Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. Your Opportunity Stantec has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Water Resources Specialist to join our expanding Water Resources team in Atlantic Canada. Located in our Charlottetown, PEI office, this role offers a great mix of challenge and opportunity. As part of our collaborative team, you will work on projects across the region, taking on key responsibilities as a technical leader. You’ll contribute to the development of water resources through practical solutions and offer expert guidance on a range of important projects. As a Senior Water Resources Specialist, you will have the potential to lead projects involving hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, water and wastewater master planning, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, fish passage design, stream restoration, water quality analysis, mine site water management, flood hazard assessments, and much more. Your expertise will contribute to diverse initiatives that protect and enhance our most precious resource—water. Your Key Responsibilities - Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, ecologists, and planners, to deliver integrated water resource solutions - Compile, manage, and assess hydrometric, hydrogeologic, climate, water quality, and water use data - Lead development of hydrologic and hydraulic models - Lead on-going data management and reporting functions - Participate in business development of water resources projects, writing proposals, developing scopes and budgets, and communicating with clients and contractors - Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance and oversight - Review and provide quality control for hydrologic and environmental studies and models - Development and review of safe work practices, including project-specific safety planning Your Capabilities and Credentials - Highly proficient in the use of hydraulic and hydrologic modeling and analysis software, including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, Hy-8 and PCSWMM - Proficient in the use of statistical analysis software, including R, HEC-SSP - Proficient in the use of GIS mapping software, including Q-GIS or ArcGIS - Excellent communication skills (verbal and written – including technical or scientific writing) - Experience and interest in fieldwork - Familiarity with the Atlantic Canadian, Ontario, and Federal regulatory environments for environmental monitoring and construction projects would be an asset - Ability to prepare, participate i,n and/or lead field programs required for hydrologic or climatic data collection and monitoring programs would be an asset Education and Experience A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or applied hydrology with prior formal training (e.g., coursework) in hydrology, hydrogeology, and/or water resources management is required Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s or Doctorate-level degree in a related field. Minimum, 10 years’ related experience, or an acceptable combination of education (e.g., advanced degree) and experience Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather. 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. About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. **Pay Range:** • Locations in PEI - Min Salary $ 84,600.00 - Max Salary $ 126,900.00 **Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. **Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. **Primary Location:** Canada | NL | Charlottetown **Organization:** 1214 EnvSvcs-CA Atlantic Canada-Charlottetown PE **Employee Status:** Regular **Travel:** Yes **Schedule:** Full time **Job Posting:** 11/09/2025 03:09:40 **Req ID:** 1002281