The Opportunity:
WSP is currently seeking for a Civil / Municipal Engineer for our Transportation and Infrastructure group. This position is based in our Smithers office, reporting to the Branch Manager, Infrastructure. This position will be responsible to work on municipal projects with a focus on public and private clients involving water and wastewater systems, storm water management, municipal roads, and land development.
This is your opportunity to join a premier consulting firm in a location with short commute, and world class outdoor adventure opportunities right from your doorstep. The Town of Smithers is a community in northern British Columbia with a population of 5,500 people. Smithers offers outstanding outdoor recreational pursuits during all phases of the year. This includes fishing and hunting, downhill and cross-country skiing, golfing, snowmobiling, canoeing, and kayaking and many more. Coupled with a lively music scene, Art Gallery, Museum, theatrical performances and an energetic sporting community, Smithers has something for everyone. Affordable housing prices and short commutes leave the time and money available to enjoy the lifestyle.
The location for this role is Smithers. We welcome applicants from across Canada; relocation assistance to Smithers will be considered.
Why choose WSP?
We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
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What you can expect to do here:
• Design and Engineering: Lead the preliminary and detailed design of civil infrastructure projects, including roads, subdivisions, water supply systems, sanitary sewers, and stormwater systems. This includes linear works, valve chambers, and pump stations.
• Construction Services: Provide comprehensive construction services, including site field reviews, reporting, and MMCD contract administration.
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and projects are delivered successfully.
• Proposal Development: Develop compelling proposals to secure new projects and expand our client base.
• Additional Duties: Take on other responsibilities as assigned to support the team and contribute to the success of our projects.
What you’ll bring to WSP:
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university
• 3-5 years of experience in a consulting environment, particularly on municipal projects, is highly desirable. (candidates with greater relevant experience are welcome to apply)
• Demonstrated progressive experience in design, project management and construction
• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or holding a P. Eng designation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Proven track record in project/task management, client communication, and proposal/report writing.
Compensation
Salary range (in British Columbia): $61,600 - $84,700.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
