Senior Water Resources Engineer

Senior Water Resources Engineer At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. We design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines while doing it sustainably, helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation. Join our team of mining professionals and you’ll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You’ll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Water Resources Engineer for our Salt Lake City, Denver, or Phoenix offices. As a senior technical leader, you will lead and grow the water resources practice within the Mining, Minerals and Metals business line, constantly engaging and improving the quality and technical excellence of the team. Key Responsibilities Lead and/or advise on technical aspects of mining and mining infrastructure projects, business development, and proposal activities. Contribute to the development and execution of the water resources team’s technical practice and actively maintain Stantec’s quality standards in a continuous improvement process. Provide technical expertise and lead technical delivery on a variety of projects ensuring successful outcomes for clients and beneficiaries. Establish and grow productive, collaborative relationships internally within the company and externally with priority clients. Participate in all phases of project management, including program development, budgeting, planning & design, preconstruction, project implementation, oversight, and closure. Lead, challenge, and inspire technical staff through engagement and communication, including coaching and mentoring young professionals. Follow safe work practices and adhere to company and client guidelines and policies for safe execution of work. Support Stantec’s brand awareness through thought leadership and stakeholder engagement. Qualifications Strong background in mine water management, mine closure, and feasibility studies for the mining industry. Experience planning, designing, and managing surface water infrastructure, integrating civil and geotechnical engineering concepts. Knowledge of state and federal water management regulations. Project management skills: detailed budgeting, scope determination, scheduling, paperwork processing, and client interaction. Marketing and proposal preparation, including presentations. Understanding of CERCLA and RCRA processes for environmental projects. Ability to guide and oversee technical aspects of multiple projects in parallel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, conveying complex technical information clearly. Leadership qualities: integrity, creativity, patience, tenacity, commitment. Team player with experience building and managing project managers and support staff; open‑door policy. Strong business network in the U.S. and internationally. Fluency in English required; fluency in Spanish, French, or Portuguese is a plus. Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally periodically for short‑duration assignments. Education and Experience 8–10 years of increasingly responsible experience. Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering with emphasis in water management. Experience leading and developing teams in successful project execution. Subject matter expert in mine water management. Professional Engineer registration is preferred. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee, and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Pay Range Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $117,800.00 – $176,800.00 annually. Job Details Primary Location: United States | UT | Salt Lake City Organization: 1829 Mining-US-Salt Lake City UT Employee Status: Regular Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 02/12/2025 08:12:16 Req ID: 1003276 Equal Opportunity Statement Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is compliant with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stantec