Civil Engineer

MatchBox Consulting Group is currently seeking a Civil Engineer, Municipal Infrastructure on behalf of our client, a well-established Canadian consulting engineering firm with a strong municipal infrastructure practice in Calgary, Alberta.

This role sits within a Municipal Infrastructure team that delivers complex projects related to water, sanitary, and stormwater infrastructure, with an emphasis on underground installations. The successful candidate will support project delivery across studies, design, cost estimates, specifications, contract documents, construction management, and construction inspection.

This is a permanent opportunity based in Calgary, AB, with a hybrid work model. The successful candidate will be required to work in office 5 days per week for the first 3 months, then transition to 2 days per week in office.

The Role

As Civil Engineer, you will support the planning, design, coordination, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects across Calgary and Alberta.

You will work on water, sanitary, stormwater, drainage, grading, and underground utility projects in both brownfield and greenfield settings. This role requires someone who can step into project work quickly, contribute technically, and support mentorship within the team with limited ramp-up time.

Key Responsibilities

Municipal Infrastructure Design & Project Delivery

• Prepare engineering studies, designs, cost estimates, specifications, and construction contract documents for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Support projects related to stormwater drainage, water transmission, sanitary sewer collection, grading, and underground utility systems.
• Act as Engineer of Record for designs, technical reports, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents completed independently or through direct supervision.
• Lead and collaborate with project teams from concept through design, tendering, construction, and closeout.

Construction Administration & Technical Review

• Support tenders, constructability assessments, contract administration, and construction inspection.
• Complete QA/QC reviews for technical deliverables prepared by other Engineers of Record.
• Review project deliverables for accuracy, constructability, compliance, and alignment with applicable standards.
• Support construction-stage deliverables, including responses to technical questions and coordination with project stakeholders.

Team Collaboration & Mentorship

• Mentor and coach engineers and technologists on technical work and project delivery processes.
• Work closely with internal teams, clients, vendors, third-party utility owners, and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while managing timelines, priorities, and project requirements.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer with APEGA, or eligible for registration with APEGA within six months of hire.
• 5+ years of civil engineering experience, with 8+ years strongly preferred.
• Experience in the design and construction of municipal infrastructure projects, including stormwater drainage, water transmission, sanitary sewer collection, grading, and underground utility systems.
• Experience working on brownfield and greenfield infrastructure projects.
• Proven understanding of government and industry standards, specifications, regulations, and guidelines related to water, sanitary, and stormwater infrastructure design and construction.
• Ability to contribute to project delivery with limited ramp-up time and support mentorship within the team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within Alberta as required.

Nice to Haves

• Consulting engineering experience.
• Owner-side municipal infrastructure experience.
• Experience with City of Calgary and Alberta requirements.
• Experience with alternative construction delivery.
• Established relationships with product vendors and third-party utility owners.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Who You Are

• Client-service oriented, with the ability to be responsive and adaptable to client needs.
• Strong listener and communicator, with excellent verbal and technical writing skills.
• Able to take initiative, manage timelines, and stay organized across multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem solver with sound technical judgment and decision-making ability.
• Able to navigate conflict and negotiation professionally.
• Growth-minded, with a desire for continuous improvement, technical development, and lessons learned.
• Contributes to a collaborative and supportive team culture.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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