WSP

Civil Engineer, Municipal Engineering & Land Development

WSP$89K — $118K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • 5+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure or water/wastewater systems design.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC, or eligible for registration.
  • Experience in contract document preparation and administration.
  • Proven client relationship management and technical report contribution skills.
  • Proficiency with Civil 3D or similar design software.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver civil engineering solutions for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
  • Lead design of linear infrastructure including watermains and sewers.
  • Manage projects from concept through construction, overseeing schedules and budgets.
  • Conduct construction services such as field reviews and contract administration.
  • Prepare proposals and technical reports that convey engineering intent.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists to achieve project outcomes.
  • Build relationships with public-sector clients and local partners.

Benefits

  • Culture of inclusion and belonging celebrating individuality.
  • Flexible Work Policy promoting work-life balance.
  • Focus on creating impactful work across various communities.
  • Extensive growth opportunities through learning programs and mentorship.
  • Team-oriented environment with supportive colleagues.
Full Job Description
Job Description

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.

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.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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