Job DescriptionBuild the Future With Us — As a Principal Hydrotechnical Engineer, you will bring technical leadership to impactful projects shaping water systems and resilient communities across British Columbia. From watershed modelling to complex hydraulic analysis, your expertise will help protect ecosystems, infrastructure, and the people who rely on them.Your ImpactLead hydrotechnical design and analysis for complex, climate‐resilient water infrastructure projects across Western CanadaDeliver watershed, hydrologic, and hydraulic modelling that informs major municipal and provincial decisionsGrow WSP's presence through business development, strengthening client relationships, and expanding project opportunitiesProvide senior technical guidance on water resources assessments within multidisciplinary project teamsChampion cutting-edge tools and modelling approaches to enhance sustainability and project outcomesCollaborate across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines to deliver integrated solutionsMentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellenceBuild trusted relationships with clients, regulators, and partners while ensuring high‐quality project deliveryThe Skills That Set You ApartDegree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology,



or related disciplineRegistered as a P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC), or eligible within six months15+ years of experience in hydrotechnical or water resources engineering consultingStrong technical expertise demonstrated through delivery of complex water infrastructure projectsProficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modelling tools (e.G., HEC‐RAS, MIKE, PCSWMM, GIS-based workflows)Experience in flood mitigation, river engineering, drainage systems, or watershed studiesProven success in business development and client relationship managementKnowledge of BC regulatory frameworks, permitting processes, and hydrotechnical design practicesCompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $147,500 – $195,400MB & ON: $134,600 – $184,600NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $133,200 – $176,900DisclosureThe 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Principal Hydrotechnical Engineer (Vancouver)
🏢 WSP
📍 Vancouver