Senior Civil Engineer – Water

Stantec

. Oversee small and large, highly complex projects .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeBurnaby • CanadaSenior💰 CA$139,000 - CA$208,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in civil engineering project management, technical design, and client account management, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality outcomes in the Water/Wastewater industry. Proven ability to lead project teams, manage budgets, and support business development initiatives in British Columbia.

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Licensed Professional EngineerProject ManagementTechnical Design LeadershipClient Account ManagementCivil Engineering Expertise

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Hard Skills

Civil DesignProject ScopingBudget DevelopmentQuality AssuranceQuality ControlTechnical GuidanceProposal WritingDesign MethodsConstruction StandardsCivil Systems Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationPresentation SkillsMentorshipTeam LeadershipClient Development

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAutoCADCivil3DPCSWMMStormCADWaterCADREVIT

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer License in British Columbia

Industry Keywords

Water/WastewaterProject CoordinationFinancial PerformanceContract NegotiationsInternal Team Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee small and large, highly complex projects
Perform technical design tasks and provide technical guidance and mentorship
Provide technical leadership for civil-related projects and serve as Engineer-of-Record on several projects
Perform project management and/or project technical lead duties
Manage project teams and financial performance of project budgets
Perform client account management and development to grow the business
Develop project scopes, budgets, and design approaches
Support marketing and business development through positioning, proposal preparation, client interviews, and contract negotiations in British Columbia
Lead coordination meetings with internal teams, external consultants, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on projects
Work on watermains, conveyance, lift stations, and pump stations in the Water/Wastewater industry
Collaborate with Water teams across North America

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of British Columbia (or able to obtain EGBC registration)
Minimum of 15 years of experience
Efficient project management and project technical lead duties on multiple concurrent projects
Understanding of client expectations, budgeting, proposal writing, and producing high-quality deliverables
Technical expertise in relevant civil design areas and understanding of design and construction methods, codes, and standards
Strong knowledge of civil systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards
Ability to lead teams through all phases of projects, checking accuracy, quality, and completeness
Strong communication, presentation, and interview skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
General understanding of AutoCAD, Civil3D, PCSWMM, StormCAD, WaterCAD, and REVIT is a plus, but not required
Work in the office a minimum of 2 days per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision plans
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
Paid time off