Project / Senior Water Resources Engineer

in Toronto, ON

Project / Senior Water Resources Engineer Job

Job Description Job Attributes+

  • Job ID

    3821

  • Req #

    2025-3821

  • Job Location

    Toronto, ON, Canada

  • Job Category

    Water Resources

  • Job Type

    Regular Full-Time

Overview

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Project / Senior Water Resources Engineer (P.Eng) to be based in Cambridge, Waterloo, Guelph, Toronto or Ottawa, Ontario. You will work on complex projects providing water resources solutions for a wide range of clients. Services would include a wide range of project types including water management support for mining and remediation projects, stormwater management planning studies and design; low impact development (green infrastructure) planning and design, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses including dam breach studies and floodplain mapping, surface water, watershed and stormwater runoff monitoring and modelling, industrial and construction site permitting support and inspections.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our civil infrastructure, environment, and natural resources. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Directing multi-disciplinary project teams;
  • Providing senior technical input for delivery of water resources projects to our public, mining, industrial, private and First Nations clients;
  • Performing and overseeing detailed hydrologic and hydraulic studies, assessments, modelling, preliminary and detail design, cost estimates, specifications and input to contract documents;
  • Developing innovative green infrastructure solutions for the urban environment;
  • Developing site-wide and tailings storage facility, life of asset water balance models for mining clients;
  • Applying innovative hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software, from 1-D to 3-D flow and transport models;
  • Leading floodplain and flood hazard mapping studies
  • Developing flood protection designs;
  • In-stream and urban stormwater water quality monitoring and modeling;
  • Developing and executing field investigation programs and construction support services;
  • Preparing erosion and sediment control designs;
  • Interacting with client representatives;
  • Task and project-level responsibility for scoping, performing, managing and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments;
  • Consistent with our sell-manage-do business model, play a role supporting lead generation, business development, staff development, and mentoring; and
  • Help broaden our reputation via publishing and visibility at prominent industry conferences.

Education and Licensure

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering, or a closely related discipline. (required)
  • Advanced degree in environmental or civil engineering, or a closely related discipline. (preferred)
  • Professional engineering registration (i.e. P.Eng.) within provincial guidelines. (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • At least 7 years (8 + preferred) of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) 
  • Experience with modeling and design software tools such as EPA-SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS. (preferred)
  • Valid Canadian driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
  • Experience in mine or industrial water management (desirable)
  • Collection and interpretation of climatologic and hydrometric data, including statistical/frequency analysis and the development of climate projections.

Below is the range that we in good faith believe is the potential compensation for this role at the time of this posting and is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

Minimum Salary: $110,00 / Maximum Salary: $150,000 (Cambridge, Guelph, Waterloo, Toronto, Ottawa) 

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Additional Information

Who We Are

Change the world with us

At Geosyntec, our work is designed to make a measurable difference. We deliver innovative solutions that improve the environment while advancing human and ecological health and supporting sustainable social and economic outcomes - work with purpose, impact, and lasting value.

Geosyntec is an innovative consulting and engineering firm that partners with public and private sector clients to solve complex challenges involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. We are recognized for technical leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, and practical problem solving  - bringing engineers, scientists, and technical professionals together to deliver solutions that matter.

Our teams support a broad portfolio of projects, including environmental remediation, water resources, waste management, and civil and geotechnical engineering. The work we do calls for thoughtful analysis, adaptability, creativity, and strong technical judgment—offering opportunities to contribute to projects that protect communities, strengthen infrastructure, and safeguard natural systems.

Whether you are building your professional foundation or bringing deep expertise, Geosyntec supports continuous growth. You’ll have opportunities to apply your skills in new settings, expand your capabilities, strengthen your practice, and take on meaningful challenges that accelerate your development.


A Collaborative, Practitioner Led Culture

Collaboration is central to how we work. Our teams bring together diverse technical backgrounds and experiences to solve problems from multiple perspectives—creating an environment where people rely on one another, share knowledge, and deliver strong outcomes for clients. We invest in our people through mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to contribute beyond a single role or assignment.


Learn. Develop. Grow.

There is no single career path at Geosyntec. We support flexible, meaningful career development so professionals can pursue areas they are passionate about, build on prior experience, and continue growing - even as circumstances evolve.


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