WSP

Project Engineer or Civil Technologist

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

Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology; eligibility for APEGA or ASET registration required.
  • 5+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure and land development design.
  • Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD software.
  • Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
  • Familiar with local construction specifications, materials, standards, and processes.
  • Experience in preparing technical drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Valid driver's license; capable of working independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver municipal water, wastewater, drainage, and roadway infrastructure projects.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions.
  • Lead engineering activities to meet client expectations and project objectives.
  • Prepare and coordinate technical reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Engage with contractors and regulatory agencies for effective project execution.
  • Contribute to planning and design of infrastructure to strengthen communities.
  • Support project delivery while balancing technical excellence, quality, schedules, and budgets.
  • Grow expertise through mentorship and exposure to diverse projects.

Benefits

  • Work in a stunning location in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, close to Banff National Park.
  • Collaborative environment with some of the industry's brightest professionals.
  • Opportunity to contribute to impactful municipal and land development projects.
  • Flexibility and support for career advancement and technical growth.
  • Engaging role that allows for communication and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us

A unique opportunity to live and work in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Based in downtown Canmore, complete with mountain views and just 20 minutes from Banff National Park, you'll join a team delivering award-winning Municipal, Civil Land Development, and Transportation projects.

As a Project Engineer or Civil Technologist, you'll collaborate with designers, engineers, and project managers to shape infrastructure that supports thriving communities across the Bow Valley and beyond. You'll contribute to projects that improve how people live, move, and connect while growing your career alongside some of the industry's brightest professionals.

Your Impact
  • Design and deliver municipal water, wastewater, drainage, roadway infrastructure, and site servicing projects from concept through construction.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to develop innovative solutions for municipal engineering and land development challenges.
  • Lead and support engineering activities that meet client expectations, project objectives, and industry best practices.
  • Prepare and coordinate technical reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates that drive successful project outcomes.
  • Engage and communicate with contractors, regulatory agencies, municipalities, and stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution.
  • Contribute to the planning and design of infrastructure that strengthens communities and supports sustainable growth.
  • Support project delivery by balancing technical excellence, quality, schedules, and budgets.
  • Grow your expertise through mentorship, collaboration, and exposure to a diverse portfolio of municipal and land development projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • A degree in Civil Engineering or a Civil Engineering Technology diploma, with eligibility for registration with APEGA or ASET.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure and land development design.
  • Proficiency with Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
  • Familiarity with local construction specifications, materials, standards, and processes.
  • Experience preparing technical drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • A valid driver's license and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients, stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 - $118,900
MB & ON: $81,900 - $112,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & 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.

Make Your Mark in the Rockies

Ready to build infrastructure that helps communities thrive while enjoying one of Canada's most spectacular mountain settings?

Join our Canmore team and help shape the future of municipal infrastructure throughout the Bow Valley. Whether you're advancing your technical expertise, expanding your project leadership capabilities, or looking to make a lasting impact on growing communities, you'll find the opportunities, support, and flexibility to achieve your goals.

Apply today and discover how far your ambition can take you with WSP.

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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