Water Resources Lead

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald is looking for a Water Resources Lead to provide business development and technical leadership to the Vancouver and western Canada Water Resources practice. 

The role is expected to include the following: 

• Participate in the development of the western Canada and national strategy for the Water Resources discipline that will form part of the overall Canada Water business, including: 
  • Identifying target industries and clients as well as establishing and nurturing relationships with key clients, business partners and competitors; 
  • Identifying project opportunities; and 
  • Identifying key indVancouver ustry events (conferences, etc.) in which to actively participate to publicize Mott MacDonald’s capabilities. 
• Work with the Unit Water Lead to build the Water Resources and Water Conveyance teams in Vancouver. 
• Model the Mott MacDonald culture and foster a collaborative team environment that inspires excellence and innovation and provides opportunities for staff to develop their careers and achieve their professional objectives. 
• Provide technical guidance, leadership, and oversight to the water resources teams in Vancouver and Calgary. 
• Provide specialized support to river engineering, hydraulic structures, transportation infrastructure, water conveyance and water management projects through active project involvement. 
• Collaborate with the North America South America (NASA) and global water practice leads to identify and pursue business opportunities in the following areas: 
  • Hydrology and open channel hydraulics 
  • River engineering and fluvial processes 
  • Water management, including all forms of surface water flows (e.g., mine-affected, stormwater, flooding) 
  • Erosion and sediment control 
  • Climate change resilience building 
  • Collaborate with and work across units, divisions and portfolios.  This includes seeking opportunities to utilize Mott MacDonald’s Global Design Service (GDS) groups to support project execution. 

Role Requirements 

• Related Bachelor’s degree and minimum 20 years of experience in water resources engineering as well as business development and team leadership. Registration as a P.Eng. with EGBC in BC and/or APEGA in Alberta is required.  Master’s degree in related discipline is an asset. 
• Recognized expertise in river engineering, municipal drainage, transportation infrastructure (bridges and culverts) and water management. 
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Oriented towards the success of the team rather than individual accomplishments. 
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed. 
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and provide meaningful career development opportunities to younger staff. 
• Proven track record in business development, client relationship building, and project delivery. 

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

In compliance with the B.C. Pay Transparency Act, the expected salary range is from $180,000 - $230,000
Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range. 
 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

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Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

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