Senior Hydrologist/ Water Resources Project Leader

Senior Hydrologist/ Water Resources Project Leader – Major Mining Projects, Western Canada Base Salary: $125K $155K Location Vancouver, BC We are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrologist to join a highly respected environmental and engineering consulting team supporting some of the most complex and impactful resource development and mining projects across Canada. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your technical expertise to large-scale mining, infrastructure, and natural resource projects while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of industry-leading professionals. As a senior member of the water resources team, you will provide technical leadership on a diverse portfolio of hydrology and water management initiatives. You will lead hydrologic investigations, water balance studies, monitoring programs, and predictive modelling efforts that directly influence project planning, environmental management, permitting, and operational decision-making for major mining developments and other complex resource projects. This organization is recognized for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and commitment to sustainability. Employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, contribute innovative solutions, and build rewarding careers in an environment that values professional growth, flexibility, inclusion, and teamwork. Responsibilities:

• Lead hydrological assessments, investigations, and water resource studies for mining, infrastructure, energy, and resource development projects.
• Serve as a senior technical advisor on hydrologic processes, watershed management, and water-related risks and opportunities.
• Design and oversee hydrometric and environmental monitoring programs, including field investigations, instrumentation, data collection, and data management systems.
• Lead hydrologic modelling, watershed analysis, and water balance assessments to support project planning, environmental assessments, and operational decision-making.
• Provide technical leadership and quality assurance reviews for hydrology-related reports, modelling studies, and regulatory submissions.
• Support Environmental Flow Needs (EFN) assessments and development of flow recommendations for permitting, environmental assessment, and water management applications.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, forecasting, and client deliverables while maintaining high standards of technical excellence.
• Build and strengthen client relationships through trusted advisory support and project leadership.
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate technical staff, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional growth across the team.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, hydrogeologists, geochemists, engineers, and regulatory specialists to deliver integrated water resource solutions.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in hydrology, water resources, or a related discipline, preferably within a consulting environment.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geoscience, Environmental Science, Physical Geography, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional registration as a P.Geo., P.Eng., or eligibility for immediate registration.
• Demonstrated experience leading hydrologic investigations, monitoring programs, and hydrologic and/or hydraulic modelling projects.
• Strong understanding of water balance assessments and applied hydrology in both natural and developed environments.
• Experience supporting or managing project delivery, including budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and client engagement.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and develop technical staff.
• Working knowledge of provincial, federal, and industry regulatory frameworks related to water resources and mining projects.
• Willingness to travel periodically for field programs, project meetings, and client engagement.

Benefits

• Work on high-profile environmental and water resource projects supporting major mining developments throughout Canada (as well as United States, and South America)
• Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team known for technical excellence and innovative problem-solving.
• Contribute to projects that advance sustainability, environmental stewardship, and responsible resource development.
• Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and professional growth.
• Access meaningful opportunities for leadership, career advancement, mentorship, and ongoing technical development.
• Be part of an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued, individuals are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, and teamwork drives success.

Fuze HR Solutions is committed to building a diverse, accessible, and equitable workforce. Our approach is twofold. Both internal, where we focus on creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees, and external, where we source and recruit from the most diverse candidate pools. Our teams are educated on current best practices at attracting, retaining, and working with the most talented and diverse candidates. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to accommodating every candidate and encourage those who identify as a member of a visible minority group, or a person with a disability and requiring specific accommodations, to apply. For all questions, comments and feedback on our diversity and inclusion programs and policies or to request information relating to accommodation measures, please contact your local Fuze HR Solutions branch. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Fuze HR, we may use AI-powered tools to assist with some of the behind-the-scenes tasks in recruitment. These tools help us work more efficiently and stay organized, but all final hiring decisions are made by our team of real people. This posting is for an existing vacancy. #ONEN