WSP

Senior Civil Design Technician

WSP$89K — $118K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Diploma or CAD certificate with 8+ years of civil or environmental drafting/design experience.
  • Minimum 8 years of hands-on Civil 3D experience.
  • Strong ability to prepare complete drawing packages independently.
  • Proficient in advanced data manipulation and calculations in Excel.
  • Familiarity with additional design tools is a plus.
  • Fluency in French is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret topographic survey data to produce accurate civil design drawings.
  • Develop and manage advanced Civil 3D models for infrastructure layouts.
  • Lead drafting and design components on large multidisciplinary projects.
  • Collaborate with engineers and project managers for complete design packages.
  • Mentor junior designers to enhance technical capabilities.
  • Integrate WSP's Life-Saving Rules for safety compliance.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Collaborative work environment within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Engagement in impactful infrastructure projects across various communities.
  • Emphasis on safety and compliance in both office and field settings.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You

As a Senior Civil Design Technician, you will play a critical role in transforming complex civil and environmental concepts into constructible realities. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will help design infrastructure that supports resilient communities across British Columbia (Vancouver, Kelowna, Victoria), Alberta (Calgary, Edmonton), or Ontario (GTA)-bringing purpose, precision, and impact to every project.

Your Impact
  • Interpret topographic survey data, field notes, and engineering inputs to produce accurate, high-quality civil design drawings.
  • Develop and manage advanced Civil 3D models that support design analysis and infrastructure layouts.
  • Lead drafting and design components on large, multidisciplinary projects while ensuring compliance with WSP CAD standards and quality processes.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to deliver complete, coordinated design packages.
  • Mentor junior and intermediate designers, strengthening technical capability and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Integrate WSP's Life-Saving Rules into daily work, prioritizing safety in both office and field environments.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Diploma or CAD certificate with 8+ years of civil, environmental, or related drafting/design experience.
  • Minimum 8 years of hands-on Civil 3D experience, with a strong commitment to CAD standards and quality control.
  • Proven ability to prepare complete drawing packages using survey data, client information, and field notes with minimal supervision.
  • Strong analytical skills, including advanced calculations and data manipulation in Excel to support engineering workflows.
  • Experience with additional tools such as Plant 3D, Revit, ReCap, Vulcan, MinePlan, Global Mapper, Surfer, gINT, OpenGround, MicroStation, Autodesk Construction Cloud is considered an asset.
  • Fluency in French is an asset.

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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join WSP and help redefine what's possible-for communities, clients, and your career.

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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