Senior Water Resources Engineer

WSP in Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 234,400; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a senior technical leader to deliver complex mine water and surface water projects across Western Canada. In the Mine Water & Environment – West team, you will shape outcomes, advise clients, mentor engineers, and help grow WSP’s mining water practice.

Locations: flexible across Alberta and British Columbia. You will lead design through construction support, develop water management strategies, and integrate mine infrastructure with water systems.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional engineer in Canada (P.Eng.) with multi‑province registration considered an asset.
• Strong consulting experience in water resources engineering with mining exposure.
• Proven leadership on complex mine water and surface water projects.
• Experience engaging with mining clients and regulators as a senior technical advisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex mine water and surface water projects from conceptual planning to detailed design.
• Develop site‑wide water management strategies, including water balances and climate resilience.
• Deliver hydrologic and hydraulic assessments to support mine operations and closure.
• Design surface water infrastructure and integrate with mine systems.
• Provide senior technical oversight and mentor engineers across the team.
• Build client relationships and contribute to proposals and growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Water resources engineering

Mentoring capability

Client engagement

Technical judgement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. registration (Canada)

Tools

HEC-RAS

PCSWMM

MIKE

SWMM

Job description

Job Description

Step into a senior technical leadership role delivering complex mine water and surface water projects across Western Canada. As part of the Mine Water & Environment – West team, you will play a critical role in shaping project outcomes, advising clients, mentoring engineers, and contributing to the continued growth of WSP’s mining water practice.

This opportunity is suited to highly experienced water resources professionals, with the final scope and title aligned to your experience, technical authority, leadership influence, and market impact.

Locations: Flexible across Alberta and British Columbia

Your Impact

• Lead complex mine water and surface water projects from conceptual planning through detailed design and construction support
• Develop and review site‑wide mine water management strategies, including water balances and climate resilience considerations
• Deliver hydrologic and hydraulic assessments supporting mine operations, infrastructure, and closure planning
• Design and oversee surface water conveyance and control infrastructure such as channels, culverts, diversions, spillways, and ponds
• Integrate mine infrastructure, tailings, and water management systems into cohesive, defensible solutions
• Provide senior technical oversight and serve as a Qualified Professional (QP) where applicable
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to proposals, pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives
• Mentor engineers and strengthen technical standards, best practices, and safety culture across the team

Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in at least one Canadian province (multi‑province registration is an asset)
• Typically 12+ years of consulting experience in water resources engineering, with strong mining exposure
• Demonstrated leadership on complex, multidisciplinary mine water and surface water projects
• Advanced expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, mine water management, and surface water infrastructure design
• Experience engaging directly with mining clients and regulators as a senior technical advisor
• Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modelling tools (e.g., HEC‑RAS, PCSWMM, MIKE, SWMM or similar)
• Strong technical judgement, mentoring capability, and collaborative leadership mindset

Compensation

Lead Professional
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 – $147,400

Principal Professional
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $147,500 – $195,400
MB & ON: $134,600 – $184,600
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $133,200 – $176,900

Senior Principal Professional
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $177,000 – $234,400
MB & ON: $161,500 – $222,300
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $159,900 – $212,300

Disclosure
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join WSP and help advance sustainable, resilient mine water solutions across Western Canada.

Health, Safety & Equity

Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. It is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.