Technical Consulting Director, Hydrologist

ERM: Environmental Resources Management; Smithers; Hybrid; CAD 134,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental consultancy is seeking a Technical Consulting Director as a Hydrologist to lead water studies for mining projects across Canada. The role requires 15+ years of consulting experience in water resource management and offers competitive compensation, with the option to work remotely or in a hybrid model. This is a senior leadership position focused on strategic growth within the organization.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Vacation starting at 4 weeks

Tuition assistance

Extended medical, dental, and vision plans

Group RRSP retirement

Qualifications

• P.Eng. or P.Geo with extensive experience in consulting.
• 15+ years of experience in water resource management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory drivers in mining and energy sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead water management services and expand client base.
• Prepare technical documents and serve as senior technical reviewer.
• Develop new business opportunities and prepare proposals.

Skills

Hydrometeorology

Water balance

Geochemical modeling

Hydrologic modeling

Team-building

Client relationship management

English writing and presentation

Education

MSc/PhD in civil or environmental engineering

Job description

Overview

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Hydrologist, Technical Consulting Director in a leadership role within our Water practice. You will design and lead the execution of water studies for major mining projects throughout Canada. We work across the mining life-cycle to support environmental assessments, permitting, operational decisions, and closure planning. You can work from our offices in downtown Vancouver, Calgary or Toronto, or choose to work remotely, or in a hybrid model that combines in-person and remote work. This is a senior leadership role where you will help shape our strategy and share accountability for business growth in Canada.

ERM is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services with offices in over 40 countries. We work with Global Fortune 500 companies and government clients to deliver sustainable solutions. Your work will contribute directly to the success of these projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to expand our water management services and client base in Canada; serve as a key member of the core technical team to drive growth in environmental impact assessment, permitting, risk assessment, water resources management and site closure.
• Lead the preparation of technical documents in your field of expertise. Depending on complexity, this may involve hands-on interpretation, delegating work to junior staff, and serving as the senior technical reviewer.
• Contribute to business development in our global impact assessment and planning service area. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take an active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients.
• Capitalize on existing ERM client relationships to expand ERM’s profile and market share through excellent technical delivery and business development. Act as a main point of contact for clients across multiple technical disciplines and service lines.
• Collaborate effectively in multi-disciplinary teams with other ERM subject matter experts to integrate work and communicate findings to diverse audiences.

Who you are

• P.Eng. or P.Geo with MSc/PhD in civil or environmental engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of consulting experience in water resource management, impact assessment and permitting in the Mining sector, with expertise in hydrometeorology, water balance and/or geochemical modeling, and hydrologic modeling of environmental water quality.
• Strong understanding of regulatory drivers within mining and energy sectors, with broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices.
• Well-developed team-building and influencing skills; high integrity; capable of addressing client and business needs and challenges.
• Recognized technical expertise with a positive reputation with regulators relevant to environmental approvals.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Experienced people management leader.
• Strong English writing and presentation skills.

Working with ERM

ERM has delivered client services in Canada for over 35 years, with over 250 employees across the country. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive community.

Benefits & Recognition

Personal Development

• Career mapping tools and resources for career growth
• ERM Academy training programs with mentoring and coaching
• Technical communities and engagement to connect with ERM colleagues globally
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement for relevant conferences, seminars, memberships and designations

Recognition Programs & Financial Benefits

• Annual bonus to eligible employees; awards for exceptional performance
• Group RRSP retirement savings
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Parental leave top-up

Medical & Wellbeing

• Extended medical, dental and vision plans for you and dependents
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Best Doctors Program

Office & Community

• Client events and social activities
• Opportunities to collaborate with ERM’s international teams and the ERM Foundation

We anticipate a base pay range of $134,383 – $162,345 CAD for the Technical Consulting Director, Hydrologist role. Final compensation depends on education, qualifications, experience, location, performance, and business needs. This role may be eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement benefits, and applicable company programs.

How to apply

You can apply for this role through the ERM careers portal. Note: No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until earned and determinable; bonuses and other compensation are at the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid.

About ERM

As a global sustainability consultancy, we partner with leading organizations to create innovative solutions that address environmental, health, safety, risk and social challenges. We value diversity and inclusivity and strive to be a great place to build a career.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and provide accommodations on request. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes.