Senior Engineer, Water Resources Engineering

Position Details:

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $61.22/hr, Max = $70.97/hr

Employment type: Permanent Full-time

Hours of work: 35 hrs/week

Work location: Head office

Division: Development & Engineering Services

Business unit: Engineering Services

Travel: 5%

Hybrid Work: Yes

Existing Vacancy: Yes

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF or Word file prior to 11:59 pm on March 4, 2025.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Senior Engineer, Water Resources Engineering leads a team of Engineers and Technologists and the review and commenting on complex development applications associated with the Planning Act, the Environmental Assessment Act (EA) and pursuant to the Conservation Authorities Act focused on water resources engineering. The Senior Engineer, participates in TRCA’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Program and provides senior technical support for internal projects related to water resources.

Major Responsibilities:

• Reviews and comments to guide the design for complex multi-discipline development applications (private and public sector works) related to Subwatershed Studies, Master Environmental Service Plans (MESP), subdivision plans, site plans, and zoning amendments; participate in files being appealed to the Ontario Lands Tribunal or part of a prosecution as required
• Provides review and comments for development applications in areas of environmental or political sensitivity or areas, including Special Policy Areas
• Reviews and comments to guide design for complex multi-disciplinary infrastructure applications (public sector works) related to new and replacement infrastructure, including Master Plan studies, large roadway studies, and public building and parking structures; participating in reviews of environmentally or politically sensitive applications as required
• Review development applications for adherence to TRCA and MNRF standards and guidelines using advanced hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software tools to assess site grading, stormwater management, floodplain management, wetland water balance, fluvial geomorphology, and erosion and sediment control plans
• Review aspects for the above focuses on the water resources engineering requirements, including checking the hydrologic and hydraulic modelling for accuracy and compliance to TRCA and provincial standards and guidelines using a variety of computer models and an assessment of the grading, stormwater management, floodplain management, feature based water balance, fluvial geomorphology, and erosion and sediment control plans for compliance to TRCA and provincial standards and guidelines
• Completes QA/QC reviews of complex work submitted by external consultants in support of Infrastructure and Restoration Division projects to ensure compliance with TRCA and provincial standards and guidelines
• Performs on-call after hours function approximately 8-12 times a year, completing daily operational tasks and procedures as per Flood Forecasting and Warning Program
• Leads a team of staff and ensures that team members understand expectations; communicates schedule, tasks and discusses priorities of items
• Communicates with team members regularly to assess workload and status of activities, amends work and reassigns staff as needed to direct workflow and accommodate for any situational circumstances
• Manages employee performance and individual team performance

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• University degree in an Engineering, Water Resources or related discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario
• Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license

Experience

• 5+ years of work experience in water resources engineering related to flood hazard computer modelling and mapping, hydrologic computer modelling, stormwater management design and computer modelling, and erosion and sediment control

• 2+ years of progressive managerial, supervisory or project management experience

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Demonstrated expertise to conduct complex flood plain assessments, including preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic computer modelling, flood plain mapping production and/or adjustment, and mitigation practices within a floodplain

• Demonstrated expertise to conduct stormwater management designs and/or reviews, including an understanding of facilities and best-management-practices that provide stormwater management quality treatment, quantity control, erosion control, and water balance.  This must include conventional and LID/green infrastructure practices
• Demonstrated expertise to prepare and/or review complex erosion and sediment control drawings and reports
• Demonstrated expertise with hydrologic/hydraulic computer models, including HEC-RAS, Visual OTTHYMO, and PCSWMM
• Understanding of 2-dimensional modelling uses and limitations
• Demonstrated working knowledge of legislation and practices relevant to land use planning, environmental assessment act (provincial, CA and federal), and water management
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member to coach staff and work with stakeholders (internally and externally) and negotiate project variance/timelines; ability to deal tactfully and courteously with stakeholders, public officials

What TRCA has to offer you:

As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare). 

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work arrangements.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 101 Exchange Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5R6, (437) 880 2308.