Senior Water Resource Engineer

2 days ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada GHD Full time
Unlock Your Potential in Water Resources Engineering

GHD is a global leader in professional services, and we're committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in water, energy, and urbanization.

The importance of water to the health of our world cannot be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts, and storms increase, the water industry must build resiliency and lead from the front.

We're seeking a Senior Water Resource Engineer to join our Ontario Region team and contribute to our expansion of a highly successful group. As a member of our leadership team, you'll work collaboratively with our global Water Practice to expand our market position in Canada and lead and develop our technical resources and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Undertake and lead a range of stormwater management projects for site development, flood mitigation, mining, and compliance.
  • Prepare water resource design reports, drawings, construction specifications, and permit applications.
  • Provide QA/QC and guidance of junior and intermediate staff.
  • Liaise with clients, municipalities, and review agencies to confirm design criteria, address comments, and confirm the scope of work.
  • Project management with the client and other design disciplines, while managing schedule and budget.
  • Prepare budgets, proposals, costs, and time estimates, and lead proposal preparation.
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines for integrated multi-discipline design.
  • Develop and maintain client relationships as the key client contact for water resource-related projects.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (preferably Civil / Water Resources / Environmental Engineering).
  • Professional Engineer (license in Ontario).
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in conducting water resource projects, preferably in a consulting role.
  • Professional experience with water resources engineering, including hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, water balances, flood management, storm sewer design, and drainage design.
  • Thorough understanding of MECP and Conservation stormwater guidelines.
  • Proven technical writing and communication skills.
  • Must hold a valid driver's license in Ontario and be willing to travel within Ontario and Canada as required.
  • Experience using specialized numerical modeling software (SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM) would be considered an asset.

At GHD, we're committed to creating positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities. If you're a motivated and experienced water resources engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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