Civil Engineer, Municipal Engineering & Land Development

Job summary

The Civil Engineer will design and deliver municipal infrastructure projects including water, wastewater, and road systems. They will also manage projects from concept through construction, including contract administration and client relationship management.

Job details

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory, and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Opportunity — Build the Future With Us WSP is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer (Municipal & Land Development) to join our growing Infrastructure team in Terrace, BC. From designing safer water systems to shaping resilient northern communities, your work will support essential municipal infrastructure across northwest British Columbia. This is your chance to apply your technical expertise where it matters most—strengthening communities through smart, sustainable civil engineering. Why choose Terrace? Terrace has a great deal to offer you both recreationally and professionally. Terrace is the undeniable heart of Northwest British Columbia, a thriving and resource rich region. Residents enjoy access to world-class hiking and mountain biking trails that ring the city. Nearby Shames Mountain offers alpine skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts one of the deepest snowpacks in Canada, while cross country skiers find their bliss at the Onion Lake Snow Valley Nordic Ski Club. Many rivers and lakes surround this vibrant community offering boundless fishing, swimming, and skating opportunities, everything being close and easily accessible, all without long lines or high costs. When it comes to work life balance, affordability, and opportunity, Terrace is your place to thrive. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your Impact * Design and deliver civil engineering solutions for water, wastewater, stormwater, and municipal road projects. * Lead preliminary and detailed design of linear infrastructure, including watermains, sanitary and storm sewers, pump stations, chambers, and related civil works. * Manage projects from concept through construction, including schedules, budgets, deliverables, and risk mitigation. * Conduct construction services such as field reviews, progress reporting, and contract administration. * Prepare proposals, technical reports, and design documentation that clearly communicate engineering intent. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists across WSP to deliver integrated project outcomes. * Build lasting relationships with public‑sector clients and local partners throughout northwest BC. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Skills That Set You Apart * Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution. * 5+ years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure, land development, or water/wastewater systems design. * Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia—or eligible for registration. * Proven experience preparing construction contract documents and supporting contract administration. * Demonstrated success managing client relationships and contributing to proposals or technical reports. * Proficiency with civil design tools such as Civil 3D or similar software. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors, and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. * Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. * A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. * Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours. * Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900 MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $81,100 – $107,700 Disclosure: 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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ready to Shape the Future? Your next chapter starts here. Join us and help create resilient, sustainable communities across northwest BC—one project at a time. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose. Join us. Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety]. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies].

What you’ll do

The Civil Engineer will design and deliver municipal infrastructure projects including water, wastewater, and road systems. They will also manage projects from concept through construction, including contract administration and client relationship management.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 5 years of progressive experience in municipal or land development projects. A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia or eligibility for registration is required.

Benefits

• Flexible work
• Work-life balance
• Professional growth opportunities

Listed skills

• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Civil engineering
• Municipal infrastructure
• Land development
• Water systems design
• Wastewater systems design
• Stormwater management
• Project management
• Contract administration
• Civil 3D
• Technical reporting
• Client relationship management
• Construction services
• Linear infrastructure design
• Pump station design
• Employment Equity
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Design Documentation
• Community Sustainability
• Pump Stations
• Resilience
• Risk Mitigation
• Customer Relationship Management
• Civil Design
• Civil Engineering
• Communication
• Contract Management
• Engineering Design Process
• Disabilities
• Innovation
• Land Development
• Project Management
• Wastewater
• Storm Drains
• Stormwater Management
• Swimming
• Systems Design
• Progress Reporting
• Environment Health And Safety

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Energy
• Civil/Municipal Engineer
• Civil Engineer
• Civil Engineers

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