Senior Water Resources Engineer

About the role

CBCL is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead complex water resources and stormwater management projects across Atlantic Canada. The role offers flexibility to work from any of our offices and includes hybrid work options.

Key responsibilities

• Lead complex water resources and stormwater management projects, including flood studies, hydraulic structure assessment, design solutions, stormwater BMPs, and climate change assessments.
• Provide advanced technical expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for urban infrastructure, transportation drainage systems, and floodplain mapping.
• Develop innovative stormwater management strategies to mitigate flooding, protect the environment, and enhance climate resilience.
• Prepare and oversee detailed project deliverables such as models, designs, calculations, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, high‑quality solutions that meet client and regulatory requirements.
• Foster client relationships by ensuring satisfaction, delivering project success, and maintaining trust as a senior advisor.
• Mentor and guide junior and intermediate team members, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth.

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree in Civil, Water Resources, Environmental, or Coastal Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 10+ years of relevant experience in water resources or stormwater management.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
• Proven ability to lead projects and manage client relationships in Atlantic Canada.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools such as PCSWMM, HEC, or equivalent software.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members while fostering a collaborative environment.

Required skills

• PCSWMM
• HEC modeling software
• Hydrologic modeling
• Hydraulic modeling
• Stormwater BMP design

What we offer

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Generous vacation allowance
• Maternity or parental leave top‑up
• Health spending account and wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy
• Flexible hours and hybrid work options
• Diverse team and exposure to a variety of projects