Water Resources Engineer - Land Development

Stantec; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a professional in water resources design and analysis. You will be responsible for stormwater management and providing technical guidance to teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in CAD and hydrologic modelling is required. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in water resources design and analysis for Land/Civil Site Engineering.
• Proficient using CAD programs including AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage hydrologic and hydraulic design tasks and reports.
• Provide technical guidance to Land Development teams.
• Participate in field work as needed.

Skills

Hydrologic and hydraulic modelling

Project management

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Proficient with CAD programs

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration or ability to obtain

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Geographic Information Systems software

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future‑ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master‑planned communities, mixed‑use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centres, resilient neighbourhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

Your Opportunity

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Stormwater management, drainage, and erosion & sediment control analysis and design tasks for projects and studies, including closed/open drainage systems, environmental site design, ponds, stream restoration, flood studies, and E&SC controls.
• Provide technical guidance to the Land Development teams in areas of hydrologic, hydraulic, scour, and water quality design and analysis.
• Independently manage and perform hydrologic and hydraulic design tasks, reports, and studies.
• Assist in plan development and cost estimation.
• Maintain adherence to project schedules and milestones.
• Participate in field work as needed.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Required

• Hydrologic and hydraulic modelling experience including but not limited to TR‑55, TR‑20, PC‑SWMM, HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, HydroCAD, or similar. Proficient using CAD programs including AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe, and Bluebeam.

Preferred

• Effective communication and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to client satisfaction, as well as team and personal growth.
• Professional, ethical, positive, proactive, and adaptable approach to challenges.
• Ability to work well under pressure, deadlines, independently, think clearly, have organised thoughts, and draw logical conclusions.
• Familiarity with CAD software including AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 5+ years’ experience in water resources design and analysis for Land/Civil Site Engineering.

Please note: 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 MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – $90,900.00 - $131,800.00 Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $100,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, 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 family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.