The Opportunity

• We are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer, Water Resources/Stormwater Management who is passionate about creating positive change and wants to join a company that values its employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design and implementation of water resources/stormwater management projects, including hydrologic assessments, flood plain mapping and mitigation, Low Impact Development (LID) and traditional infrastructure, storage ponds, diversion and control structures, and conveyance systems such as ditches, gravity sewers, watermains, forcemains, and pump stations.
• Expertise in stormwater management systems, hydraulic analysis, and hydraulic structure design, including channels, culverts, weirs, spillways, dams, bridge crossings, and ponds.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., SWMM, PCSWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, MIDUSS, OTTHYMO).
• Prepare technical reports, design drawings, specifications, design calculations, and cost estimates.
• Review and interpret water resource/stormwater regulations and guidelines. Ensure project compliance with client needs and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including planners, ecologists, environmental specialists, and civil engineers.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate staff.
• Liaise with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in proposal development and project budgeting.
• Support tender/construction administration and site inspections as needed.

About You and Your Qualifications

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field (master’s degree is an asset).
• Professional Engineer Ontario (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration within two months.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in water resources/stormwater engineering and infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in water resources/stormwater modeling software and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of municipal and provincial water resources/stormwater regulations, guidelines and approval processes.
• Strong technical skills, with a track record of preparing high-quality deliverables for environmental assessments and regulatory permits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in team settings.
• Highly organized, proactive, and proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast pace, multidisciplinary environment.
• Health, safety, and wellness are critical to you.
• You are caring, collaborative and positive.
• You enjoy work life balance and being a part of a people-focused company.
• You are organized, adaptable, and have a passion for consistently delivering outstanding work.

Why Trace?

• A culture of positivity, empowerment, empathy, trust, and teamwork.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• You can “choose your own adventure” at Trace and we will help you get there.
• We are a company that wants to be the best at everything we do.
• A flexible employee ownership program where shareholders provide input and help make decisions.

For further information or to apply:

Please visit traceassociates.ca/careers to submit your cover letter and resume and quote position number CAN-ON-0900-12.  Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.