Intermediate Civil Engineer – Dams

GHD

. Undertake and coordinate engineering studies, assessments and designs for existing and new dams and associated infrastructure .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$77,550 - CA$129,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in dam engineering and safety, with a strong focus on multidisciplinary project management, technical assessments, and client communication. Capable of developing risk-informed engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

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Dam EngineeringProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) RegistrationDam Safety AssessmentsGeotechnical Assessment

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Hard Skills

Engineering CalculationsTechnical MemorandaRisk AssessmentSeismic AssessmentSlope StabilityHydrotechnical AssessmentsDam Safety ReviewsRehabilitationConstruction SupportClient Communication

Soft Skills

Client Relationship ManagementProblem SolvingCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Industry Keywords

DamsHydropowerWater-Retaining InfrastructureEmbankment StructuresConcrete StructuresEnvironmental RequirementsMultidisciplinary CoordinationField InvestigationsConstruction ActivitiesTechnical Submissions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertake and coordinate engineering studies, assessments and designs for existing and new dams and associated infrastructure
Support and undertake dam safety activities, including inspections, performance assessments, Dam Safety Reviews, risk assessments and development of recommendations for investigation, monitoring or remediation
Manage smaller projects and multidisciplinary work packages, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, deliverables and client communication
Coordinate technical inputs from geotechnical, geological, hydrotechnical, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental and other disciplines
Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications and other project deliverables
Participate in field investigations, dam inspections and construction activities, including providing engineering support during construction
Work directly with clients to understand their needs, communicate technical findings, resolve project issues and support successful project outcomes
Develop practical, risk-informed engineering solutions considering dam safety, constructability, operations, environmental requirements and client objectives
Contribute to proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates and technical submissions, and support client relationship and business development activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-10 years of progressively responsible engineering experience, with meaningful experience in dams, hydropower or related water-retaining infrastructure
A degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Structural or a related engineering discipline
Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada, or eligibility to obtain registration, including eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC, where applicable
Broad understanding of dam engineering and dam safety
Ability to work across disciplines rather than being limited to a single technical specialty
Experience with one or more dam types, including embankment, concrete or other water-retaining structures
Knowledge and experience across several aspects of dam engineering, including dam safety, geotechnical assessment, slope stability, seepage, hydrotechnical assessments, spillways and outlet works, seismic assessment, risk assessment, rehabilitation and dam upgrades