DMC , an employee-owned engineering consulting firm in BC, is growing, and we’re looking for a Dam Safety Engineer who’s ready to help us keep the momentum moving. Our expanding team works across British Columbia, delivering practical, high‑quality engineering grounded in strong fundamentals and a culture built on collaboration and grounded problem solving. With more than 60 years of collective experience in our corner,we bring technical depth and a mentoring culture that keeps peoplelearning, growing, and stepping confidently into bigger roles.
Weare seeking a candidate that is proficient in project management,hydrologic/watershed analysis and modelling, hydraulic structuremodelling, and design. The candidate would ideally have client liaison experience and be proficient in preparing technical memos and reports.
The successful candidate’s duties will include participating in undertaking dam safety reviews, annualdam safety inspections, dam breach, inundation and consequenceclassification assessments, preparation of dam emergency plans,preparation of design of appurtenant hydraulic structures, and hydrology and numerical flow modelling. Travel throughout British Columbia and Yukon may be required in this position.
DMC ’s Infrastructure Group supports a wide range of projects, including linear infrastructure development, commercial and industrial structures, natural hazard mitigation, dam engineering, and marine facilities. Our clients include provincial agencies, municipalities, utilities, FirstNation communities, architects, developers, and contractors throughoutBC. We take pride in delivering work that’s grounded, reliable,



andbuilt to stand the test of time which is the engineering equivalent of a clean beat.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Water Resource Engineering (minimum)
Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience
Knowledge of Canadian Dam Safety Guidelines, Associated Technical Bulletins, and the BC Dam Safety Regulations
Knowledge of standard computer hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software packages such as RMC-BestFit, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, FLO-2D
Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Qualified Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC
Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision
Previous project management experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) with a clean driving record
Legally eligible to work in Canada
Strong work ethic with a drive to excel and deliver high‑quality work
Effective communicator with excellent oral and written skills
Able to work independently or collaboratively within a team environment
Supplementary Skills:
Previous experience participating in dam safety reviews




Familiarity with the BC Extreme Flood Project guidance documents
Familiarity with the EGBC Professional Practice Guideline Legislated Dam Safety Reviews in BC
Familiarity with geotechnical and/or structural aspects of dam safety
Familiaritywith environmental permitting, legislation and regulations includingthe Riparian Area Regulation and the Water Sustainability Act
Experience with taking projects from proposal stage through conceptual design, detailed design, and construction
Knowledge of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code and the BC Supplement to TAC Geometric Design Guide
Business development skills
The Rewards:
Inexchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a highlycompetitive annual salary along with a comprehensive benefits package,including:
Extended health and dental coverage
Long term disability insurance
Profit sharing opportunities
Reimbursement of applicable professional membership dues
Employee share options
Opportunities for paid training and professional development (role dependent)
Upon joining DMC , you will be welcomed into a close-knit and cohesive organization with excellent company culture and a range of social events. Ourteam brings deep experience across a wide range of consulting services,supporting First Nation communities, provincial agencies,municipalities, architects, developers, and contracting firms throughoutBC. Backed by a trusted network of associates, we’re able to scale our expertise across western Canada and beyond keeping projects moving and the momentum strong.

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📌 Dam Safety Engineer (British Columbia)
🏢 dmc institute
📍 British Columbia