Senior Municipal Engineer

CBCL Limited•Halifax, NS

2d•Hybrid

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 municipal infrastructure and a passion for leading projects and people. You have a strong track record designing and managing projects related to water transmission, distribution, pumping and storage; wastewater collection and pumping; and stormwater management. You take a leadership role in the projects and 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

A bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required, with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia
Working in a leadership position with a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm for more than 10 years with the last 2 years leading and directing large municipal infrastructure projects
Experience leading and managing the design of large infrastructure projects within Atlantic Canada, with working knowledge of Atlantic Canadian regulations and various municipal standards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations
Ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, maintain attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented environment
A collaborative mindset and a passion for contributing to a positive team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ontario-based projects and municipal class environmental assessments would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation of contract documents and conduct quality checks on deliverables to maintain CBCL’s high standards
Contribute to the design and planning of infrastructure projects for cities, towns, provincial/federal governments, industrial sites and developers
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
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
Prepare and review technical reports, feasibility studies, design drawings, cost estimates, proposals, and tender documents. Manage project deliverables, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to business development efforts
Present findings at industry conferences and share expertise through technical papers and presentations
Develop and enhance tools, workflows, and design standards that improve project efficiency and outcomes
Identify and explore new service areas to expand our Municipal Group

Benefits

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