Civil / Municipal Engineer

Stantec; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Civil / Municipal Engineer to join their Yukon office in Whitehorse. The role involves overseeing municipal and territorial infrastructure projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating on multi-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in municipal systems and civil engineering, with at least 8 years of experience. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related work experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in northern environments is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver municipal and territorial water and sewer infrastructure projects.
• Manage planning, feasibility studies, and contract administration.
• Mentor junior staff in infrastructure design projects.
• Develop proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects.

Skills

Municipal infrastructure knowledge

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Experience with permafrost

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centres, resilient neighbourhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

The Stantec Yukon office has a vibrant and dynamic environment with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Our projects vary in size ranging from small commercial developments to municipal, government, community and private sector developments and facilities. Our multidisciplinary northern office is looking for an energetic Civil / Municipal Engineer to round out our growing practice in Northern Canada. Whitehorse is the capital of the Yukon and is a remarkably cosmopolitan city of roughly 30,000, filled with well-educated families and professionals. It is the commercial hub for projects and communities across the Yukon and the wilderness is just steps from our downtown office. In Whitehorse northern traditions mix with the everyday lifestyles of modern Canadians from all cultures and backgrounds. The result is a unique sense of place that both welcomes newcomers and embraces new ideas. Up here work-life balance truly exists. Whether you’re interested in an adventure filled with fishing, skiing, hiking and snowmobiling, or just looking to live in a beautiful, small urban centre, Whitehorse could be the place for you. Build your career AND enjoy your life!

Your Key Responsibilities

• As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of municipal and territorial water, sewer, transportation infrastructure, and land development/site servicing projects for clients across the Yukon.
• Directing and providing hands-on management of planning and feasibility studies, pre-design and detailed design and contract administration assignments for public and private sector clients.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects with other engineering professionals
• Mentoring junior staff; leading them with the planning and design of territorial highway, municipal road works, municipal infrastructure including sewage lagoons, solid waste facilities, water, wastewater and storm water conveyance and pump stations.
• Developing proposals, budgets and schedules, and on-going business development and liaison with clients.
• Collaborating with Team Leaders and Project Managers to identify staffing, equipment, and training requirements.
  
  

Your Capabilities And Credentials

• Working knowledge of relevant municipal infrastructure (water, sewer, storm systems), roadway and highway design guides.
• Familiarity with related software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in the north and with permafrost is an asset
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• P.Eng. or eligible for registration as P.Eng. with the Association of Professional Engineers Yukon.
• Preferred 8 years of related work experience.
  
  

Typical office environment working with computers and sitting at a desk. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Primary Location: Canada | YT | Whitehorse

Organization: BC-1449 Buildings-CA North

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/06/2025 09:06:16

Req ID: REQ250000E8