Job Description

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Overview

Come join us to work at one of the most important Canadian airport projects of decade.

As part of AtkinsRéalis' Engineering Services group, the municipal infrastructure team specializes in providing a full range engineering services for infrastructure projects to local, national, and international clients.

The municipal infrastructure team is looking for a water resources engineer to join our growing team to work on one the most important Canadian airport projects.

This role is based in Toronto, ON. and the position is 100% in-office in Toronto.

Your role

• Supports planning for waste (and circularity) programs, including terminal waste, outbuildings waste, construction waste and circular construction, and off-aircraft waste.
• Supports planning for water resilience programs, including stormwater, water conservation, and water quality.
• Confirms proper handling, recycling, disposal, and removal of waste materials, including hazardous wastes, at the construction sites.
• Confirms that the design considers self-sustaining circular ecosystems and infrastructure requirements, water harnessing to aid in irrigation and stormwater management, innovative solutions to waste and pollution management, and the reduction of the overall carbon footprint.
• Coordinates with Stakeholder Relations and Communications (SR&C) and external stakeholders on all areas of sustainability strategy.
• Confirms that the overall program and design strategy includes all relevant sustainability requirements and responds to the principles of a sustainable development, and occupant lifestyle and well-being.
• Confirms that the approach to the relevant works is consistent with the Canadian airport's vision and strategy for a sustainable, carbon-positive, and environmentally friendly future.
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of Client staff.

About you

• Typically, a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the environment, energy, or sustainable design sector.
• Experience of delivering sustainability outcomes in the infrastructure sector. Experience in large complex programs considered an asset.
• Holistic understanding of sustainability and Net Zero, with a particular interest in decarbonization (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions), climate risk assessment and management.
• Demonstrable understanding of sustainability/ESG and climate accounting, management, and disclosure standards and guidance.
• Demonstrable experience in sustainable resource management, materials efficiency, and circular economy.
• Strong technical capability in all project phases and ability to solve complex problems including by using data analytics to support solution identification.
• Recognized degree in related engineering, planning, or sustainability field and professional certification (PE, CEM, LEED AP, ENV SP).

Overview

Join a world-class engineering team shaping the future of major airport infrastructure in Canada. As part of our Airports group within AtkinsRéalis' Engineering Services, you'll work with passionate planners, engineers, and innovators dedicated to designing smarter, safer, and more efficient air transport systems.
This is a unique opportunity to play a strategic leadership role on one of the most significant airport development programs underway in the country-driving complex planning activities that will influence passenger experience, operational efficiency, and long-term capacity.

The Airport team is looking for a Planning Lead, to join our growing team to work on one of the most important Canadian airport projects.

This role is based in Toronto, On. and the position requires being 100% in-office (5 days a week).

Your role

• Lead the Planning team in delivering high-quality airport planning activities, including concept/master planning, land-use planning, forecasting, and flow optimization.
• Conduct capacity-demand gap analyses across all airport systems, from airside to groundside infrastructure, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Oversee terminal capacity and demand assessments, including baggage systems and related operational components.
• Develop activity forecasts for airside, terminal, and groundside areas to inform long-term infrastructure strategies.
• Produce analytical planning reports and simulation models that reflect existing and future airport operations.
• Collaborate with Program Leads, PMO Services, and Technical Shared Services to ensure effective integration of planning requirements into the program.
• Guide and mentor team members while managing key stakeholder relationships to support successful planning outcomes.

About you

• Minimum 15 years of experience in large capital programs in planning, development, engineering, or architecture.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in major international airport projects or equivalent large-scale infrastructure programs.
• Expert knowledge of airport planning practices, Transport Canada standards, and methodologies for modelling, simulation, and analytical data processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, senior stakeholders, and strategic reporting for complex airport initiatives.
• Strong capability in problem-solving, data analytics, and facilitating workshops with diverse stakeholder groups.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $ 91,000 - 125,100 CAD annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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