Senior Municipal Engineer

Hazen and Sawyer; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement savings program

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development support

Flexible hybrid work environment

Hybrid work

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Senior Municipal Engineer to lead municipal drinking water and wastewater projects. The role involves technical leadership, project management, and collaboration with municipal clients and multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in related projects, a relevant engineering degree, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in municipal drinking water and/or wastewater projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Alberta or eligible for registration.
• Strong leadership skills and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage municipal drinking water and wastewater projects.
• Provide technical leadership in treatment process selection.
• Coordinate with municipal clients and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate directly with municipal clients, regulators and project stakeholders.
• Supervise, mentor, and support the development of junior engineering staff.
• Support proposal development and business development across Alberta and Western Canada.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Client-focused

Engineering software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Standard engineering software

Job description

WaterSMART Solutions | A Hazen Company is seeking a Senior Municipal Engineer to join our Calgary, Alberta office. This senior‑level role will lead and support a wide range of municipal drinking water and wastewater projects, from early planning and feasibility through detailed design, construction, and operational support.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical and project management leader, working directly with municipal clients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to business development efforts across Alberta and Western Canada.

Why WaterSMART | A Hazen Company?

• WaterSMART Solutions was founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2006 and was acquired by Hazen in late 2024. Hazen was founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen‑Williams equation). We currently have over 2,000 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Canada, the UK and Latin America.
• Our work includes collaborative water management consulting and the planning, design, and construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
• We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
• This is your opportunity to be part of our growing team of talented, motivated professionals!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage municipal drinking water and wastewater projects through all phases of delivery, including planning, studies, design, construction, and commissioning
• Provide technical leadership in treatment process selection, development of design criteria, and preparation of engineering deliverables
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality to meet client expectations
• Coordinate directly with municipal clients, regulators, and project stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal technical specialists and multidisciplinary design teams
• Support proposal development and business development initiatives
• Supervise, mentor, and support the development of junior engineering staff
• Monitor project progress and recommend adjustments to achieve project objectives

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; Master’s degree an asset
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Alberta or eligible for registration
• Legally able to work in Canada
• 12+ years of experience delivering municipal drinking water and/or wastewater projects; experience working with Alberta municipal clients and regulatory agencies preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi‑disciplinary engineering projects
• Strong project management, organizational, and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
• Proficiency with MS Office and standard engineering software
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and client‑focused

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and geographic location
• Employer‑matched retirement savings program
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Vacation time commensurate with industry experience
• Professional development support, including training, tuition reimbursement, and incentives for professional registration
• Flexible hybrid work environment that supports work–life balance

Please apply with a cover letter and your resume. We sincerely appreciate all applications but will only be responding to candidates selected for an interview.