Montrose Environmental Group, Inc.

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. • $100K — $120K *
Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8In-Person
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering; M.Sc. or Ph.D. is a plus.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Licensee (P.L.Eng.), or eligibility for immediate transfer.
  • 10+ years in water resources and municipal engineering, focusing on urban stormwater management.
  • Advanced proficiency in urban drainage tools: PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, MIKE+, or similar.
  • Experience with Civil3D, AutoCAD, and spatial analysis tools like ArcGIS or QGIS.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, R, or VBA for model automation.
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting complex findings clearly.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering design for surface water and flood mitigation projects across Western Canada.
  • Oversee the preparation of detailed designs for stormwater drainage systems and LID features.
  • Direct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling initiatives for Master Drainage Plans and other assessments.
  • Manage full lifecycle project execution as the primary contact for clients.
  • Prepare tender documents and specifications for construction contracts.
  • Build relationships with regulatory bodies to ensure approval processes are followed.
  • Mentor junior staff in engineering practices and technical skills.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship.
  • Engagement in impactful projects with a focus on climate-resilient designs.
  • Collaborative work environment with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Growth potential in expanding water resources practice regionally.
  • Flexibility with travel for field visits within Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.
Full Job Description
What You'll Bring to the Team & The Impact You'll Make

Technical Leadership & Strategy
  • Drive High-Impact Projects: Lead conceptual to detailed engineering design for major surface water, municipal stormwater, and flood mitigation projects across AB, BC, and SK.
  • Detailed Infrastructure Engineering: Hands-on oversight and preparation of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs for:
    • Stormwater drainage networks & storage facilities.
    • Constructed wetlands & low-impact development (LID) features.
    • Overland drainage systems (culverts, ditches, and engineered channels).
    • Erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures.
  • Advanced Urban Systems Engineering: Direct specialized hydrologic and hydraulic modeling initiatives including Master Drainage Plans (MDPs), Staged Master Drainage Plans (SMDPs), dual-drainage network evaluations using PCSWMM, dam breach inundation analyses, and detailed wetland water balance studies. Apply cutting-edge LID features, green infrastructure, and climate-resilient designs to complex urban and natural systems.
  • River & Hydrotechnical Engineering: Guide hydrotechnical, river engineering, and water quality assessments, balancing development requirements with natural system protection.


Practice Leadership & Client Ownership
  • Full-Lifecycle Ownership: Lead multi-disciplinary scopes from concept to commissioning, managing schedules, budgets, scope changes, and financial performance while serving as the primary client contact.
  • Construction Contract Administration: Lead the preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates. Provide senior oversight during resident engineering and contract administration phases.
  • Regulatory Approvals: Build strong relationships with municipal, provincial, and federal regulatory bodies to navigate approval pathways efficiently.
  • Multi-disciplinary Coordination: Work collaboratively across disciplines, integrating input from hydrogeology, geotechnical engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, transportation, and natural sciences.
  • Grow the Practice: Partner with leadership on business development, proposal preparation, client engagement, and expanding our surface water practice footprint across Western Canada.


Team Growth & Mentorship
  • Empower Others: Serve as a technical mentor for junior and intermediate engineering staff, guiding their development in complex modeling, detailed design, report writing, and personal growth.


Qualifications & Expertise
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering. A graduate degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) is considered an asset.
  • Professional Designation: Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Licensee (P.L.Eng.) registration with APEGA, or eligibility for immediate transfer.
  • Experience: 10 or more years of progressive experience in water resources and municipal engineering, with a strong emphasis on urban stormwater management and surface water modeling.
  • Software Proficiency:
  • Advanced experience with urban drainage tools such as PCSWMM, EPA SWMM, MIKE+, InfoWorks ICM, or GeoSTORM.
  • Familiarity with additional hydrotechnical software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWAT, HSP-F, or EFDC) is an asset.
  • Experience with Civil3D, AutoCAD, and spatial analysis platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS, Global Mapper).
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, R, VBA) for model automation and data processing is a strong asset.
  • Project Execution Skills: Proven track record of delivering detailed design packages, preparing tender documentation, and providing construction oversight.
  • Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to present complex technical findings clearly to clients, multidisciplinary teams, and regulatory bodies.
  • Travel and Licensing: Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean record, and willingness to travel periodically within Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan for field visits and client meetings.


About Montrose Environmental Group, Inc.

Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. is a leading environmental services company focused on supporting government and commercial organizations as they deal with the challenges of today, and prepare for what's coming tomorrow. With more than 1,700 employees across over 70 locations around the world, Montrose combines deep local knowledge with an integrated approach to design, engineering, and operations, enabling them to respond effectively and efficiently to the unique requirements of each project. Montrose is committed to protecting the environment, supporting communities, and strengthening the economy.
Learn more about Montrose Environmental Group, Inc.
Size
1,500 employees
Market Cap
$1.2 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
5 Year Trend
+36.6%
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