The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an Stormwater Engineer in our Ontario Region to continue our expansion of a highly successful group. The successful candidate will be part of the water practice in the Ontario region and will work collaboratively with our global Water Practice to expand our market position in Canada as well contribute to our technical resources and capabilities.
In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.
We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change. See what the power of commitment can do for you.
As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.
Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.
You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
Responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking and leading a range of stormwater management projects for industrial site development, flood mitigation, and compliance.
- Preparing water resource design reports, drawings, construction specifications, and permit applications.
- Providing QA/QC and guidance of junior staff.
- Liaising with clients, municipalities, and review agencies to confirm design criteria, address comments and confirm the scope of work.
- Project management with the client and other design disciplines, while managing schedule and budget
- Prepare budgets, proposals, costs, and time estimates, and lead proposal preparation.
- Coordination with other engineering disciplines for integrated multi-discipline design
- Developing and maintaining client relationships .
Skills, Competencies, and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (preferably Civil/ Water Resources/ Environmental Engineering).
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng) licensed in Ontario.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in conducting water resource projects, preferably in a consulting role.
- Professional experience with water resources engineering including hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, water quality treatment, water balances, flood management, storm sewer design, erosion and sediment control and drainage design.
- An understanding of MECP and Conservation stormwater guidelines would be beneficial.
- Proven technical writing and communication skills.
- An understanding of field work is desirable including the basics of surveying, water quality sampling, water level/flow monitoring, and construction inspection of stormwater management works.
- Must hold a valid driver's license in Ontario and be willing to travel within Ontario and Canada as required.
- Experience using specialized numerical modelling software (e.g. SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM,) would be considered an asset.
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Why GHD
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
That’s why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.
See where your commitment could take you.
That’s the #PowerOfCommitment
Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to ensure water, energy and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come.
