Water Resources Engineer

Base Pay Range

CA $79,760.00/yr - CA$/yr

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work‑life balance means to you.

The CIMA+ offices in Western Canada are in a phase of rapid growth, bringing new complex projects designed by a dedicated Infrastructure team. We are actively looking for someone who wants to develop their skillset, take on new challenges, and advance their career within the organization.

We are seeking an Engineer to join our specialized Hydraulic and Water Resources Team in Vancouver to support the planning and design of infrastructure projects and hydropower.

• Prepare drainage plan and develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for roads, highways, rail, land development and transit projects
• Involved in the design of stormwater management including storage systems, LID design, storm sewer design, hydraulic grade line analysis, and help prepare technical reports and memorandums
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams regarding drainage requirements for projects
• Conduct field inspections related to the design and construction of civil projects
• Assist in completing design activities and preparing engineering drawings related to drainage and stormwater management
• Assist in designing overflow weirs, intake design, and canals
• Delineation and hydrology for watershed management
• Familiar with different codes and regulations for river management, culvert sizing, riprap and dikes
• Carry out design calculations for pipes, channels, culverts, storm sewers, detention/retention ponds, spillways, ditches, and other hydraulic structures in accordance with applicable design standards and methodologies
• Carry out studies related to river hydraulics, such as hydrological studies, determination of design flows, sediment transport studies, floodplain mapping, climate change strategies, etc.
• Model and simulate the hydraulics of watercourses and hydraulic installations using specialized software (1D, 2D and 3D)
• Design hydraulic installations such as spillways, retention basins, canals, bridges, culverts, penstocks, energy dissipation structures, etc.
• Carry out dam safety studies
• Carry out dam breach analysis
• Evaluate the impact of climate change on various infrastructures
• Estimate quantities to complete construction estimates in compliance with standardized methods and established drawings and specifications
• Assist with proposal preparation and business development

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized university or postgraduate degree in Water Resources
• Minimum 3‑5 years of relevant experience in water resources, preferably in an engineering consulting environment
• Professional Engineer in British Columbia (P.Eng.) licence or must be eligible to obtain
• Good knowledge and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modelling software specifically HEC‑RAS
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Word, and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• Annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees, as an employee‑owned company
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3‑5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills and qualifications while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio‑economic status or background. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. Accommodations are available on request.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Civil Engineering