Senior Hydraulic Modeler

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited • Toronto, ON

3d • CA$120,000 - CA$170,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

RVA is looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic Modeler to join its Urban and Riverine Systems team in their Toronto office. As an employee-owned company, RVA fosters a culture where people can thrive, share ingenuity, express their difference, and grow. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference on a wide range of projects and channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering or related field, from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Registered or eligible to apply for a P.Eng. license with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• 10-15 years of progressive experience in water, wastewater and/or stormwater systems modelling and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience leading large, complex hydraulic modelling and infrastructure planning projects.
• Advanced proficiency with InfoWorks ICM/ PCSWMM/ InfoWater Pro/ WaterGEMS.
• Aptitude for meeting project schedules and budgets.
• Excellent skills in technical writing and report preparation.
• Possess a strong ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, calibration, and application of hydraulic models for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Provide technical leadership on complex municipal infrastructure projects, including Municipal Class EA, Master Plans, Basement flooding, capacity analysis, system optimization and Rehabilitation studies, and Climate change and resiliency assessments.
• Serve as the technical lead for hydraulic modelling assignments, ensuring high-quality deliverables, adherence to project schedules, and allocated budget.
• Develop modelling strategies, establish technical approaches, and provide engineering recommendations based on model analyses.
• Lead field test planning for model calibration and validation.
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC of hydraulic modelling deliverables prepared by junior staff.
• Mentor and train junior and intermediate modellers, supporting their technical and professional development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for repeat business and new projects.
• Lead proposal development, including write-up, project schedule, and fee estimation.
• Prepare technical memorandums/ reports.
• Perform other engineering and modelling tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
• Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
• A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs
• Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
• Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree
• RVA Group Pension Plan with match
• Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips
• Access to a variety of free services (e.g., employee and family assistance programs, nutrition advice, caregiver support) and employee discounts (e.g., sports and entertainment tickets, major brands, insurance plans)
• Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior