Senior Water Resources Engineer

Stantec

Senior Water Resources Engineer joining Stantec's expanding Water Resources team in Atlantic Canada. Leading projects on hydrology, erosion control, and water management while mentoring junior engineers.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeFredericton • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute field programs for hydrologic and climatic data collection
Work within interdisciplinary teams to drive large-scale industrial, commercial, and municipal water-related projects forward
Oversee hydrometric site selection, study design, and model development
Steer business development by writing proposals, creating project scopes, managing budgets, and collaborating with clients and contractors
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, supporting their training and professional development
Ensure safe work practices are developed and adhered to, including comprehensive safety planning for each project

Requirements

What you’ll need

Highly proficient in hydrologic modeling and analysis software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM
Skilled in statistical software like R and HEC-SSP, and GIS mapping tools such as Q-GIS or ArcGIS
Proven communication skills, both verbal and written, including technical and scientific writing
Working knowledge of Atlantic Canadian, Ontario, and federal regulations and permitting requirements for environmental monitoring and construction projects is a bonus
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental science, with specialized training in hydrology, hydrogeology, or water resources management
Preference for candidates with a Master’s or Doctorate-level degree in a related field, and those licensed with Engineers NS, Geoscientists NS, APEGNB or PEGNL
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental, and vision plans
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
paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

hydrologic modelingdata analysisstatistical analysisGIS mappingproject managementbudget managementproposal writingstudy designmodel developmentsafety planning

Soft Skills

communicationmentorshipteam collaborationleadershiporganizational skillsclient relationstraining supportverbal communicationwritten communicationscientific writing

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in engineeringBachelor's degree in environmental scienceMaster's degree in related fieldDoctorate in related fieldEngineers NS licenseGeoscientists NS licenseAPEGNB licensePEGNL license