Senior Project Director

W3Global; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Investment allowance

Performance bonus

Health benefits including HSA

Life insurance

Dental care

Extended health care

Vision care

Paid time off

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an experienced hydrogeologist to join our mining services team in British Columbia. The role can be based in Nanaimo or a home office near Vancouver.

You will lead hydrogeology components on local and international mining projects, collaborate with engineers, and provide oversight on water-related studies and environmental compliance. The position offers a flexible, safety‑conscious environment, a competitive compensation package with bonus and health benefits, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering or related discipline.
• 18+ years of relevant consulting/industry experience in physical hydrogeology.
• Professional designation with EGBC.
• Established network within the mining industry.
• Fluent communication, teamwork, and ability to travel to remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide hydrogeology leadership on local and international mining projects through the lifecycle.
• Lead hydrogeology components of large projects with interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical oversight on water supply exploration, seepage management, dewatering, and environmental compliance.
• Support strategic planning and business development to expand mining services.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Team player

Project leadership

Willing to travel

Spanish language asset

Education

Bachelor's degree in hydrogeology/geology/geological engineering

Tools

Leapfrog

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

GoldSim

Job description

Full Job Description

We are looking for an experienced hydrogeologist to join our mining services team based in British Columbia. This is an opportunity for a self-motivated individual to take their career to the next level with a growing company of geoscientists and engineers specializing in physical hydrogeology and groundwater resources. Our mining services team supports projects across Western Canada, the United States, Mexico, and South America.

This position can be based out of our Nanaimo office, or from a home office located in or nearby Vancouver.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have a keen interest in solving complex problems alongside our team of skilled senior and principal hydrogeologists. Candidates with the following qualifications should apply:

• Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering or related discipline.
• 18+ years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience in physical hydrogeology.
• Possesses professional designation with EGBC.
• An established network within the mining industry.
• Excellent communicator, both verbally and written, and experience working in a team environment (fluent Spanish is an asset).
• Strong work ethic with well developed organizational and time management skills.
• Working knowledge and understanding of environmental legislation related to mining including the Mines Act, Environmental Management Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Water Sustainability Act, and related code and policies.
• Experience with geological modelling (e.g., Leapfrog), groundwater flow modeling (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW) and/or water balance/water quality modelling (e.g., GoldSim).
• Extensive experience in managing client expectations and project deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain existing clients and develop productive client relationships.
• Candidates must be comfortable working and travelling to remote locations. International travel may be required.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
  
  

OPPORTUNITY

• Provide hydrogeological experience and leadership on local and international mining projects throughout the mining lifecycle including: Design & Feasibility; Operations; Due Diligence & Independent Reviews; Environmental Impacts Assessments; Closure Planning.
• Lead the hydrogeology components of large projects with interdisciplinary teams. You will collaborate with other industry leaders in mining, geotechnical, hydrology, and geochemistry to deliver integrated water management solutions for the mining sector.
• Provide technical oversight on a broad range of services, including water supply exploration and development, seepage management, dewatering, hydrogeological characterization studies and environmental compliance.
• Support strategic planning and business development initiatives to expand our mining services business.
  
  

The Position Offers

• Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance.
• Safe work environment in accordance with WorkSafe BC and monitored by a dedicated H&S Leader.
• Comprehensive Compensation Package, including: competitive base salary, investment allowance, performance bonus, and comprehensive health benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance.
  
  

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
  
  

Application Question(s)

• Are you legally permitted to work in Canada?
• Do you have a degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, engineering geology or related discipline?
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (required)
  
  

Work Location: Nanaimo, BC