Senior Civil Engineer
About The Position
At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America. Mott MacDonald is positioned for continued expansion with career opportunities across North America and around the world, and we are excited to be making ongoing investment in our operations in Canada. To help grow our diverse business, and to support an exciting portfolio of projects across Canada, we are interested in hearing from enthusiastic and talented individuals who enjoy problem solving and who will contribute to our purpose. You will join a team of seasoned professionals who are looking to develop Mott MacDonald’s presence in Canada and beyond. Mott MacDonald is currently seeking a Senior Civil Engineer based out of our Vancouver, Calgary or Toronto office.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; a Master's degree is considered an asset.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada and in good standing.
- 10–15 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with significant experience in roadway/highway, municipal infrastructure, utilities, and/or land development projects.
- Strong technical expertise in civil engineering design, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, municipal servicing, transportation infrastructure, and utility coordination.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing the technical delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of municipal, provincial, and industry design standards, regulations, and approval processes.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, engineering studies, specifications, and contract documents.
- Proven ability to mentor and develop engineers and technical staff.
- Excellent client relationship, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities with experience managing multiple priorities and project deadlines.
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, business partners, contractors, regulatory authorities, and internal teams.
- Proficiency with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads/InRoads, and related civil engineering design tools.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting proposal development, business development, and strategic growth initiatives is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects, including roadway/highway, municipal servicing, utility, and land development projects.
- Serve as a technical lead within multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant, and aligned with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the preparation and review of engineering designs, technical reports, specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and contract documents.
- Provide technical leadership in the development of roadway geometry, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility servicing, site development, and transportation infrastructure solutions.
- Mentor, coach, and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers, designers, and other project team members.
- Support project managers with project planning, resourcing, scope management, budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation activities.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, municipalities, utility agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders throughout project delivery.
- Lead design reviews and quality assurance processes to ensure high-quality deliverables and adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Support business development initiatives, including proposal preparation, client relationship management, and identifying opportunities for future work.
- Provide engineering judgment and practical solutions to complex technical challenges while maintaining project objectives and client expectations.
Benefits
- personal and group performance bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
