Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

Overview

Imagine a career where your expertise shapes a sustainable future

Are you a visionary influencer in the field of Water Resources Engineering who thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and excels at business development, sales, and building strong relationships? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.

Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program. We're not just a company, we're a community of trusted advisors, thought leaders, and innovators dedicated to excellence and transforming challenges into solutions.

Your OpportunityAwaits

Dillon's Water Resources team is seeking an Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to fill an existing vacancy within ourmultidisciplinary group of professionals. This is your chance to dive into exciting, new projects, delivering unparalleled client experiences and shaping the world around us. At Dillon, we operate as one cohesive team, and this role is based in our vibrant Calgary Office .

What makes Dillon different? We empower YOU to design your career. We provide the resources and opportunities for you to steer your professional development. We provide you with a range of resources and opportunities, which, combined with your actions, build the foundation for a rewarding career. Our Employee Career Management strategy outlines a path that bridges short-term tasks with your long-term goals, enabling an exploration of diverse and fulfilling career trajectories. We see you as the architect of your career journey, and we are committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Responsibilities

What your day will look like

You'll be at the forefront of critical water resource management projects, providing expert technical input and innovative solutions.

Water Resources Design & Analysis

• Provide technical input for the delivery of water resources projects for both public and private sector clients.
• Undertake and lead hydrologic and hydraulic modelling assignments for urban infrastructure and transportations systems including the analysis of surface drainage, storm sewer networks, dual drainage systems, sanitary sewer networks, combined sewer systems, bridges and culverts, erosion and scour protection and floodplain mapping and flood hazard assessments.
• Work collaboratively with the Dillon Land Development group to develop stormwater management designs for residential and commercial development projects.
• Undertake studies, assessments, modelling, preliminary and detailed design, cost estimates, specifications, and input to contract documents.
• Develop and implement stormwater management strategies to mitigate flooding for environmental protection.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modelling and analysis tasks utilizing software such as PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, Visual OTTHYMO, HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS.
• Model, analyze, and interpret results, documenting findings in technical reports.
• Provide technical input for complex or unique assignments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Project Management & Collaboration

• Direct and coordinate water resources activities for engineering and design teams.
• Provide project engineering expertise, calculations, and design input for stormwater management and drainage systems.
• Coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams to gather relevant data for project design and implementation.
• Independently prepare project reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Communicate design details to clients and stakeholders.
• Support multi-disciplinary projects and provide project management/coordination for water resources projects.
• Fulfill project plans in accordance with established scopes of work, budgets, and schedules to execute high quality projects.

Learning & Development

• Commit to self-development and ongoing learning to stay knowledgeable of industry best practices and advancements in water resources engineering.
• Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.
• Contribute to the career advancement of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring.

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed

• Undergrad