Junior Hydrologist or Water Resources Technologist / EIT

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental consulting is seeking a Junior Hydrologist or Water Resources Technologist to join their Water Resources Team. The candidate will conduct fieldwork, manage data, and assist in various hydrology projects across Canada. This entry-level position offers opportunities for mentorship and professional growth within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Well-being program

Group registered retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC.
• Experience in hydrology-related fieldwork.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent hydrology fieldwork with support from experienced team members.
• Manage and interpret field data using specialized software.
• Assist with hydrologic assessments and write technical reports.

Skills

Hydrology

Water Resource Engineering

Data Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applied science or civil/environmental engineering

Tools

Aquarius

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

GIS software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Junior Hydrologist or Water Resources Technologist / EIT - ( 2500013X )

Description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that is critical to our clients and the communities we support.

Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Our Water Resources team includes nationally recognized experts in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Hydrotechnical Engineering, and Geochemistry along with subject matter experts in Water Resources Engineering, Water Balance Modeling, and Water Quality. We work on projects local to BC as well as across Canada and internationally. A role with Stantec provides the support of leading scientists and engineers, with the opportunity to grow your career in multiple directions.

Stantec is seeking a Junior Hydrologist / Water Resources Technologist / Water Resource Engineer-in-Training to work as an integrated member of our Water Resources Team in British Columbia. The ideal candidate has experience completing fieldwork related to hydrology, and familiarity with water resources science or engineering. As a Junior Hydrologist / Water Resources Technologist / Water Resource Engineer-in-Training, you will conduct exciting work with multi-disciplinary teams on various projects across Canada. The successful candidate will join a team that works together to foster a collaborative culture with a focus on communication, mentorship and opportunity.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent hydrology fieldwork with either on-site or remote support and supervision from experienced team members
• Manage and interpret field data
• Use specialized equipment and software
• Assist with hydrologic and hydraulic assessments, water resource permitting applications and environmental impact assessments
• Write technical memorandums and contribute to reports such as Environmental Assessments, Technical Data Reports, and Permitting Applications
• Support development of proposals
• Actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Program to promote a strong health and safety culture
• Perform tasks, as requested, efficiently and accurately, using standard methods and techniques

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• A basic understanding of the general concepts of hydrology and water resource related civil engineering principles
• A British Columbia professional / technologist designation is required (in-training registration is sufficient)
• Knowledge of various hydrologic or hydraulic and statistical software (e.g., Aquarius, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, R) and GIS or other similar software and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage time to meet project schedules and budgets
• Superior and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Possess a valid driver’s license and willing to travel within BC and Canada to remote locations as required
• Able to endure long days of physically and mentally challenging field work while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude
• Excellent navigational skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve problems in the field
• Application of geospatial databases and big-data management including statistical analyses, advanced programming and / or water quality experience are considered assets

Education and Experience

• Applicants must be registered, or eligible to register with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia as an EIT or GIT, or with ASTTBC as an AScT immediately
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in applied science, science related to water resources, civil or environmental engineering, or a technical diploma with 2 years of hydrology related experience
• Valid safety training certificates relevant to field work (first aid, auxiliary vehicles, boating, etc.) are an asset

Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining relatively sedentary. Field work may include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather and rough terrain, and requirements to lift items and equipment up to 50 lbs. Stantec offers a flexible work arrangement for desk-based tasks, combining home-based and office-based time.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Salary Range(s) :

• Lower Mainland $60,200 / BC Other Areas $56,800 - Lower Mainland $84,300 / BC Other Areas $79,500 Min / Max Pay Range for postings located in BC (Lower Mainland includes Vancouver & Burnaby)

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary / casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : Canada-British Columbia-Burnaby

Other Locations : Canada-British Columbia-Kelowna, Canada-British Columbia-Terrace, Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver, Canada-Yukon-Whitehorse, Canada-British Columbia-Sidney, Canada-British Columbia-Quesnel, Canada-British Columbia-Kamloops, Canada-British Columbia-Victoria, Canada-British Columbia-Prince George

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 24, 2025, 9 : 29 : 44 AM

Additional Information

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability / Protected Veterans

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