Civil Engineer Project Manager

BBA Consultants; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 118,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Vancouver, BC is looking for a Civil Engineer Project Manager to lead mid-sized projects in the mining and renewable energy sectors. You will ensure high-quality technical solutions, engage with clients, and mentor junior staff. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, P.Eng registration, and strong project leadership skills. The firm offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual premium program

Group insurance plan

Retirement savings plan

Vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Registered as a P.Eng or P.Eng eligible.
• Experience in heavy industrial or renewable energy projects preferred.
• Strong technical writing skills for reports and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of studies and engineering mandates for heavy civil projects.
• Prepare technical proposals and define project scope with clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and project leaders.

Skills

Client-focused communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Civil Engineer Project Manager

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

As a technical Civil Engineering Project Manager, you will be a key part of our specialised Civil/Structural and Geotechnical engineering team in Vancouver, BC. Your role on the Vancouver team will involve both technical execution and leadership of projects, following a seller‑doer model—leading projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts. You will take ownership of mid‑sized projects in the mining, renewable energy, chemical, and heavy industrial sectors, guiding them from concept to execution while also being hands‑on in technical work.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to…

• Lead the delivery of studies and detailed engineering mandates for heavy civil projects, ensuring high‑quality technical solutions
• Act as the proposal lead, preparing technical proposals, defining project scope, and engaging with clients to secure new work
• Participate actively in business development, working closely with our leadership team to identify and pursue strategic opportunities
• Review and approve engineering design packages including reports, studies, estimates, budgets, schedules, drawings, calculations, specifications, quotations, proposals, presentations
• Take a hands‑on approach to project execution, balancing leadership with technical contributions
• Mentor and support junior engineers and project leaders, fostering their technical and leadership growth
• Supervise and commission engineering solutions, including site inspections and contractor coordination
• Engage in risk management and project performance tracking, communicating results to clients regularly

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Client‑focused with excellent communication and attention to detail
• Results‑oriented with strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
• Business acumen, capable of supporting proposal development and strategic decision‑making
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both with clients and internal teams

Overview of certifications and job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s degree is a plus)
• Registered as a P.Eng or P.Eng eligible
• Experience in heavy industrial, mining, or renewable energy projects is preferred
• Proven ability to lead projects and act as a proposal lead in client engagements
• Willingness to travel (20% to 40% of the time annually)
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings, site supervision, and safety standards
• Strong technical writing skills for reports and proposals

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Competitive annual base salary between $118,000 to $144,500
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Access to a time bank
• Onsite mobility premium
• Cellphone Program
• Group insurance plan starting day one including short‑term and long‑term disability insurance for regular employees and telemedicine program
• Retirement saving plan for regular employees
• Vacation and sick leave
• Premium offered through the Employee Referral program

At BBA, you get many benefits

• Long‑term hiring (not just project‑based)
• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• Custom training and development plans
• A corporate culture that values expertise
• Participation in innovation projects

About BBA

For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution. BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice(PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

Our goal is to ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do everything we can to build a workplace where all of our employees want to excel and where they feel respected, heard and valued. Every day.

Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender‑neutral language. Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but no limited to: Market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.