Senior Coastal Hydraulic Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 138,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Burnaby is seeking a Senior Coastal Hydraulics Engineer to oversee marine infrastructure designs. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in hydraulics engineering and a collaborative attitude, working alongside various engineering disciplines. This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Top-tier medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans with matching

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years experience in coastal hydraulic engineering for marine and coastal infrastructure.
• Licensed to practice engineering in Canada, eligibility for other provinces or territories.
• Proficient in English, with proficiency in French or Spanish as an asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as ambassador for coastal hydraulic engineering at Kiewit.
• Develop engineering design recommendations and lead coastal/hydraulic engineering.
• Coordinate with multiple teams for on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Metocean analyses

Hydraulic modelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering or Water Resources Engineering

Master’s degree or Ph.D.

Tools

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID:176302

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department:Design Engineering

Market:Marine

Employment Type:Full Time

Kiewit has an immediate opening for a Senior Coastal Hydraulics Engineer with experience in the design and construction of marine and coastal infrastructures to support Kiewit’s Marine and Coastal Resiliency (MCR) business across North America. This role presents a unique opportunity to act as an internal engineer at Kiewit, with access to Kiewit’s resources and experience to ensure that design work is carried out with the best constructability guidelines in the market. The successful candidate will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a focus on collaboration while providing technical, quality, and safety leadership on projects and pursuits.

The Senior Coastal Hydraulic Engineer will work with an interdisciplinary team that includes civil, structural, geotechnical, as well as estimators, schedulers and other construction professionals, to identify metocean and hydraulic risks and develop appropriate designs for projects.

The Senior Coastal Hydraulic Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the production and/or review of engineering analyses, reports, construction drawings, specifications, and other deliverables. Additionally, they will be responsible for connecting with the Operating Districts, developing a strong trusting relationship with the main stakeholders in districts, understanding their engineering support needs in the Marine, Ports, Maritime, and Coastal space, and coordinating the efforts of the rest of the MCR team in implementing what is needed to meet those needs. They will also be responsible for working with Kiewit’s Quality Department.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building RRSP plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This position is to be based out of our Burnaby, BC Offices, with travel as business necessitates to project sites and other offices (less than 15%).

Position could qualify for flexible remote work based on the candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Be the ambassador for coastal hydraulic engineering at Kiewit, building a strong and trusting relationship with the Western Canada Operating District and other operating districts that work on Marine, Ports, Maritime and Coast projects across Canada and USA.
• Work on preliminary engineering designs and EPC/design-build pursuits and projects; developing design recommendations and producing design deliverables; serving as lead coastal/hydraulic engineer and engineer of record with responsibility for design recommendations and deliverables.
• Ensure designs are completed with consistent application of design standards, technical approaches, and in accordance with the design quality management program.
• Provide oversight for subconsultant assisted work and ensure all quality and standard internal procedures are implemented into designs.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) services as part of interdisciplinary pursuit teams working to develop innovative and cost-effective bid phase designs, identify key metocean and hydraulic design risks, and develop plans to mitigate those risks.
• Coordinate with the Design and Project Management Team to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Lead the exploration of alternate designs or new technologies to challenge the status quo and provoke exploration of new or innovative design solutions.
• Collaborate with staff and the Design Management Team to develop work scopes and labor estimates.
• Interface with Clients, Construction Personnel, Subconsultants, and Regulatory Agencies.
• Foster an environment that emphasizes collaboration and coordination; provide feedback and encourage learning to create growth opportunities; mentor team members.
• Lead by example with respect to safety, quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Evaluating metocean and hydraulic conditions as they relate to marine infrastructure projects, including analyzing datasets, wave/current loading conditions, evaluating scour potential, etc.
• Evaluating flooding related hazards and risks and their impact on projects. Where risks are identified, develop potential solutions to cost effectively address these risks.
• Perform 1-, 2-, and 3-dimensional coastal/hydraulic analyses using a range of industry standard methods and software.
• Supervise and oversee the work of others as required, and mentor younger engineers in their technical development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering or Water Resources Engineering. A Master’s degree or Ph.D. is an asset.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in coastal hydraulic engineering related to marine and coastal infrastructure.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, particularly in the context of being an ambassador for the coastal hydraulics discipline.
• Experience in metocean analyses and hydraulic modelling, including computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and experience in the quality control of these.
• Licensed to practice engineering in Canada with eligibility to obtain licenses in other provinces or territories.
• Licensed as a PE in the USA is an asset
• Efficiency, client focus, autonomy, initiative, ability to work independently and prioritize.
• Proficient in English, proficiency in French or Spanish is an asset
• This position requires travel to project offices and work sites. Ability to travel based on business needs and requirements, including the physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Compensation: $138,000/yr - $170,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.