Job Description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world\xe2\x80\x99s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees \xe2\x80\x94 22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science\xc2\xae.

We are looking for a Senior Hydrotechnical Engineer to join our growing practice in Canada. This position will be part of a dynamic team of engineers and scientists engaged in a wide range of hydrotechnical and water management projects providing engineering and scientific services from pre-feasibility stage through to final design and construction. On occasion your expertise may be needed by our parent company Tetra Tech on some of their challenging international projects.

Your Role:

• Conducting investigations and developing engineering solutions for several types of projects including dam and canal design, construction and rehabilitations, river engineering, flood and erosion management, channel improvements, sediment transport studies, stormwater management and drainage.
• Planning projects, developing accurate scopes of work, cost estimates, project plans, schedules and deliverables to execute high quality projects on time and on budget.
• Lead or participate in delivering DSRs, Dam Breach Assessment, DSIs and assessment and design reports.
• Supporting the development of design drawings from concept, preliminary, detailed, tender and construction.
• Support the development of tender documents.
• Participate in Construction Management activities.
• Perform dam inspections for dam safety related work, including annual operation inspections.
• Hydraulic and hydrologic modelling and analysis (using both standard office software and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software) as well as using GIS tools for analysis and presentation of concepts.
• Maintaining current knowledge of leading edge project management practices.
• Perform site inspections for water resource projects. Participate in Business Development (BD) activities including preparing or providing input to proposals, and conferences.
• Mentorship and development of junior engineers, designers and technicians

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in civil or hydrotechnical engineering, a Master\'s would be ideal.
• Registered P.Eng. (Professional Engineer) or eligible in Alberta or British Columbia.
• 10 to 15 years of progressive relevant engineering experience is preferred.
• Proven capabilities in planning and supervising hydrotechnical work and in writing reports and technical communications.
• Demonstrated experience in water resources projects from concept to construction and construction support from tendering to inspections.
• Strong all-round academic knowledge of hydrotechnical engineering.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal regulatory requirements related to water resources and experience dealing with the same approval agencies.
• Dam safety experience will be an asset.
• Experience with both standard office software and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software are essential for this position.
• Experience or aptitude for proposal writing, client development, working in a team setting to meet timelines and other skills appropriate to consulting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and understanding multidisciplinary projects.
• Leadership skills with an aptitude to mentor and develop junior engineers, designers and technicians.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Excellent organizational and collaborative skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Drivers License

Additional Information

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required. As this position may be serving clients that have COVID-19 vaccination requirements for site access, we will be confirming your eligibility to comply with this requirement.

All qualified candidates will be considered for the role and will be eligible for relocation allowance if selected (and are located outside of Alberta).

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This is a permanent full-time, salaried position. We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees\xe2\x80\x9421,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech\xe2\x80\x99s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women; First Nations Metis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

• Organization: 704 EBA

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