Civil Engineer

Dillon Consulting Limited•Yellowknife, NT

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Dillon Consulting Limited is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their team in Yellowknife. This is a new position where the successful candidate will play a hands-on role in delivering projects, building trusted client relationships, and supporting the continued development of engineering services in the region. The role involves working with clients and communities across the Northwest Territories, and supporting projects in Nunavut and Yukon. The Civil Engineer will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Dillon's national offices, ensuring the right expertise is coordinated for each project while maintaining a strong local presence. This role offers the opportunity for broad exposure, regional credibility, and a well-rounded Northern career.

Requirements

A degree in civil engineering
Licensed to practice as a professional engineer in the Northwest Territories
10-15 years' professional experience, preferably in the consulting industry
Proven leadership and business development capabilities
Demonstrated success in the leadership of multidisciplinary project teams and business development
Experienced in the design of various municipal infrastructure including water supply systems, sewage systems, roadways, storm water management works, underground and surface site servicing works, and/or waste management facilities
In depth knowledge of contract administration services and requirements, including Master Municipal Construction Documents
Expert knowledge of municipal servicing standards and environmental approvals requirements
Demonstrated skills in public and agency consultation
Strong proficiency in proposal and report writing, presentations, communications, organization and interpersonal skills
Exceptional communication (verbal and written) skills are essential

Nice To Haves

Experience with trenchless technologies and applications would be an asset
Experience working on municipal infrastructure projects in Northern Canada or other remote and cold climate environments would be considered an asset
Knowledge of permafrost conditions and northern engineering design considerations, including frost heave mitigation, thermal impacts on infrastructure, and construction in remote environments, would be considered an asset
Experience coordinating with geotechnical investigations and applying geotechnical recommendations for infrastructure development in permafrost regions would be considered an asset
Experience with stormwater management, wastewater and water distribution calculations and modelling applications would be an asset

Responsibilities

Project Management
Technical lead and design on projects related to municipal and/or land development infrastructure including water supply, sewers, roads, site servicing and storm water management
Contribute technical expertise to functional design, detailed design and construction administration activities of multidisciplinary project teams
Management of municipal and land development infrastructure projects related to water supply, sewers, roads, site servicing and storm water management
Regularly interact with project team members including planners, environmental scientists, engineers and technologists
Regular interaction with clients, agencies, utilities and other project stakeholders
Working knowledge of municipal servicing standards and provincial regulatory requirements
Business Development
Identify and develop new business opportunities
Lead submissions in response to Requests for Proposals
Leadership in the maintenance of existing client relationships including preparation of proposals and statement of qualification
Business travel to other Dillon offices upon request
Learning & Development
Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development
Input to the career development of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring
Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees