WSP

Senior Technical Water Resources & Stormwater Management Engineer

WSP$100K — $139K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in water resources engineering and stormwater management (consulting experience preferred)
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario (P.Eng.)
  • Strong understanding of Master Plans and Class Environmental Assessments
  • Experience with stormwater quantity and quality control for various infrastructure projects
  • Proven background in preliminary and detailed design of stormwater facilities and hydraulic structures
  • Proficiency with HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, and Visual OTTHYMO; experience with InfoWorks ICM is a plus
  • Skilled technical writer capable of translating complex engineering into clear insights

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical delivery of complex water resources and stormwater management projects
  • Serve as Engineer of Record and subject matter expert for projects
  • Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers and technicians
  • Prepare, review, and present engineering studies, technical memoranda, and reports
  • Develop and review designs, specifications, and tender documentation
  • Communicate complex concepts effectively in written and verbal formats
  • Apply hydrologic and hydraulic modeling expertise to support project recommendations

Benefits

  • Proudly Canadian - recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
  • Access to a global community of experts for ideas and mentorship
  • Limitless opportunities for career growth, including flexibility in roles
  • Emphasis on work-life balance and flexible work options
  • Commitment to health and safety across all operations
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us.
As a Senior Technical Water Resources & Stormwater Management Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping resilient, sustainable communities across the Greater Toronto Area. You will lead complex stormwater and water resources projects that support infrastructure, mobility, community safety, and climate resilience.

Your Impact
  • Lead the technical delivery of diverse water resources and stormwater management projects.
  • Serve as Engineer of Record and recognized subject matter expert for assigned tasks and projects.
  • Mentor, guide, and support junior and intermediate engineers and technicians.
  • Prepare, review, and present engineering studies, technical memoranda, and reports.
  • Develop and review detailed designs, specifications, and tender documentation.
  • Communicate complex concepts effectively in written reports, presentations, and client discussions.
  • Apply hydrologic and hydraulic modelling expertise to shape project recommendations and design decisions.
  • Contribute to Master Plans, Class Environmental Assessments, and municipal infrastructure studies.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • 8+ years of experience in water resources engineering and stormwater management (consulting experience preferred).
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario (P.Eng.).
  • Strong understanding of Master Plans and Class Environmental Assessments.
  • Experience with stormwater quantity and quality control for transportation, rail, land development, and municipal works.
  • Proven background in preliminary and detailed design, including stormwater facility retrofits, channel rehabilitation, and hydraulic structure upgrades.
  • Proficiency with HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, and Visual OTTHYMO; experience with InfoWorks ICM considered an asset.
  • Skilled technical writer with the ability to translate complex engineering into clear, actionable insights.
  • Experience with Contract Administration considered an asset.

Compensation
  • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $110,600 - $146,500
  • MB & ON: $100,900 - $139,000
  • NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $99,900 - $132,700


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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join us and help design the water systems that protect communities today - and redefine what's possible for tomorrow.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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