Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

McElhanney; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Harmony

Comprehensive Benefits

Safe & Inclusive Workplace

Compensation: Bonus plan & share-owner

Professional Development

Career Progression

Relocation Support

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. seeks an Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to join our team in Vancouver, Victoria or Nanaimo, BC. You will lead technical studies, designs, and project delivery for hydrotechnical and civil infrastructure projects across British Columbia.

With 6+ years of relevant experience and BC Professional Engineer eligibility, you will coordinate scope, schedule, budget and client communications, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering.
• Registered or eligible for P.Eng. in British Columbia.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary projects and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to hydro- and civil-water resources studies and designs.
• Coordinate project delivery, scheduling, budgeting, and client communications.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

McElhanney is looking for an Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to join our growing team in Vancouver, Victoria or Nanaimo, BC. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is ready to take on greater technical responsibility, contribute to project delivery, and further develop their project management and client relationship skills.

In this role, you will contribute to a wide range of hydrotechnical and civil infrastructure projects across British Columbia. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders, you will lead technical studies, engineering design, project coordination, and project delivery. This role is well suited to someone with a strong technical foundation, experience coordinating projects, and an interest in growing into a Project Manager role. You will also have opportunities to support and lead business development initiatives and help strengthen client relationships within the water resources sector.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and contribute to engineering assessments and designs for water distribution, sanitary collection, stormwater conveyance systems, river engineering, flood modeling, mapping and risk analysis, environmental hydraulics, aquatic habitat enhancement, and related water resources projects.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, hydraulic analyses, calculations, design reports, specifications, and other project deliverables.
• Coordinate project delivery activities, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, client communications, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in field investigations, site inspections, construction services, and regulatory approval processes to support successful project delivery.
• Support and progressively lead project management responsibilities, including project administration, stakeholder engagement, and client coordination.
• Contribute to business development activities through proposal preparation, client meetings, relationship building, and identifying opportunities for new work.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering, with a focus on water-related disciplines.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, preferably within a consulting engineering environment.
• Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia.
• Experience in storm, sanitary or water network modelling and civil infrastructure design.
• Project management or coordination experience, including exposure to project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and client engagement.
• Experience or interest in business development, including proposal writing and client relationship management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $140,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
• Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan and share ownership potential.
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement.
• Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.
• Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.