Lead Drainage Engineer - Civils

Job Description

• Lead and oversee the planning, design, and delivery of land development, municipal servicing, linear and heavy civil infrastructure projects, from concept through construction and post-construction acceptance. These include subdivisions, site plans, mixed-use developments, lot grading, stormwater management, sanitary and water servicing, roadway and access design, and utility coordination, arterial roadways, urban reconstruction, highway improvements, bridges/culverts, water/wastewater conveyance, and stormwater management systems.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams of engineers, technologists, and subconsultants, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet municipal, provincial, and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical authority in stormwater management, sanitary and water servicing, grading and drainage, roadway design, and utility coordination for subdivision, site plan, and municipal capital projects.
• Manage client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact for developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies, ensuring projects align with client objectives and community needs.
• Secure and expedite approvals by preparing and reviewing technical reports, drawings, and submissions for subdivisions, site plans, zoning amendments, and environmental approvals.
• Assist in project financials including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and contract administration; negotiate consultant and contractor agreements and manage change orders.
• Provide construction-phase leadership, including shop drawing reviews, responses to RFIs, progress certifications, field inspections, and resolution of technical and contractual issues.
• Mentor and develop staff, providing guidance to intermediate engineers, technologists, and interns to build technical capability, project management skills, and client service excellence.
• Assist with and actively participate in business development initiatives including identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, developing fee structures, and delivering client presentations; actively contribute to expanding client portfolios and securing repeat work.
• Strengthen market presence by attending industry events, fostering relationships with municipal officials, developers, and contractors, and promoting the firm’s expertise in sustainable and resilient infrastructure.
• Promote innovation and sustainability, integrating Low Impact Development (LID), green infrastructure, and resilient design principles into project solutions.
• Ensure rigorous quality control across all project phases, reviewing designs for constructability, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness prior to submission.
• Monitor and interpret industry trends and regulatory changes, proactively advising clients and teams on their implications and incorporating best practices into project execution.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following background, skills and attributes:

• Completion of a university degree in Civil Engineering;
• 10+ years of design experience on land development projects.  Alberta experience preferred;
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Alberta;
• Design skills with good working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil3D.
• Experience with automation, including but not limited to Dynamo and Python, is considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (French would also be an asset);
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, time management and ability to think creatively;
• Sound understanding of the land development process;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team
• Experienced with project management and has worked in, or understands the consulting engineering environment;
• Working knowledge of modelling software (PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, EPANET, Mike+, etc.); and
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle with valid registration and insurance.

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