Senior Civil Engineer

Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They’re creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. We’re driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We’re a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

In the role of Senior Civil Engineer you will lead the design delivery of land development, municipal and transportation projects for our expanding client list. You will manage relationships with private and public sector clients, provide exceptional customer service, and support Stantec’s Canada West Community Development teams as opportunities arise. You will primarily work in the British Columbia region, collaborating with provincial and municipal authorities and helping grow the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the civil design for infill, greenfield, and brownfield land development, municipal, transportation and public space projects of high complexity.
• Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team on land development projects.
• Review and prepare designs for site grading and site servicing including water distribution, sanitary sewers, storm water management, shallow utilities, and erosion control design.
• Complete due diligence reports and land reviews providing knowledge on overall servicing for potential land purchases for our client base.
• Provide senior engineering support for overall servicing in support of Planning applications/Land Use Designations.
• Liaise with municipalities and other approving authorities to advocate for client objectives.
• Build and foster relationships with clients, municipal, and provincial approving authorities.
• Provide mentorship, training, and guidance to junior and intermediate technical staff.
• Contribute and provide guidance in project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, clients, and other various project stakeholders.
• Complete field reviews and EOR reviews as necessary during the construction administration phase of own projects.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control review on own projects and projects of peers.
• Assist in the development of new standards and processes for the design team.
• Contribute to the development of proposals and the development of project scope and fees through a design focused lens.
• Contribute to business planning and client development strategies.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Registered as a Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• Thorough understanding of land development including site grading, sanitary and storm sewer servicing, water servicing, shallow utility coordination, roadway, lot design, and general stormwater engineering concepts.
• Strong understanding of municipal utility & roadway design & engineering.
• Experience in the province of British Columbia is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of the life cycle of land development projects from the land review stage through to permitting, construction & close‑out.
• Self‑motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solution‑oriented problem solver.
• Collaborative team player capable of creative and critical thinking.
• Experience managing multiple projects, clients and deliverables in a flexible work environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BlueBeam Revu.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.

Position Details

Position will primarily work in an office setting. Stantec supports a hybrid schedule from home, with field work that may involve exposure to inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere.

Pay Range

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $111,700.00 - $167,600.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

Canada | BC | Vancouver

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time