Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

Your Opportunity Awaits

Dillon's Water Resources team is seeking an Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to fill an existing vacancy within our multidisciplinary 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.

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

• 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, Info Works 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.

• 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.

• 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.

What you will need to succeed

• Undergraduate degree in civil or environmental engineering or applicable technical degree.
• Professional designation or eligibility to achieve professional designation within six months in Alberta.
• 5+ years’ relevant experience in a consulting environment or working on water resources engineering projects.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency with water resources tools, such as Visual OTTHYMO, PCSWMM, and HEC-RAS.
• Strong understanding of municipal and provincial drainage design standards.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• A self-motivated individual looking for advancement opportunities.
• Excellent initiative and attention to detail.

• Mandatory hands-on design and…