About this role
The City of PickeringSenior Water Resources Engineer Department Engineering Services Classification 1 Full-time, Permanent Affiliation Non-Union Vacancy Reason Vacant Existing Position Shift/Hours Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week Salary Range $114,132.20 to $126,526.40 annually Work Location City Hall, One the Esplanade South, Pickering, ON Date Posted Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Deadline to Apply Tuesday, November 24, 2026 Job SummaryThe City of Pickering is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team in the role of Senior Water Resources Engineer.
The incumbent is primarily responsible for the review and preparation of technical comments on development applications as it relates to water resources and stormwater management matters. Reviews and manages, or assists the Manager in the review and management of projects/major studies dealing with the assessment and functionality of the municipality?s stormwater infrastructure and natural watercourses; master drainage plans and Class Environmental Assessments related to stormwater management, water resources, water and wastewater; and other environmental issues.
Primary Responsibilities Undertakes detailed review and examination of materials submitted in support of development applications (i.e. Official Plan Amendments, Master Environmental Servicing Plans, Functional Stormwater Servicing Reports, Draft Plans, Site Plans, etc.) and prepares written technical comments. Prepares terms of reference for engineering consulting assignments for projects and major studies related to the evaluation, optimization and rehabilitation of all municipal water resources and stormwater management infrastructure, including stormwater management ponds, minor and major storm drainage systems, including natural watercourses.
Reviews and manages, or assists the Manager in the review and management of the project and/or study from Environmental Assessment phases to tender documents and contract administration including reviewing consultant proposals, public display material, detailed design drawings and technical reports to ensure that all work is completed in compliance with terms of reference and purchase order. Prepares technical reports as well as Reports to Council for approval of requests for proposals/quotations/tenders for studies, master plans, and other water resources and stormwater management related issues.
Conducts technical assessments and analysis of master drainage plans, detailed stormwater management studies, engineering drawings, and Class Environmental Assessments related to Municipal servicing (water, sanitary and stormwater) to ensure adherence to current Municipal guidelines and standards as well as provincial legislation and guidelines. Collects, analyzes and reports on water resources and stormwater management information collected for the purpose of ensuring the appropriate operations and maintenance of infrastructure.
Prepares and coordinates maintenance and monitoring protocols and programs. Receives, investigates and responds to internal and public enquiries, concerns and complaints regarding water resources and stormwater management infrastructure. Meets with affected parties as required and recommends solutions or corrective actions; reports problematic issues to superiors in a timely manner, indicating the problems and recommending solutions for their rectification. Employment OpportunityAdditional secondary responsibilities may apply and will be outlined in the Job Description, which will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.
Education and Experience Bachelor?s degree in Civil, Water Resources or Environmental Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineer in Ontario in good standing. Five years of progressively responsible experience related to water resources and environmental engineering related to the municipal environment with significant emphasis on stormwat