Senior Water Resources Engineer (Dam Safety & Hydrotechnical Design)
Locations: Kelowna,BC
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Ecora
Ecora Consultants Ltd. is one of Canada’s fastest-growing full-service consulting firms, driven by our commitment to excellence, innovation, and community. With a multidisciplinary team and offices across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, we deliver integrated solutions in engineering, environmental sciences, planning, and natural resource management.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our expanding Geo-Hydro Department in our Kelowna, BC offices. This role will support our growing portfolio of hydrotechnical and dam-related projects across Canada.
The successful candidate will be an accomplished professional with demonstrated expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, dam safety, and water infrastructure design. You will bring strong project management experience, technical proficiency, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to dam safety reviews and related assessments.
- Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including watershed modeling, floodplain mapping, and flow simulations.
- Design and review hydraulic and civil structures, such as weirs, culverts, channels, erosion protection, and detention ponds.
- Manage projects from proposal through conceptual design, detailed design, and construction.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, design drawings, and engineering memos.
- Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Support and mentor junior staff within the Geo-Hydro team.
- Participate in field investigations and site inspections, as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering (Master’s degree considered an asset).
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in water resources, hydrotechnical, or dam engineering.
- Registered (or eligible for registration) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia.
- Strong technical background in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-7, SWMM, FLO-2D, HYFRANS).
- Proven project management experience with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Preferred Assets
- Experience with Dam Safety Guidelines, associated technical bulletins, and provincial regulations.
- Knowledge of environmental permitting, legislation, and regulatory processes.
- Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
- Experience taking projects from proposal through construction completion.
Why Join Ecora
- Be part of a fast-growing, employee-owned firm recognized for technical excellence and community commitment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage
- Group RRSP matching program
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Personal days
- Professional membership reimbursements
- Access to our mentorship and professional development programs.
- A welcoming, collaborative company culture with social events and team initiatives.
Join Ecora — where your expertise helps shape resilient communities and sustainable infrastructure.
If you’re ready to advance your career with a dynamic and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
