Senior Water Resources Engineer - Jobs in Alberta

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Senior Water Resources EngineerOUR PURPOSETo unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.At Matrix Solutions we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.WHO WE AREOne of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients. Matrix is a proud part of Montrose Environmental Group, with a network of teammates across 90+ locations around the world.WHAT WE DOWe partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive.OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSIONOur team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.Are you looking to…Take the next step in your career by leading hydrology-related engineering projects, including but not limited to; water supply/availability investigations, climate change resiliency studies; flood assessment and mitigation projects; groundwater-surface water interactions; and watershed-scale hydrology investigations.Expand and grow your leadership skills by helping to develop less experienced staff through a combination of direct mentoring and the modelling of high-performing consulting behaviors such as client service, business acumen, technical quality, and being solutions oriented.Further expand your brand as a provider of high-quality hydrology and water resource support to a range of private and public clients. Build deep relationships throughout the Canadian water resources community and client-base, known for providing pragmatic and technically robust solutions to our client’s water resource challenges.As a Senior Water Resource Engineer, you will join our Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta office as part of our Western Engineering team. In addition to leading water resource engineering projects that have a strong focus on applied hydrology and modelling, the successful applicant will support a wide range of projects that require hydrology support, including: impact assessments; operational monitoring programs; water management plans; closure support; channel restoration; surface/groundwater interaction; and spill response. Specific responsibilities include:Lead a variety of large- and small-scale water resource projects throughout the private and public sectors, including but not limited to: Master Plans; watershed investigations; feasibility studies; preliminary and detailed design. Specific services provided will include: stormwater management; flood mitigation; water supply; and nature-based infrastructure solutionsDevelop scopes of work, as well as oversee and/or perform watershed assessments, climate and hydrology data gathering and QA/QC, flow frequency analysis and water supply estimatesUtilize industry standard water resource modelling software to carry out predictive analysis on watersheds, drainage systems, channel hydraulics, and characterize fate and transport of legacy contaminants.Mentor junior and intermediate team members and build relationships with other business leadersEnsure client objectives and expectations are met and exceeded, while maintaining project scope, budget, schedule, and technical qualityDevelop and maintain client relationships as part of project execution and targeted business development activitiesLead the preparation of proposals, budgets, and work plansCollaborate with private and public sector clients, approval agencies, and sub-consultantsActively participate in maintaining Matrix’s strong safety cultureContribute to the strategic direction of Matrix’s growing team and work typesWhat We Are Looking ForBachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering. Relevant graduate degrees would be an assetRegistered as a professional engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible to be licensed within six monthsMinimum 8 years of experience in water resource sector, preferably in the consulting industryPrevious experience with industry standard water resources modelling software would be an asset, in particular PCSWMM, SWAT, RAVEN, and MIKE productsComprehensive understanding of provincial and federal legislation in relation to the water resource sectorEntrepreneurial, growth-focused mindset, who is able to identify market opportunities, develop pragmatic scopes of work to address client needs, and provide a positive client experience to drive repeat workStrong interpersonal skills as well as mentoring experienceSupportive, collaborative team playerPossess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean driving recordWhy Choose MatrixAt Matrix you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live our purpose and values and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes RRSP matching, vacation + ‘Me’ days, and profit sharing. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.Click the Apply button. Are you the one we #39;re looking for Please apply to us directly. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.Matrix is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Healthamp; Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcoholamp; drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Matrix provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.Please follow us on LinkedIn (@Matrix Solutions Inc.) for ongoing updates about our people and business.For more information about Matrix Solutions, please visit www.matrix-solutions.com and don’t forget to our bookmark our careers page.While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.