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GHD has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Water Resource Engineer in our offices in Fresno, CA. As a Water resources engineer, you will have the opportunity to focus on various areas of expertise ...

GHD has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Water Resource Engineer in our offices in Fresno, CA. As a Water resources engineer, you will have the opportunity to focus on various areas of expertise ...

$92K - $126K/yr

Role Overview Reporting to the Senior Water Resources Engineer, the Water Resources Engineer, Tailings & Water is a progressive position. Responsibilities range from maintaining and continuously ...

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Norwood, MA · On-site

$89K - $122K/yr

We are currently seeking a Project Manager (PM) or Technical Specialist (TS) to Senior Project Manager (SPM) or Senior Technical Specialist (STS) Level Civil/Water Resources Engineer for our practice ...

Water Resource Engineer

Lander, WY · On-site

$71K - $97K/yr

Job Title Water Resource Engineer Job Type Full-time Location Lander, WY US Laramie, WY US (Primary) Category Engineering Minimum Education Required Bachelor's Degree Career Level Staff Job Summary:

Water Resource Engineer The Water Resource Engineer will join a dedicated Water Resources Team to deliver innovative, sustainable stormwater and water resources solutions for a wide range of public ...

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Senior Water Resource Engineer

Senior Water Resource Engineer

GHD

Fresno, CA • Hybrid

$11K - $185K/yr

Other

Posted 15 days ago


GHD rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The importance of water to the health of our world can't be overstated.

GHD has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Water Resource Engineer in our offices in Fresno, CA. As a Water resources engineer, you will have the opportunity to focus on various areas of expertise including water resources, hydrology and hydraulics, storm water and flood management, engineering research, GIS analyses, design plans, specification writing and construction cost estimating.

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities

Let's solve the big problems together.

Our Hybrid Work Model  Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

  • Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
  • Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
  • Engineering Standards Specification: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
  • Knowledge Management System: Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.
  • Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
  • Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
  • Technical Developments Recommendation: Research and suggest technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users' needs.
  • Product and Solution Development: Define and deliver products and services that meet customer needs by selecting the best possible approaches available within established systems.
  • Research: Carry out a range of research activities either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Support technical troubleshooting efforts, aiding in the quick and accurate identification, analysis, and resolution of technical issues with equipment and experiments.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years experience in Engineering, Water Resources

EEO Statement: As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary Range: $113,00-$185,000 based on experience

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We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly 'One GHD' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waterloo, ON, CA

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