Job Description

Our client is seeking a Lead Engineer / Project Manager to support the continued growth of its Water Resources practice in the Greater Toronto Area, focusing specifically on SWM.

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced water resources professional who enjoys balancing technical project delivery, client relationship management, business development, and team leadership.

The successful candidate will lead a small team of engineers and technical staff while managing a portfolio of projects focused on residential land development and municipal infrastructure throughout Durham Region and surrounding municipalities.

The role offers a high degree of autonomy and visibility, with opportunities to contribute to strategic growth initiatives while remaining involved in technically challenging water resources projects.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage water resources projects from proposal through to completion.
• Oversee a small team of engineers and technical staff, providing mentorship, guidance, and technical support.
• Build and maintain relationships with private landowners, developers, municipal stakeholders, and project partners.
• Support business development activities, including client engagement, proposal preparation, fee estimates, and project pursuits.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables.
• Lead the preparation and review of technical reports, studies, and engineering submissions.
• Support the development of neighbourhood-scale stormwater management plans and servicing studies for residential subdivision projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary land development teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure quality control and technical excellence across project deliverables.

 
Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario
• Proven experience managing water resources projects within a consulting engineering environment.
• Strong background in residential land development and municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical proposals and supporting business development initiatives.
• Demonstrated project management and client relationship management experience.
• Familiarity with neighbourhood-scale stormwater management plans and subdivision development projects.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead and grow a small, collaborative water resources team.
• Work on a diverse portfolio of land development and municipal infrastructure projects.
• Take ownership of client relationships and project delivery.
• Play a key role in business development and practice growth.
• Join a respected consulting firm with a strong reputation and long-term project pipeline.
• Access opportunities for career progression into senior leadership positions.

Compensation will be competitive and reflective of experience, leadership capability, and technical expertise.