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Water Resources Engineer

Job in Waterloo, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Stantec
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-26
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 89200 CAD Yearly CAD 89200.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Waterloo

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to 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 6+ 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.

    About Stantec

    Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

    Pay Range:

    • Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$89,200.00 - $ Annually

    Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At…

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