Stantec · 1 month ago
Water Resources Planning Engineer
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$112K/yr - $168K/yr
7+ years expStantec is a leading engineering design firm focused on providing innovative water solutions. They are seeking an experienced Water Resources Planning Engineer to deliver high-quality consulting services, engage with clients, and contribute to the development of water policies and management in California.
ArchitectureConsultingInterior DesignProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Support marketing and business development efforts to grow Stantec’s water resources planning and management services
Identify trends and leverage your knowledge of the water industry, market, and clients
Engage our clients in meaningful discussions about their most critical issues and translate those discussions into opportunities to deliver solutions
Work with our marketing and business development team to support the pursuit and capture of projects within your area of expertise
Actively participate in regional and national industry groups to advance the Stantec brand and maximize exposure of Stantec’s subject matter experts
Act as a project lead and/or project manager for projects in broad areas that draw on your water resources expertise
Apply your knowledge of and experience in California water resources which may include surface water, groundwater, and recycled water supplies; river systems; water-related infrastructure; applicable laws/policies/regulations/guidelines; and/or understanding of operations of major water systems, such as the Central Valley Project (CVP) and State Water Project (SWP)
Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary teams conducting water resources planning projects throughout California and the western U.S
Perform and/or lead technical evaluations supporting the planning and design of integrated water supply and infrastructure projects. This may include managing and/or supporting hydrologic, hydraulic, and hydrodynamic modeling studies, financial and economic analyses, environmental reviews, and/or interested party engagement efforts
Coordinate with project managers, project engineers and scientists, clients, communities, regulatory agencies, and subcontractors
Support professional development of our team through on-the-job training, exposure to various levels of responsibility and interaction with clients and stakeholders, and guidance on their participation in professional organizations and events
Supervise and mentor staff to support their personal career growth
Reinforce Stantec’s core values: we put people first, we do what is right, we are better together, and we are driven to achieve
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in water resources engineering, civil/environmental engineering, hydrology, or a related field
7 – 15 years of increasing responsibility in the execution of complex water resources planning and management projects for public/government sector clients
Experience with and understanding of California water policies, programs, regulations, and guidelines
In-depth understanding of issues related to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, CVP/SWP operations, and/or the operation of reservoirs and other water management facilities in California
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including ability to convey complex issues to a variety of audiences
Familiarity with and experience using or interpreting outputs of analytical tools (CalSim/WRIMS, WEAP, DSM2, HEC-ResSim, MODFLOW, IWFM, IMPLAN, etc.), scripting/programming languages (e.g. Python, R, VBA) and other analytical methods and decision-making frameworks to support water resources evaluations
Experience incorporating NEPA/CEQA or other regulatory compliance processes into traditional planning processes and contributing to the preparation of environmental review documents
Familiarity with state and federal planning processes and requirements, such as federal feasibility studies consistent with PR&G
Experience communicating and working with local, state, and federal agency staff
Strong client relationships and experience with local/regional water management agencies
Geographically based in the greater Sacramento region or willingness to relocate
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Professional certification/registration (PE, PH, etc.) in appropriate area of expertise preferred but not required
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
Accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave
Company
Stantec
Stantec is a professional services company that provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$809.3M2025-05-30Post Ipo Debt· $309.3M
2023-11-20Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2023-06-20Post Ipo Debt· $250M
Leadership Team
Vito Culmone
EVP Finance & CFO
Dave Flynn
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