Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description

Our Client, an outstanding team which is comprised of engineers, environmental scientists, and resource professionals is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer on a permanent full time basis in Kelowna or Chilliwack, BC. Our client’s organization is grounded in the following fundamental principles: prioritizing team members, nurturing partnerships, supporting the community, and safeguarding the environment. The preferred candidate will be part of a dynamic and innovative consulting firm.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead Civil Engineering projects, creating, managing, and preparing engineering designs, studies, and reports for land development and municipal infrastructure projects.

  • Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, prepare development and construction cost estimates, tender documents and contracts.

  • Coordinate with team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality standards are achieved.

  • Provide non-technical guidance and support to team members.

  • Manage client relationships and projects to ensure client expectations and project performance goals are being met.

  • Develop new business opportunities and establish strategic relationships with key clients, agencies, and partners.

  • Provide construction contract administration for high value or importance projects.

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

  • Coordinate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure successful group operation.

  • Identify and implement process improvements with the broader team to increase efficiency and productivity.

  • Completing the required safety forms for each project that staff are working on and ensuring that safety policies and procedures are being followed by themselves and the team.

  • Some travel throughout British Columbia may be required in this position

Requirements

  • A minimum of a BSc degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university with at least 12 years of relevant, Canadian work experience.

  • Must be registered, or be eligible to register, as a Professional Engineer in BC.

  • Ability to design all municipal civil infrastructure, including but not limited to sites, roads, water, wastewater, stormwater, and grading.

  • Proven success leading project teams of engineers and technologists.

  • Excellent Project Management skills, preference give to those with PMP certification.

  • Strong work ethic with the desire to excel and achieve success for the firm, the client, and the team.

  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) and access to a vehicle.

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

  • Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills along with exceptional time management skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

    Compensation: $125k to $175k depending on seniority and experience.

    Please submit resume to Amy Hawksworth at hawksworth@catchrecruitment.com


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