Project Engineer, Stormwater Management

Dmwills; Peterborough; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Stormwater Management Project Engineer to join their Land Development Engineering Department. In this role, you'll design innovative drainage systems, ensuring compliance with municipal guidelines and addressing stormwater management requirements. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you'll contribute to projects that enhance community quality of life while enjoying a flexible hybrid work environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a competitive compensation package, making it a perfect fit for those passionate about impactful engineering solutions.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Merit-based Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Civil/Stormwater Management Engineering experience required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario is a must.
• Strong competency in stormwater management design and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of stormwater management systems for land development projects.
• Prepare design reports and liaise with clients and municipalities.
• Provide Technical Peer Review services to neighboring municipalities.

Skills

Stormwater Management Design

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling

Project Management

Technical Communication

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional Engineer License (P.Eng.)

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Visual OTTHYMO

EPA SWMM

HY-8

ESRI ArcMap

Job description

Land Development Engineering Department Full Time Peterborough, ON Hybrid

D.M. Wills Associates Limited is in search of a Stormwater Management Project Engineer for projects in our Land Development Engineering Department.

Land Development is a multi-step process, with inputs required from a wide range of supporting disciplines. The success of these projects depends on technical knowledge and experience, pro-active project management, clear communication and solutions-oriented problem solving. Wills provides a full suite of land development services to help our clients get where they are going. Our experts include engineers, project managers, professional planners, biologists, hydrogeologists, contract administrators, surveyors and inspectors who work closely together to understand the big picture and how each piece of a project is interconnected. We believe that the better integrated our land development services are, the greater the benefits are to the entire project.

Your opportunity as a Project Engineer is to join our Stormwater Management team designing healthy, clean and safe drainage systems. From cutting-edge Low Impact Development systems to large stormwater management infrastructure, you will play an integral role in our land development services, building on a strong foundation of partnership to provide the best solutions for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design of stormwater management systems for land development projects ranging from small scale site plans to multi-phase subdivisions.
• Prepare design reports in accordance with municipal and provincial guidelines for stormwater management.
• Liaise with clients, municipalities and approval agencies to address stormwater management requirements.
• Prepare and/or coordinate proposals for stormwater management services.
• Provide Technical Peer Review services to neighboring municipalities.
• Support development agreements and approvals, construction specifications and tender documents for stormwater management projects.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills:

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario (P.Eng. with PEO).
• Minimum 5 years of Civil/Stormwater Management Engineering experience.
• Strong competency in stormwater management design, including quantity control, quality control and low impact development.
• Experienced in preparing stormwater management reports.
• Familiar with the approvals process from Municipalities, Conservation Authorities and Provincial Agencies in Ontario.
• Skilled in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using tools such as Visual OTTHYMO, EPA SWMM and HY-8.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Competent in AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills in technical and commercial contexts.

Additional qualifications that are considered an asset:

• Experience with the ESRI ArcMap Geographic Information System (GIS) software package for the development of hydrology studies and floodplain maps.
• Experience as Expert Witness for Ontario Land Tribunal Hearings.

Work Culture

At Wills, we build partnerships with our team members, clients and community rooted in respect and fostered through a work environment that is committed to supporting, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value smart work and promote a work-life balance for team members with flexible work options including hybrid work (in office/remote). We provide a social and professional environment to support your personal and professional goals. We believe what we do has a significant impact on our community and the communities where we work.

Why this Job Matters

In our Land Development Engineering Department, you will work as part of a fully integrated, multidisciplinary team to create stormwater management solutions that work for today’s complex problems and ensures the future quality of life for our communities. The daily activities and decisions made by our design team have a direct impact on the success and viability of land development and the resulting quality of life for people and their community, something you can take pride in and feel good about.

What You Will Gain

As a Stormwater Management Project Engineer, you will maintain and build on the great reputation of the company and team. You will have the opportunity to apply your civil engineering and project management skills on projects that matter. Depending on your interests and motivation, this job can provide an opportunity for growth and career advancement.

Wills offers a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits and merit-based bonuses for performance and tenure. Salary will be commensurate with experience. D.M. Wills wants to meet candidates where they’re at in their life. This position can include in-office work from our Peterborough office with hybrid work options available as well.

At Wills, we believe that our people form the foundation of our identity and our excellence. If you are motivated by the impact you will have as a member of our team, Wills is interested in speaking with you. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume.

We sincerely thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Throughout the selection process, accommodations are available to candidates upon request, please advise us if you require accommodation.