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Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Dams and Hydropower

Recruitment By Designabout 20 hours ago
Hybrid
CA$165,000 - CA$250,000/year
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Health Benefits
Generous PTO
Stock Ownership

About the role

Our client, an award-winning, employee-owned engineering and construction company specializing in dams, natural resources and water-related projects, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams and Hydropower) to join their team in Vancouver. This is a permanent, full-time position, offering compensation in the range of $165-250k, along with extended health benefits, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership and retirement contribution matching.

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Dams and Hydropower with a strong technical background to help deliver exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate is a proven Seller-Doer and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with 15+ years of experience in water resources and extensive experience analyzing and evaluating dam structures.

Responsibilities: Develop, manage, and maintain client relationships. Identify project opportunities, actively pursue opportunities, and prepare proposals. Manage projects by establishing project deliverables, developing the project team, manage changes to project scope, establish communication plans, and monitor and control project work. Collection and analysis of field data, as-built plans and engineering reports to establish existing conditions and identify critical areas for design criteria. Manage the scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of all project phases. Supervise the preparation of project reports, grant proposals, and other documentation for stakeholders.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or a related field. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng). Eligibility and motivation to pursue US PE licensure is an asset. Minimum of 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field, with specific experience in dam removal or water resource management. Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale environmental restoration projects. Proficiency in environmental modeling software and engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, GIS). Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, contractors, and the public. Strong communication, technical and analytical skills. Travel to project sites may be required. Flexible work schedule with both office and remote work options. Regular, predictable attendance is required. Ability to get along and work effectively with others.

Please email your resume to Tyler Admiraal at tadmiraal@recruitmentbydesign.com for consideration; we thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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