Stantec

Water Resources Engineer

Stantec$107K — $160K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering or related field required.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
  • At least 6 years of experience in water resources or related consulting roles.
  • Minimum 2 years of project management experience preferred.
  • Proficient in hydraulic modeling software and design tools such as GIS and CAD.

Responsibilities

  • Develop proposals and manage project budgets and schedules.
  • Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.
  • Lead detailed design and technical work on water-related projects.
  • Prepare technical documentation including reports, drawings, and permit applications.
  • Manage and oversee project team members, providing guidance and training.
  • Conduct water resource planning studies focusing on flood analysis and water quality.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and development.
  • Flexibility for travel for client consultations and team meetings.
  • Engagement in diverse water-related projects.
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across various offices.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

The role of the Water Resources Engineer / Project Manager is to support client management, project management, and provide technical support within our water resources group. In this role, the candidate will work independently on smaller projects or as a team member on larger projects. Previous consulting or water resource engineering related experience is highly preferable. Our projects range from planning and permitting to design, engineering and construction. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, embrace teamwork, and have the desire to grow and develop professionally. As part of our team, you will have an opportunity to contribute to our strategic direction, help us pursue our growth goals, and provide our clients with responsive, high quality customer service. Project management experience is required.

Your Key Responsibilities

Project management responsibilities will include developing proposals; managing project budgets and schedules; coordinating with clients, stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and internal project staff; and performing and overseeing project technical work.
  • Participate in, and support, a wide variety of water related projects, including planning and conceptual design, and detailed design and implementation.
  • Perform or review all aspects of design (grading, drainage, water, hydrology, erosion control, etc.) with an emphasis on technical and project delivery excellence.
  • Lead water resource planning studies for conveyance, flood analysis, water quality and ecological benefits.
  • Complete tasks and delegate specific project tasks to other team members as appropriate. Provide management, guidance, training, and oversight of project staff.
  • Prepare technical reports, concept designs, construction specifications, construction drawings, bidding documents, and permit applications for approval.
  • Lead or participate in the permitting process of projects, which may require meetings with clients, contractors, reviewing agency personnel, and governing entities.

Coordinate and manage multiple projects and interface with clients, government agencies, and other Stantec offices / business units.

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Has well-developed understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of hydraulic and hydrologic analyses and conveyance engineering design, including open channel, bank stabilization and stream restoration, geotechnical, and civil design.
  • Possess excellent time management skills with a thorough understanding of task assignment, schedule, and budgeting.
  • Efficient use of time and resources with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficient in hydrology modeling and 1D & 2D hydraulic modeling software, such as HydroCAD, SWMM, RAS; knowledge of design software (GIS, CAD) - working experience a plus.
  • Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site inspections, etc.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental or civil engineering or related field.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer or can be obtained within 6 months of employment. Expected to become licensed in MN and ND, at minimum.
  • Minimum of (six) 6 years of experience.
  • Prior consulting experience, highly preferred.
  • Preferably two (2) years of project management experience coordinating and managing tasks and projects and interacting with clients and environmental regulatory agency contacts.

Typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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, ME, NY, VA Areas-$107,100.00 - $160,700.00 Annually

Primary Location: United States | MN | Minneapolis
Other Locations: United States | WI | Madison
Organization: BC-2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes West
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 04/08/2026 02:08:40
Req ID: 1007027

About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
Learn more about Stantec
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1954
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