Senior Coastal Engineer

Stantec; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Wellness program

RRSP

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Intermediate or Senior Coastal Engineer to join our Water Resources Engineering team. You will lead coastal and river projects, develop hydrodynamic models, and apply coastal processes knowledge to design coastal protection and flood risk initiatives.

This role reports to a Team Lead and collaborates across Canada and globally, with opportunities to mentor others and contribute to proposals, schedules, and budgets.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering with focus on hydrodynamics, water resources, geomorphology or earth sciences
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in consulting or regulatory environments
• Regular use of hydrodynamic modeling tools and proficiency with coastal processes

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects and tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Lead engineering assessment and design projects involving infrastructure, flood risk reduction, and coastal restoration
• Develop hydrodynamic models using MIKE 3, MIKE 21, and Telemac to support coastal and river engineering projects
• Prepare technical reports with field investigations, analyses, design basis, drawings, and cost opinions
• Contribute to proposals, work plans, schedules, and budgets
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff

Skills

Coastal engineering

Hydrodynamics

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Graduate degree in Civil/Water Resources

P.Eng. eligibility

Tools

MIKE 3

MIKE 21

Telemac

Job description

Communities everywhere share the need for clean water. And as they work to meet that need, they’re facing new, more complex challenges every day. Our water professionals collaborate to contribute innovative ideas, guided by scientific rigor and a vision for sustainable growth. Every day, we’re helping communities improve, reuse, and protect our world’s most precious resource.

Join our team to deliver transformational projects that will benefit future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U.

We are seeking an Intermediate or Senior Coastal Engineer to join our Burnaby office. You will be part of the Water Resources Engineering team within Stantec’s Water Business Line. You will report directly to a Team Lead on our local Water Resources team and collaborate with other water resources engineers from across Canada and within Stantec’s global networks to deliver projects both in British Columbia and across the Globe.

Your Key Responsibilities

As An Intermediate Or Senior Coastal Engineer, You Will

• Manage assigned projects and tasks independently and with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding and consistent application of industry standards, guidelines, and regulatory frameworks
• Lead and contribute to engineering assessment and design projects involving infrastructure, flood risk reduction, and restoration in coastal areas.
• Develop hydrodynamic models using tools such as MIKE 3, MIKE 21, and Telemac to support coastal and river engineering projects including design of coastal protection, nature based solutions, flooding risk analysis, design of marine infrastructure, sediment transport analysis, shoreline protection assessments, etc.
• Apply a strong understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic principles as well as coastal processes.
• Prepare technical reports documenting field investigations, analytical findings interpretations, design basis, design drawings, and opinions of probable cost.
• Lead and support proposal development and assist in creating work plans, project schedules, and budgets.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to a cohesive and productive work environment that values mentoring, workload sharing and both individual and team development.
• Perform primarily office-based work, involving extended periods of computer use and data analysis.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to deliver high-quality, organized, and consistent results
• Self-motivated and collaborative team player
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities daily
• Recognized for technical expertise and practical problem-solving
• Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent team-building abilities
• Technically proficient
• Familiarity with local markets and practices is an asset
• Commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) standards
• Entry-level project management skills are an asset
• Valid G-class driver's license required

Education and Experience

• Graduate degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering with a focus on hydrodynamics, water resources, and geomorphology or earth sciences
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in consulting or regulatory environments
• Regular use of hydrodynamic modeling tools.
• Professional engineer registration (P.Eng.) with EGBC or eligibility to obtain P.Eng.
• Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$111,700.00 - $167,600.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

• health, dental, and vision plans
• a wellness program
• health care spending account
• welfare spending account
• 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
• 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 | BC | Burnaby

Other Locations: Canada | BC | Kelowna

Organization: BC-1117 Water-CA British Columbia

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time