Irrigation Leader - Western Canada: Design & Field Projects

Stantec; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Wellness program

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Alberta seeks an experienced Western Canada Irrigation Leader to drive engineering studies, design, and fieldwork for irrigation projects across municipal, government, and private clients. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while advancing water resources delivery.

The role requires a strong background in irrigation planning, hydraulic modeling, and P.Eng eligibility in Alberta or Saskatchewan, with a proven track record in project management, client

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in water resources or conveyance projects with focus on irrigation planning and design.
• Registered professional engineer in good standing (P.Eng/APEGA or equivalent).
• Experience leading engineering studies, design and field investigations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering reports, drawings, and specifications related to irrigation planning and water conveyance.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and coordinate field investigations.
• Manage client relationships, business development, and proposal preparation.
• Lead project design reviews and ensure compliance with EH&S protocols.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and other consultants.

Skills

Irrigation design

Hydraulic analysis

Team leadership

Client management

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Agricultural Engineering

P.Eng with APEGA or APEGS

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MikeUrban

PCSWMM

StormCAD

WaterCAD

XPSWMM

Job description

Stantec in Alberta seeks an experienced Western Canada Irrigation Leader to drive engineering studies, design, and fieldwork for irrigation projects across municipal, government, and private clients. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while advancing water resources delivery.

The role requires a strong background in irrigation planning, hydraulic modeling, and P.Eng eligibility in Alberta or Saskatchewan, with a proven track record in project management, client