Water Resource Engineer

Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre‑empt and prepare for what’s next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

We will apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

We are looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join the Integrated Water Management group in one of our Ontario offices—including Markham, Toronto, Mississauga, Whitby, Peterborough, St. Catherines, Ottawa, or Waterloo.

In this role you will be responsible for the delivery of assigned projects and tasks, ensuring all technical project requirements are addressed in accordance with required criteria, coordinating and reviewing the work of junior engineers and technical staff, adhering to schedule and budget, and providing client liaison including GHD internal clients. As your career progresses you may develop your own clients, provide leadership in team growth, and assist in business development into other associated areas of work.

Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office, three days a week, to contribute, connect and excel in a vibrant environment.

• Undertaking and leading a range of hydrology and hydraulic analyses for stormwater management, transportation drainage, and flood mitigation projects.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior staff related to hydrologic and hydraulic models or analysis methods.
• Coordination with other engineering disciplines for an integrated design.
• Preparing water resource design reports, drawings, construction specifications and permit applications.
• Coordination with clients, regulatory agencies, and subcontractors.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships, being the key client contact for water resource related projects.
• Driving business growth by actively participating in proposal preparation and business development activities.
• Bachelor’s in Civil or Water Resources Engineering (Master’s or PhD considered an asset).
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in water resource projects, consulting role, hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, stormwater management, highway/road and rail/transit drainage design, flood management, storm sewer and channel design, and dam hydrotechnical studies.
• Experience with MTO and/or Metrolinx projects considered an asset.
• Thorough understanding of MECP and Conservation Authorities guidelines, and proficiency in Low Impact Development / Green Infrastructure design and application.
• 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 modelling software such as EPA/PC‑SWMM, HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, HY‑8, SWM/OTT‑HYMO, Info Works ICM.
• Experience using 2‑D hydraulic modelling such as HEC‑RAS 6.0, MIKE, Info Works ICM considered an asset.

• The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $116,000. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.
• This position is for an existing vacancy.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.