Senior Water Resources Engineer - Mining

Stantec; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 106,700 - 156,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Wellness program

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join its Markham office, with flexibility for other Canadian locations. This role involves leading diverse teams on significant projects in mine water management and conducting hydrologic studies.

A strong candidate will have a Master's or Doctorate in a relevant field, with at least 10 years of experience. The position promises comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans, emphasizing commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in consulting or regulatory environments.
• Solid understanding of provincial and federal water resources legislation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects consistently.

Responsibilities

• Lead mine water resources management projects through various phases.
• Conduct surface water resources studies and environmental assessments.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports.

Skills

Numerical hydrodynamic modeling

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Project management

Client engagement

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentorship

Education

Master’s or Doctorate-level degree in related field

Professional registration with PEO or equivalent

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

GoldSim

PCSWMM

CORMIX

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our Markham office, with consideration for any location across Canada. You will be part of the Water Resources Technical Team within Stantec’s Environmental Services Business Line, contributing to a wide range of water resources projects with a focus on mine water management.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves working within multidisciplinary teams on baseline and impact assessments, feasibility studies, hydrologic and hydraulic assessments, water balance and water quality models, and water quality investigations. You will manage complex scopes of work alongside hydrologists, hydrotechnical engineers, hydrogeologists, geotechnical engineers, mining engineers, aquatic biologists and directly engage with clients. Strong hydrology and hydraulics expertise is essential.

• Lead and manage mine water resources management projects throughout the life of mine phases (project economic assessments to closure plans), including baseline studies, design and planning, water balance and/or water quality model development in support of NI 43‑101 studies, including as a Qualified Person.
• Surface water resources studies and assessments in support of environmental assessments, including baseline water quality and hydrology studies, design and planning of water management infrastructure, site-wide water balance and water quality model development.
• Mine closure planning and studies supporting closure processes.
• Technical lead for design of water management infrastructure, including sedimentation ponds, drainage ditches, dewatering plans, erosion and sediment control plans, watercourse crossings and alterations, watercourse diversions, and related projects.
• Provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams (e.g., water quality specialists, hydrogeologists, geochemists, and engineers), coordinating inputs and integrating findings into defensible recommendations.
• Oversee project budgets, staff allocation, and invoice preparation and review.
• Prepare proposals, develop work plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage projects and tasks.
• Author clear and comprehensive technical reports documenting modeling results, field investigations and analytical findings.
• Design and supervise hydrological and water quality field investigations.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams to contribute to project success.
• Apply industry standards, guidelines and regulatory frameworks consistently.
• Perform primarily office-based work involving extended computer use and data analysis.
• Travel to field sites as required, including occasional overnight stays.

Key Capabilities & Credentials

• Experience with numerical hydrodynamic, hydrologic, and hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, PCSWMM, CORMIX).
• Experience with site‑wide mine water balance and/or water quality models (e.g., GoldSim).
• Experience with water management infrastructure design (e.g., ditches, sedimentation ponds, culverts, watercourse crossings, diversions, realignments).
• Solid understanding of provincial and federal water resources legislation, regulations, and guidance.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills, including with clients and regulators.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve team goals.
• Proven mentorship capabilities for junior and intermediate staff.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects and tasks consistently.
• Strong business development, client engagement, and financial management skills.
• Effective time management, organization, and prioritization.
• Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence.
• Strong problem‑solving and timely decision‑making abilities.
• Commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) standards.
• Valid G‑class driver’s license required.

Education & Experience

Preference for candidates with a Master’s or Doctorate‑level degree in a related field.

Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in consulting or regulatory environments, predominantly related to mine water management, or an equivalent combination.

Professional registration with the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or another Canadian Professional Engineering Association.

Pay Range

• Locations in PEI: $94,900.00 – $142,300.00 annually.
• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland (BC & various Ontario locations): $106,700.00 – $156,700.00 annually.
• Locations in Lower Mainland (BC, GTA & Ottawa, Ontario): $114,600.00 – $164,600.00 annually.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.