Temporary Water Resources Engineer (up to 6 months)

The Rabbinical Assembly; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 109,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipality in Durham Region seeks a Temporary Water Resources Engineer for up to 6 months. The role involves technical reviews and management of municipal stormwater projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaboration with various stakeholders. Candidates must have significant relevant experience and a P.Eng. designation. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a chance to contribute to community sustainability and development.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Must be a designated Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
• Minimum of five years relevant experience in development review/design.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans and technical reports, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage municipal water resources projects and conduct site inspections.
• Prepare reports and present to Council and other stakeholders.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Project Management

Technical Reporting

Communication

Negotiation

Education

University Degree in Water Resources, Civil Engineering or related

Job description

We’relookingforaTemporaryWaterResourcesEngineer(upto6 months) to join Clarington’s Planning & Infrastructure team!

Ifyourequirethisinformationinanalternateformat,pleasecontacttheAccessibility Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131.

WhyClarington

Claringtonisaplaceofpossibilities.

Withapopulationsettodoubleby2051,Claringtonisoneofthefastest-growingmunicipalities in Durham Region with more than 107,000 people across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. Claringtonoffers aperfect blendofurbanliving andcountry charmandis known forits thriving energyandagriculturesectors,historicdowntownsandasagreatplacetolive,workandplay.

Ourpeopleenjoyacollaborativeworkenvironment,work-lifebalance,andareattheforefrontof community impact. We value accountability, integrity and respect, and are committed to fostering equity, inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Together, we are striving to enhance the quality of life for residents today and for future generations who call Clarington home.

Thefutureisbright–andworkingwiththeMunicipalityofClaringtonmeansyoucanhelpshape it. How will you make your mark?

PositionSnapshot

Reporting to the Development Engineering Manager, the Water Resources Engineer is responsibleandaccountableforwaterresourcesengineeringinputandtechnicalreviewof Official Plan Amendments, Secondary Plans, Zoning By-Law Amendments, Plans of Subdivision and Condominium, Site Plan Applications, Environmental Assessments, Subwatershed Studies, other studies, technical reports and regulatory approvals and compliance.

Whatyou’llbe doing

Yourresponsibilitiesincludebutarenotlimitedto:

• Reviewingengineeringplans,technicalreports,drawingsandspecifications,costestimates and contract provisions, ensuring compliance with Municipal, Provincial or Federal design criteria, regulations and standard drawings.
  
  
• Independentprofessionaldesignandprojectmanagementofvariousmunicipalstormwater works including hydraulic structures, water conveyance and storage systems, stormwater management ponds, etc.
  
  
• Reviewinghydrologicandhydraulicanalysesandmodelling.
  
  
• Reviewingandpreparingbid/proposalpackages.
  
  
• Directingdesignstaffandmanagingthirdpartymulti-disciplineprojectteams.
  
  
• Financialmanagementofprojectsincludingmeetingbudgets,resourcemanagement, change-order management, and client invoicing.

• Managingmunicipalwaterresourcesprojectsfromtheproposalstagethroughto completion, including establishment of budgets and EA Process.
  
  
• Undertakingsiteinspectionsprior,duringandpostconstruction.
  
  
• Supportingthedevelopmentofproceduresandguidelinesforthemanagementand maintenance of stormwater systems.
  
  
• LiaisingwithotherMunicipaldepartments,consultants,residents,specialinterestgroups and regulatory agencies.
  
  
• Negotiatingattheseniorlevelwithagencies,developers,consultantsandcontractors.
  
  
• PreparingvariousreportsincludingreportstoCouncil,interdepartmentalreportsandto external agencies.
  
  
• Attendingpublic,committeeandcouncilmeetingsasrequired.
  
  
• Representingthedepartmentforavarietyofissuesthatarisesuchasmeetingswith representatives from other municipalities and conservation authorities.
  
  
• PerformingpresentationsatCouncil,meetingwithmembersofthepublicandlegal proceedings arising from claims etc.
  
  
• Submittingapplicationsforvariousfundingprogramsandimplementtheprojects,including status reporting and financial reporting.
  
  
• Providingsupportandmentorshiptojuniordesignstafftoensurethemosteffectiveand efficient use of staff resources.
  
  
• Otherdutiesasassigned.

Whatyoubring

Thesuccessfulcandidatewill have:

• UniversityDegreeinWaterResourcesorCivilEngineeringorarelatedprogramfroma recognized post-secondary institution.
  
  
• DesignatedasaProfessionalEngineer(P.Eng.),licensedintheProvinceofOntario.
  
  
• Aminimumoffive(5)yearsrelevantexperienceindevelopmentreview/design.
  
  
• Experienceinhydrology,hydraulics,geomorphology,andgeotechnicalengineering.
  
  
• Workingknowledgeofhydrologicandhydraulicmodeling.
  
  
• Knowledgeofprinciples,design,policies,andproceduresrelatedto stormwaterand watershed management.
  
  
• WorkingknowledgeoftheConservationAuthoritiesAct,thePlanningAct,Environmental Assessment Act, Provincial Policy Statement and Provincial Plans, and other related legislation.
  
  
• Ability to work with computer software and administrative systems in a Windows environment(e.g.,filemaintenance;wordprocessing;presentationandGISsoftware; spreadsheet applications; information input and retrieval, etc.).
• Experiencedeveloping,fostering,andsustainingeffectiveandpositiverelationships,both internal and external to the organization.
  
  
• PossessandmaintainavalidOntarioDriver'sLicenseClass"G"andaccesstoreliable transportation.
  
  
• MustbeabletolegallyworkinCanada.

Whatweoffer

• Salary:$109,820to$133,487 -Grade8ofthe2025Non-AffiliatedSalaryAdministration Program.
  
  
• The Municipality of Clarington offers flexible work arrangements for eligible roles, where employees are empowered to do their best work in the way that works for them. Currently, thispositioniseligibleforaflexibleworkarrangementoption.Furtherdetailsonthisprogram will be discussed through the selection process.

Weareanequalopportunityemployer

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive employer committed to equity, inclusion and diversitywithinitscommunityandorganization.Wearecommittedtobuildinganinclusiveand barrier-free environment for our team.

We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, within our recruitment process. If you require accommodationatanytimethroughouttherecruitmentprocessorinperformingyour position should you be selected, please contact the Human Resources Division at [e-mail].

Additionalinformationandrequirements

Pre-employmenttestingforthispositionmayincludewrittenandoraltesting,toassistin determining the successful applicant.

Prior to starting the position, the successful candidate must provide, at their own expense, a current(withthelast180days)satisfactorycriminalreferencecheck, directlyfromaCanadian Police Information Centre. Criminal Records Checks from third party agencies are not acceptable.Applicantswho havebeen employed withtheMunicipality within the last yearand have provided a criminal reference check within the last 365 days are exempt from providing another criminal reference check.

Privacy

Applicant information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the MunicipalFreedomofInformationandProtectionofPrivacyActforthepurposeofevaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Municipal Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 or by phone at 905-623-3379 ext. 2109.

Readytoapply?

PleasesubmityourapplicationonlinebyJune9,2025,at 11:59pm.

Wethankallapplicantsfortheirinterest.However,onlythoseunderconsiderationwillbe contacted.