Civil Engineer I - Sewers and Drainage Design

City of Vancouver - CA; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city committed to sustainability and equity as a Civil Engineer I in the Sewers and Drainage Design team. In this role, you will oversee critical programs that protect the environment and public health while collaborating with various stakeholders. You will manage projects aimed at improving the sewer and drainage systems, ensuring they meet the city's high standards. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in a diverse and inclusive workplace, where your skills will directly impact the community's quality of life. If you are passionate about civil engineering and making a difference, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Flexible Work Program

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with 4+ years of experience in municipal civil infrastructure design.
• Knowledge of sewer systems and project management processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination program to protect public health.
• Implement the Inflow and Infiltration mitigation program and manage sewer investigations.
• Prepare technical reports and provide project management for liquid waste projects.

Skills

Engineering principles related to sewer and drainage systems

Inflow and Infiltration analysis

Project management processes

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Negotiation skills

Utility design

Diplomacy and tact

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer designation

Registration as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia

Tools

PCSWMM

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Civil Engineer I - Sewers and Drainage Design

Requisition ID: 43326

Organization
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function
The Liquid Waste Management team within Sewer & Drainage Design oversees source control programs which are an essential component in the management and operation of the sewer and drainage system, providing critical civic services to citizens and businesses within Vancouver. These programs protect the environment, ensure that sanitary and storm systems are managed by the correct sewer asset, educate the public on responsible sewer system use and promote coordination of the use and operation of the local and regional sewer systems. The Liquid Waste Management Engineer within the Liquid Waste Management team plays a key role in the successful implementation of various liquid waste management projects and programs including the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination program and the Inflow and Infiltration Mitigation Program.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination program which aims to identify and rectify sources of pollution from the sewer system, such as sewer cross-connections, with the goal of protecting human and ecosystem health.
• Creates and implements the Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) mitigation program, with responsibilities including determining priority areas for monitoring, assessment of results and oversight of remedial actions.
• Collaborates with Sewer Operations Sewer Investigation Teams to complete sewer system investigations and implements system improvements as needed.
• Acts as a Sewers Utility representative with the City’s Environmental Services branch for the management and implementation of Metro Vancouver’s Sewer Use Bylaw, Waste Discharge Permit program and source control initiatives.
• Supports the Senior Engineer in overseeing the Sewer and Watercourse Bylaw and associated policies, ensuring the bylaw is kept current and is reflective of regulatory requirements, organizational objectives and industry standards.
• Completes cost effective storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure design for construction by City or private crews.
• Performs field inspections and post-construction review of sewer construction projects.
• Provides project management of liquid waste projects and programs.
• Recommends and implements business process improvement and operation optimization solutions.
• Prepares technical reports, presentations, letters and memos.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Professional Engineer designation and minimum of four years’ related experience in municipal civil infrastructure design, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of engineering principles related to sewer and drainage systems.
• Experience with Inflow and Infiltration analysis and/or mitigation programs is an asset.
• Knowledge of project management processes and frameworks.
• Strong interpersonal, written communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and report writing.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders.
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills.
• Ability in utility design, construction and project management.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact.
• Proficient in the use of computer design and modeling software such as PCSWMM, and GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite. At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300)

Affiliation: Exempt

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $97032 to $121294 per annum

Application Close: May 4, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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