Municipal / Civil Engineer

CBCL Limited•Halifax, NS

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About The Position

At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering and environmental consulting firm. We have an exciting opportunity for a Municipal/Civil Engineer to join our Municipal Department in our Halifax, Nova Scotia office! Bring your passion and skills to a collaborative team that thrives on delivering innovative, multidisciplinary design solutions. You’ll play a pivotal role in enhancing the municipal infrastructure that connects and supports our communities, while gaining hands-on experience alongside skilled professionals dedicated to client satisfaction. As our ideal candidate, you bring a wealth of experience in civil engineering and a passion for leading municipal infrastructure projects. You have a strong track record of designing and managing projects related to water transmission and distribution, wastewater collection and pumping, stormwater infrastructure and management, transportation systems, and contract administration. With your expertise, you will play a key role in project planning, execution, and delivery while mentoring junior staff and contributing to the success of our multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Educational and Professional Credentials: A bachelor's degree in civil engineering (or related field) is required, with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia
Experience: 7+ years of experience in civil or municipal engineering, preferably within a consulting environment. Proven experience leading infrastructure projects, managing client relationships, and overseeing project teams
Technical/Design Expertise: Experience completing infrastructure condition and capacity studies for sewer, water, and stormwater systems, along with developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs. Proven ability to perform project management and construction administration services for municipal infrastructure projects
Strategic Communication & Client Engagement: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations. Ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
Organized and Detail-Oriented: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, maintain attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented environment
Team Player: A collaborative mindset and a passion for contributing to a positive team environment

Responsibilities

Help Shape the Future of Municipal Infrastructure: Contribute to the design and planning of civil infrastructure projects including water distribution, wastewater collection and pumping, sanitary sewer systems, and stormwater management facilities
Craft with Precision: Assist in developing detailed design drawings and technical documentation
Lead and Innovate: Provide people and technical leadership across project development and delivery, including overseeing engineering calculations, refining design concepts, and ensuring compliance with client requirements and regulatory standards. Support business development by responding to RFPs, managing client relationships, and participating in industry associations and conferences. Collaborate closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective, innovative solutions
Oversee Site Operations: Conduct and lead site visits, field assessments, and infrastructure investigations. Provide technical guidance during construction, review contractor work for compliance, and support resident engineering services as needed
Drive Project Success: Prepare and review technical reports, feasibility studies, cost estimates, proposals, and tender documents. Manage project deliverables, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to business development efforts.

Benefits

A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits
CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
Maternity or Parental leave top-up
Health spending account
Wellness incentive
Membership dues reimbursement
Education and lifelong learning subsidization
Community volunteering incentive
Employee Family Assistance Program
Public transit subsidy
Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance
Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use
Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise
Exposure to a variety of projects
Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests
Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise
Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development
Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa
Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.