Intermediate Hydrologist

Are you a physical Hydrologist looking to take your career to the next level and grow with us? As a Hydrologist, you will join our interdisciplinary team of water resources scientists and environmental professionals. You have a passion for water resources, are technically skilled in implementing and managing field programs, and apply your expertise to practical solutions.

This position is permanent full-time based out of our Smithers or Prince George, British Columbia, office. As a member of our Water Resources team, you will lead and support hydrology, climate, and water resource related projects to enhance our Environmental Services offering in a variety of sectors. You will provide regulatory and technical support to project managers and clients in support of various projects.

• Competitive compensation, including health benefits, profit-sharing, and employee share ownership programs
• A commitment to long-term development through opportunities and support for professional advancement (e.g., internal mentorship, annual professional development budget)
• Working with a team of established industry leaders who excel in the fields of aquatic and terrestrial biology and water resources
• A challenging, dynamic, engaging and rewarding work experience

Since EDI started in 1994, our people have defined our culture and have been instrumental in our success. As we continue to grow, we look for team members who want to make a difference by helping people and the environment. Our culture focuses on teamwork, a positive attitude, and adaptability to dynamic situations. We promote innovation at all levels. Our members are self-motivated, enthusiastic for continual improvement and effective communicators.

Through relationships built among team members, we realize that EDI is not just a company, it is our company.

• Designing, managing, and implementing hydrometric and climate monitoring programs, including equipment selection, station installation, data logger programming, and streamflow measurements
• Establishing hydrometric networks and baseline data collection programs
• Compiling, processing, and managing large water resources and meteorological datasets, including development of baseline hydro-climate datasets and time-series analysis
• Processing, managing, and analysing hydrometric data and environmental field data using industry standard software (e.g., Aquarius Time-Series)
• Assessing and interpreting data quality based on appropriate standards and guidelines (e.g., RISC, ECCC, ISO)
• Preparing technical reports and supporting regulatory approval and permitting applications
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders, Indigenous and jurisdictional governments to provide regulatory and/or technical guidance for effective and responsible project advancement
• Providing guidance, training and direction to junior team members to support successful completion of projects and deliverables
• Participating proactively in EDI’s health and safety program

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities and the ability to make timely decisions
• Demonstrated experience in field hydrometric and meteorological monitoring, including station installation, streamflow measurements, and experience with northern hydrometeorology
• Ability to manage tasks according to scope of work, on time and within budget
• Strong organizational, interpersonal skills and exceptional time management skills
• Willingness to foster a professional, productive, and growth-minded work environment
• Able to simultaneously organize and manage tight timelines and multiple priorities
• Able to travel for field work in remote locations and/or between our offices

• A bachelor’s or graduate degree in Geosciences, Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Professional registration (PGeo, PEng, or PAg), or eligibility for registration
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in hydrology or water resources, including experience in environmental consulting
• Field experience and working knowledge including streamflow gauging techniques, design, coordinating, and implementing hydrometric monitoring programs
• Experience with hydrometric and hydrologic data analysis, including rating curve development, calculation of key hydrologic indices, and statistical analysis
• Experience with hydrologic software, statistical analysis software, R [RStudio], and CSHS…