Water Resources Engineer - Airport Infrastructure & Sustainability

Job Description
Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within Atkins

Réalis.

Overview
Come join us to work at one of the most important Canadian airport projects of decade.

As part of Atkins

Réalis' Engineering Services group, the municipal infrastructure team specializes in providing a full range engineering services for infrastructure projects to local, national, and international clients.

The municipal infrastructure team is looking for a  water resources engineer  to join our growing team to work on one the most important Canadian airport projects.

This role is based in  Toronto, ON  and the position is  100% in-office  in Toronto.

Your role

Supports planning for waste (and circularity) programs, including terminal waste, outbuildings waste, construction waste and circular construction, and off-aircraft waste.

Supports planning for water resilience programs, including stormwater, water conservation, and water quality.

Confirms proper handling, recycling, disposal, and removal of waste materials, including hazardous wastes, at the construction sites.

Confirms that the design considers self-sustaining circular ecosystems and infrastructure requirements, water harnessing to aid in irrigation and stormwater management, innovative solutions to waste and pollution management, and the reduction of the overall carbon footprint.

Coordinates with Stakeholder Relations and Communications (SR&C) and external stakeholders on all areas of sustainability strategy.

Confirms that the overall program and design strategy includes all relevant sustainability requirements and responds to the principles of a sustainable development, and occupant lifestyle and well-being.

Confirms that the approach to the relevant works is consistent with the Canadian airport's vision and strategy for a sustainable, carbon-positive, and environmentally friendly future.

Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of Client staff.

About you

Typically, a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the environment, energy, or sustainable design sector.

Experience of delivering sustainability outcomes in the infrastructure sector. Experience in large complex programs considered an asset.

Holistic understanding of sustainability and Net Zero, with a particular interest in decarbonization (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions), climate risk assessment and management.

Demonstrable understanding of sustainability/ESG and climate accounting, management, and disclosure standards and guidance.

Demonstrable experience in sustainable resource management, materials efficiency, and circular economy.

Strong technical capability in all project phases and ability to solve complex problems including by using data analytics to support solution identification.

Recognized degree in related engineering, planning, or sustainability field and professional certification (PE, CEM, LEED AP, ENV SP).

Planning Lead Overview
Join a world-class engineering team shaping the future of major airport infrastructure in Canada. As part of our Airports group within Atkins

Réalis' Engineering Services, you'll work with passionate planners, engineers, and innovators dedicated to designing smarter, safer, and more efficient air transport systems.

This is a unique opportunity to play a strategic leadership role on one of the most significant airport development programs underway in the country-driving complex planning activities that will influence passenger experience, operational efficiency, and long-term capacity.

The Airport team is looking for a  Planning Lead  to join our growing team to work on one of the most important Canadian airport projects.

This role is based in  Toronto, ON  and the position requires being  100% in-office  (5 days a week).

Your role

Lead the Planning team in delivering high-quality airport planning activities, including concept/master planning, land-use planning, forecasting, and flow optimization.

Conduct capacity-demand gap analyses across all airport systems, from airside to ground side infrastructure, and develop actionable recommendations.

Oversee terminal capacity and demand assessments, including baggage systems and related operational components.

Develop activity forecasts for airside, terminal, and ground side areas to inform long-term infrastructure strategies.

Produce analytical planning reports and simulation models that reflect existing and future airport operations.

Collaborate with Program Leads, PMO Services, and Technical Shared Services to ensure effective integration of planning requirements into the program.

Guide and mentor team members while managing key stakeholder relationships to support successful planning outcomes.

About you

Minimum 15 years of experience in large capital programs in planning, development, engineering, or architecture.

Minimum 5 years of experience in major international airport projects or equivalent large-scale infrastructure programs.

Expert knowledge of airport planning…