working efficiently with engineers, scientists, and managers at all levels, and communicating effectively with clients.
• You will develop and sustain positive business relationships.
• You will offer innovative solutions to clients through business development initiatives.
• You will provide technical direction and mentoring to junior and intermediate staff.
• You will act as a health and safety leader when conducting business on behalf of WSP.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor or Master's degree in civil engineering or water resources engineering.
• Eligibility for immediate registration with APEGA, APEGS or NAPEG as a Professional Engineer.
• Ten years minimum experience in Water Resources Engineering projects.
• Experience with water management infrastructure design and construction (this is an asset).
• Experience with tender preparation and construction administration (this is an asset).
• Experience with water resources, dams, hydraulic structures, erosion protection, or mine water management would be considered an asset
• A proven track record of developing and strengthening client relationships.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem solving, mentoring, writing, and people skills.
• The ability to exhibit a high degree of motivation, strategic planning, self-starting capability and able to work autonomously.
• A team player attitude, and the ability to motivate and lead by example.
• Experience with hydraulic or hydrologic modelling assessments in support of engineering studies or design would be an asset.