Senior Coastal Engineer

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

Job summary

Stantec in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Intermediate or Senior Coastal Engineer to join the Water Resources team. You will lead projects in coastal and river environments, develop hydrodynamic models, and contribute to design and risk reduction efforts.

The role emphasizes collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, client engagement, and delivery of technically rigorous reports while ensuring HSSE standards and professional registration progress.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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

Skills

Coastal engineering

Hydrodynamics

Hydraulic principles

Project management

Education

M.Sc. Civil or Water Resources Engineering

P.Eng. eligibility or registration

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

• 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

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
• 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.

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

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness 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, 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 | BC | Burnaby

Other Locations

Canada | BC | Victoria

Organization

BC-1117 Water-CA British Columbia

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

No

Schedule

Full time