We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities. Director of Water Resources includes project delivery and direction, provision of technical expertise in water resources engineering design, business development, understanding and maintaining key client relationships, training and mentoring of junior staff and active development of current client relationships and opportunities in line with our strategy. This role is predominantly within the mining business, with potential to also work with other local sectors, including infrastructure and land development. Provide senior technical direction, review, and sign-off of work within your area of professional practice Deliver practice-leading consulting services to internal and external clients in the areas of conceptual model development, hydraulics, engineering design, mine water management, stormwater management, flood-lines, hydrology, water conservation and demand management, water balances and mine water management Direct and review water resource aspects of a range of international mining and water resources projects, including environmental assessments, environmental permitting, and engineering design projects Climatic, hydrological, and hydraulic assessments, including fieldwork, data management, data analysis,



and modelling Integrated water management plans and completing conceptual design of water management infrastructure Water balance modelling to assess water management solutions and to estimate water demand, treatment, storage, and discharge volumes Pre-feasibility, feasibility and detailed designs of water management infrastructure (e.g. open channels, sewers, culverts, spillways, energy dissipators, holding and settling ponds, pumping systems) including capital and operating cost estimates Dam break analyses of water and tailings dams, including developing inundation maps, delineating self-rescue zones and classifying dams in terms of risk to population, property and the environment Dilution and assimilative capacity assessments of surface water receivers of effluent Assist with developing projects and services which support climate change reporting, resilience and adaptation, including nature-based solutions Participate in and direct multi-disciplinary project teams on local, regional and international consulting projects Manage and grow a team of water resources professionals across North America You are entrepreneurial in nature , have previous experience in leading complex projects,



and are a client focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced team-approach environment. You have a strong understanding of the mining sector and the regulatory environment within North America. Related technical qualifications including relevant undergraduate degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or another related field Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology or a related field / postgraduate qualification in engineering or environmental management Proactive approach in technical service delivery Developed project delivery and direction experience Experience in leading, mentoring, and training staff both in projects and performance management Demonstrated track record of risk, financial and budget management Career advancement – Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities Work Life Balance – Hybrid work model with balance of office and home-based work; progressive parental leave benefits If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation. As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability.

📌 Director, Water Resources (Vancouver)
🏢 Ausenco
📍 Vancouver