Software developer Jobs in Medicine Hat, AB

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Your Opportunity

As a part of our Western Canada Irrigation team, this person will have the opportunity to work on the recently awarded Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project (WIRP) in Saskatchewan. Stantec (as a part of Prairie Engineering Partners) will be responsible for completing the fieldwork, planning and engineering to the next stage of project design. The right candidate will have technical skills and experience that can be applied to the delivery of water conveyance projects related to irrigation and irrigation planning for government, municipal, and private sector clients. Projects may include greenfield infrastructure, expansion/upgrades to existing systems, and rehabilitation. The successful candidate is expected to have knowledge and experience working on similar projects. As the Western Canada Irrigation Leader, your tasks will include but are not limited to, leading and undertaking engineering studies, engineering design and document preparation, and related fieldwork or investigations as required.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the preparation of engineering reports, drawings, and specifications related to irrigation planning, design, and other related water resources and conveyance projects.

• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams, clients or other consultants.

• Coordinating and attending field work or field investigations where required.

• Lead client management, business development and proposal preparation.

• Assisting in recruiting and developing the irrigation specialization across the water team.

• Mentoring, training and/or supervision of intermediate or junior engineers.

• Attending in-house and formal training sessions to ensure continuing professional development.

• Adhering to Stantec’s Environmental Health and Safety protocols and processes.

• Travelling occasionally within Alberta and western Canada.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Proven irrigation system planning and design experience.

• Experience in other related water conveyance or agriculture/agri-food projects is considered an asset.

• Understanding of all phases of project implementation, and strong understanding of engineering design processes.

• Understanding of soil water relationships

• Experienced with hydraulic analysis/modeling.

• Excellent communication, written, and presentation skills.

• Collaborative in nature, with the ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams.

• Self-motivated and results-oriented with the ability to motivate and lead others.

• Experience with Microsoft Office software suite. Experience with Microsoft Project is an asset.

• Experience with design software and tools such as AutoCAD Civil3D is an asset.

• Experience with hydraulic/hydrologic modeling software (MikeUrban, PCSWMM, StormCAD, WaterCAD, XPSWMM, etc.) is an asset.

• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.

Education and Experience

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience working on water resources or conveyance projects, with a strong emphasis on irrigation planning and design.

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Agricultural Engineering or equivalent is required.

• Registered as a P.Eng with APEGA in the Province of Alberta and/or with APEGS in the Province of Saskatchewan. Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Lethbridge
Organization: BC-1101 Water-CA Alberta
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 22/10/2025 09:10:26
Req ID: REQ2500002Z