Water Resources Designer

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Ottawa region is seeking a Water Resources Designer to contribute to land development and municipal projects, applying hydrologic and hydraulic expertise from concept through construction.

You'll work with multidisciplinary teams, prepare technical calculations and reports, and support field investigations while developing your professional skills.

Strong communication and a drive for quality will help you thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in civil/environmental engineering.
• PE license in Ontario or active EIT pursuing registration.
• 0–5 years in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, PCSWMM, HydroCAD, HY-8, AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong analytic and reporting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modelling for land development and municipal projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver water resources solutions.
• Prepare calculations, reports, stormwater plans and memoranda.
• Partner with CAD designers to develop grading, drainage and civil designs.
• Support field investigations and data collection to ensure project delivery.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to build strong relationships.

Skills

Hydrologic modelling

Hydraulic modelling

Drainage design

Stormwater management

Engineering design support

ArcGIS Pro

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

P.Eng licensed in Ontario or EIT

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

PCSWMM

HydroCAD

HY-8

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Design What Comes Next

Help shape resilient communities and sustainable infrastructure across the Ottawa region. As a Water Resources Designer, you'll contribute to a diverse portfolio of land development and municipal engineering projects, applying hydrologic and hydraulic expertise to deliver innovative water management solutions. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll support projects from concept through construction while building technical expertise and advancing your professional growth.

Your Impact

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, drainage design, and stormwater management assessments that support sustainable community development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative water resources solutions for municipal and land development projects.
• Prepare technical calculations, reports, stormwater management plans, drainage studies, and engineering memoranda that drive informed project decisions.
• Partner with CAD designers to develop grading, drainage, and civil engineering designs from concept through detailed construction.
• Support field investigations, data collection, engineering analysis, and construction activities to ensure successful project delivery.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders while contributing to high-quality technical outcomes and strong client relationships.
• Apply critical thinking and sound engineering judgement to solve complex water resources challenges.
• Contribute to project success by supporting delivery within established scope, schedule, and budget objectives.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 0 to 5 years of experience in water resources engineering, including hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, drainage design, stormwater management, and engineering design support.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Ontario, or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) actively pursuing professional registration.
• Proficiency with industry software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, PCSWMM, HydroCAD, HY-8, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong understanding of hydrologic analysis, hydraulic analysis, and stormwater management design principles.
• Experience preparing technical reports, design calculations, and engineering documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret engineering, hydrological, climate, and geospatial data using tools such as ArcGIS Pro and Civil 3D.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills combined with a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Civil 3D grading tools to support hydraulic structure and drainage design.
• Experience with frequency storm analyses and probable maximum precipitation assessments.
• Experience completing hydraulic analyses and design for channels, culverts, bridges, flood mapping, and flow measurement systems.
• Familiarity with stormwater regulations, permitting requirements, and design standards at municipal, provincial, or federal levels.
• Working knowledge of PCSWMM, including model setup, scenario analysis, and results interpretation.
• Master's Degree in Engineering with a specialization in Hydrology, Hydraulics or a related discipline.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• #WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500
MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Job Info

• Job Identification 93536
• Posting Date 08/18/2026, 03:24 PM

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
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Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .