Intermediate/Senior Infrastructure Planning / Hydraulic Modeler

GEI Consultants; Canada; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Opportunity to be an Owner

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Canada is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Water Infrastructure Planning & Hydraulic Modeler. In this role, you will lead complex water infrastructure projects, collaborating with municipalities to implement resilient systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil or environmental engineering, extensive experience in project management and water modeling, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and a competitive total rewards package.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10+ years of progressive experience in municipal water infrastructure planning and hydraulic modeling.
• Strong background in project management and leading infrastructure planning studies.
• Self-driven and capable of remote work for senior-level positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support infrastructure planning and asset management projects.
• Manage technical components of water distribution and stormwater servicing projects.
• Mentor and guide junior staff.

Skills

Water system planning & modeling

Project management

Proficiency with GIS tools

Excellent written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Client interaction

Education

Degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field

Tools

InfoWater

WaterCAD

Job description

Intermediate/Senior Infrastructure Planning / Hydraulic Modeler

PlanningStoney Creek,OntarioBarrie,OntarioGuelph,OntarioKitchener,OntarioMarkham,OntarioVaughan,OntarioAbbotsford,British ColumbiaFraser Valley,British Columbia
Salary: CAD 85000 - 110000 Annually

Are you ready to take the lead on complex water infrastructure projects that shape the future of our communities? At GEI Consultants, we’re looking for an Intermediate to Senior Water Infrastructure Planning & Hydraulic Modeler who’s driven by purpose and ready to make a lasting impact.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with municipalities and industry leaders to design smart, resilient, and sustainable water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. You'll apply your technical expertise, guide strategic project decisions, mentor junior team members, and influence the direction of critical planning initiatives across Ontario and beyond.

If you’re seeking more than just a job-if you want to elevate your career while helping to build the infrastructure of tomorrow- this is the opportunity for you.

• Lead and support infrastructure planning and asset management projects, including master plans, intensification studies, Class Environmental Assessments (Class EAs), and hydraulic modeling studies.
• Manage technical components of water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater servicing projects from concept through delivery.
• Provide project management leadership on studies, coordinating multidisciplinary inputs and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Mentor and guide junior staff, contributing to team development and knowledge sharing.
• Serve as a key point of contact with clients, assisting with proposal development, presentations, and ongoing communication.
• Prepare and review high-quality project deliverables including reports, memos, modeling outputs, mapping, and design briefs.
• Contribute to innovative servicing strategies aligned with evolving community and environmental needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in civil/environmental engineering, planning, or a related field; P.Eng. or eligible is preferred.
• 5 -10+ years of progressive experience in municipal water infrastructure planning and hydraulic modeling.
• Proven experience in project management and leading infrastructure planning studies.
• Strong background in water system planning & modeling (InfoWater, WaterCAD, or equivalent).
• Proficiency with GIS tools and other relevant modeling software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing detailed reports and presenting to clients.
• Familiarity with Canadian municipal infrastructure standards and planning frameworks.
• Self-driven and capable of working remotely if senior-level, with flexibility across office locations.
• Passion for sustainable infrastructure, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative project delivery.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locationshere .

In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, an Ontario-based engineering, management, and technology consulting company. The merger adds GM BluePlan’s nationally recognized expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning to the GEI family, furthering our growth and expansion in Canada.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP Program
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.