Senior Water Resources Engineer - Mining

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 94,900 - 164,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness programs

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is looking for a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join their team in Markham, Canada. This role focuses on mine water management, requiring robust hydrologic modeling skills and experience in water management infrastructure design. The ideal candidate should have a Master’s or Doctorate in a related field and at least 10 years of relevant experience.

This position also involves leading technical projects, engaging in client communication, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The role offers flexibility to work across various locations in Canada.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mine water management or equivalent.
• Experience with water quality models essential.
• Solid understanding of water resources legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mine water resources management projects.
• Conduct surface water resources assessments.
• Technical lead for water management infrastructure design.

Skills

Numerical hydrodynamic modeling tools

Mine water management experience

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving abilities

Problem-solving

Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) standards

Education

Master’s or Doctorate-level degree in a related field

Minimum of 10 years relevant experience

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

GoldSim

Job description

Senior Water Resources Engineer

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

Your Opportunity

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. As a Senior Water Resources Engineer, you will have the potential to lead projects involving hydraulic and hydrologic modelling, mine water management infrastructure design and planning, water balance and water quality models, erosion and sediment control, fish passage design, stream restoration, water quality analysis, flood hazard assessments, dam breach assessments, and much more.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mine water resources management projects throughout the life of mine phases, including baseline studies and water management design and planning, and 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, water management infrastructure design and planning, site-wide water balance and water quality model development.
• Mine closure planning and studies supporting studies.
• 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.
• Provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams, 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.

Capabilities and 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, watercourse 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 and 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 of professional registration with the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or another Canadian Professional Engineering Association.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

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

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

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.

Job Details

Primary Location: Canada | ON | Markham
Other Locations: Canada | ON | Mississauga

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Legal Notice

Stantec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by law.