Stormwater Management Engineer

Posting Start Date: September 9, 2024

Posting End Date: September 23, 2024

Contract Type - Full Time, Permanent

Flexible work arrangement: Hybrid

Work location: Conservation Halton Administration Office/Remote

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Science & Monitoring, the Stormwater Management (SWM) Engineer will be responsible for the monitoring and assessment of SWM ponds and Low Impact Development (LID) systems as part of partnerships between Conservation Halton and municipalities and private sector clients within the jurisdiction.

• Develop and initiate CH's fee-for-service SWM Monitoring program and identify monitoring needs and methods assessments in consultation with the Manager.
• Support and participate in the successful negotiation of agreements for SWM monitoring services with public and private sector clients.
• Undertake monitoring and inspection of SWM ponds and LIDs, in accordance with Agreements and approvals.
• Manage, analyse, and interpret SWM/LID data efficiently and effectively. Provide analysis and reporting to clients.
• Prepare various project correspondence including project briefs and backgrounders, external communications, and reports of a general and technical nature for a wide variety of audiences.
• Manage and track multiple projects progress.
• Establish and manage a data management system for monitoring data collected for the SWM Monitoring program.
• Prepare timely and accurate project progress updates to the Coordinator, Restoration and Development Monitoring for fee for service projects.
• Obtain sampling permits and prepare permit report submissions.

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Water Resources or Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or a related field from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in SWM and LID design, monitoring and inspections, water resources, and environmental monitoring.
• Experience using handheld GPS units and air photo interpretation.
• Designated as a P.Eng. (Professional Engineering), licensed in the Province of Ontario.
• Strong understanding of SWM principles, practices, and regulations.
• Understanding of hydrological principles.
• Strong knowledge of sampling techniques/protocols related to SWM and LID monitoring and inspections.
• Extensive experience with technological sampling equipment such as water quality metres, ISCO automated samplers and submersible dataloggers.
• Training and experience in resource management principals, project management and application of project management tools and techniques.
• Project management training and skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of hydraulic stormwater modeling principles, watershed and drainage principles, infrastructure servicing principles.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulation and policies related to stormwater management and familiarity with stormwater infrastructure design and construction; operations and maintenance.
• Experience with construction projects is considered an asset.

Your Reward

• Starting at $96,193 annually based on a 35-hour work week
• You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles
• You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team
• You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching
• Free access to Conservation Ontario parks
• Season passes and lift tickets for the Glen Eden ski and snowboard area
• Discounts on Conservation Halton services, food and merchandise

Our Core Values

Diversity and Inclusion - We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

Learning and Innovation - We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

Person-Centered Service - We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

Collaboration - We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

Sustainability - We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

Integrity - We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

Resilience - We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

To Apply

Please email your application to careers@hrca.on.ca by September 23, 2024.

Your application should include:

1. Your resume and cover letter in one pdf document
2. Reference your name and the position title in the subject line
3. In the body of your email, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.