Water Resources Engineer

Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They’re creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. We’re driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We’re a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable. 

Your Opportunity

An opportunity exists within Stantec’s Community Development Team for an experienced Water Resources Engineer. The position will be based out of the Waterloo, London, or Hamilton office, but may require travel to other regional Stantec offices.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking the detailed studies, modeling and design tasks associated with surface water works in support of a wide variety of projects in both the private and public sectors. Assignments will include stormwater management for a variety of development projects, Subwatershed Plans/Master Drainage Studies, floodplain delineation/management analyses, highway drainage design, erosion control studies, etc.


• Delegation and coordination of technical work to appropriate staff members to manage workload within the local group of 20 surface water professionals


• Mentorship of junior staff across a range of technical and professional development levels


• Coordination with engineers, technical staff and/or team members in various disciplines to ensure that the projects’ needs are met in a timely and effective manner


• Serving as a technical expert during liaison with clients, municipal/agency staff, and other stakeholders


• Researching issues related to surface water resources that impact individual projects


• Writing/reviewing reports and design briefs to document analyses


• Taking responsibility for the quality of written, technical and graphic work in a senior review (QA/QC) role


• Managing surface water related projects and/or tasks, ensuring completion of work on-time and on-budget


• Lead and/or contribute to project proposals and budgets


• This position includes exposure to a variety of projects and sectors, so experience with different sectors and clients would be considered an asset. Career growth opportunities stemming from the position include the potential for a leadership role locally and/or corporately. 
  
   

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal


• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks


• Able to work in a team environment


• Commitment to thrive in a proactive organization where client service is second to none

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, or similar discipline with 5+ years related experience.


• Licensed Professional Engineer 

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. 

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