Civil Engineer

Actalent; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a highly experienced Intermediate or Senior Civil Engineer to act as the Professional of Record for civil engineering deliverables supporting electrical distribution projects in New Westminster, BC. You will review, seal, and lead civil designs to meet EGBC standards and BC Hydro requirements.

This hybrid role requires five-plus years in underground electrical infrastructure, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, strong communication, and a valid BC driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Minimum five years of civil engineering experience in electrical distribution projects.
• Minimum five years of experience in underground electrical distribution civil works.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License (or provincial equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Professional of Record for civil engineering deliverables for electrical distribution projects.
• Review, approve, and seal designs in accordance with EGBC standards.
• Perform engineering calculations, design reviews, and constructability assessments.
• Ensure designs comply with BC Hydro standards, municipal requirements, codes, and best practices.
• Prepare and review reports, memos, permits, and design criteria.
• Oversee designers and junior engineers engaged in project delivery.
• Coordinate with BC Hydro, municipalities, regulatory agencies, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Provide construction support including field reviews and RFIs.
• Support project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, and risk management.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (EGBC) in good standing

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Intermediate or Senior Civil Engineer to serve as the Professional of Record for civil engineering deliverables supporting electrical distribution projects. This role requires a seasoned engineer who can provide technical leadership, engineering oversight, and professional accountability for civil engineering designs associated with underground electrical distribution infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Professional of Record for civil engineering deliverables associated with electrical distribution utility projects.
• Review, approve, and seal engineering designs in accordance with EGBC standards.
• Perform engineering calculations, design reviews, and constructability assessments.
• Ensure designs comply with BC Hydro standards, municipal requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Prepare and review engineering reports, technical memoranda, permit submissions, and design criteria documents.
• Oversee designers and junior engineers engaged in project delivery.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews of drawings, calculations, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with BC Hydro representatives, municipalities, regulatory agencies, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Provide technical support during construction, including field reviews and responses to requests for information.
• Support project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, and risk management activities.
• Participate in project meetings and technical reviews as required.
• Travel within British Columbia as required to support project needs.
• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer ( in good standing with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Minimum five years of civil engineering experience supporting electrical distribution utility infrastructure projects.
• Minimum five years of direct experience in the design and delivery of underground electrical distribution civil works.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of civil construction practices associated with underground utility installations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License (or provincial equivalent).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience acting as Civil Engineer of Record or Professional of Record on BC Hydro projects.
• Demonstrated experience applying BC Hydro standards, specifications, and utility engineering requirements.
• Experience coordinating with municipalities, permitting authorities, contractors, and utility stakeholders.
• Experience supporting BC Hydro Distribution Capital Programs.
• Experience performing field reviews and construction support services.
• Working knowledge of MMCD standards and municipal permitting processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New Westminster, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in New Westminster,BC.