Discipline Lead - Drainage
$110,000–$160,000 year
HybridEdmonton, Alberta, Canada
Job Summary
Lead the drainage discipline and guide a team of engineers in delivering drainage and stormwater management projects across the infrastructure sector. Provide technical leadership for drainage engineering, including hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, stormwater management, and erosion control. Oversee project planning and execution from concept through completion, prepare technical reports and drawings, and ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards. Strengthen client relationships, support business development, and mentor team members to build a capable, diverse practice. Act as Design Lead or Technical Director on major strategic pursuits. This senior role within Arcadis' Mobility Global Business Area in Canada combines technical expertise with project delivery and collaboration to achieve high-quality outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
- P.Eng. designation, or eligibility for registration, in Alberta or British Columbia
- Minimum 10 years of experience in drainage design and stormwater management for infrastructure projects
- Proven track record in project management, team leadership, and mentoring
- In-depth knowledge and in depth experience in application of drainage design standards, stormwater management practices, and relevant regulations
- Proficiency in hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM)
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
- Proficiency in GIS applications
- Experience preparing and reviewing preliminary and detailed utility design drawings, reports, and technical memos
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and third-party utility stakeholders
- Experience supporting business development and proposal preparation
Desired Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with trenchless methods
- Construction fieldwork experience
- Familiarity with municipal and road authority standards
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