Job Description Build 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 Impact Lead hydrotechnical design and analysis for complex, climate‑resilient water infrastructure projects across Western Canada
Deliver watershed, hydrologic, and hydraulic modelling that informs major municipal and provincial decisions
Grow WSP’s presence through business development, strengthening client relationships, and expanding project opportunities
Provide senior technical guidance on water resources assessments within multidisciplinary project teams
Champion creative tools and modelling approaches to enhance sustainability and project outcomes
Collaborate across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines to deliver integrated solutions
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence
Build trusted relationships with clients, regulators, and partners while ensuring high‑quality project delivery
The Skills That Set You Apart Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology,



or related discipline
Registered as a P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC), or eligible within six months
15+ years of experience in hydrotechnical or water resources engineering consulting
Strong technical expertise demonstrated through delivery of complex water infrastructure projects
Proficiency 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 studies
Proven success in business development and client relationship management
Knowledge of BC regulatory frameworks, permitting processes, and hydrotechnical design practices
Compensation 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
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.

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📌 Principal Hydrotechnical Engineer (British Columbia)
🏢 WSP
📍 British Columbia