Civil / Municipal Engineer

Stantec; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Yellowknife, Canada, is seeking a Civil / Municipal Engineer to manage infrastructure projects. This role offers an opportunity to work with a dynamic team focused on northern communities. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and relevant experience, including municipal projects and permafrost knowledge. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a beautiful setting.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of relevant municipal infrastructure.
• Experience in the north and with permafrost.
• Strong project management experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage municipal and territorial water and sewer projects.
• Direct feasibility studies and detailed design assignments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and manage junior staff.

Skills

Knowledge of municipal infrastructure

Experience in the north and with permafrost

Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Project management experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. or eligible for P.Eng. registration

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

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 Yellowknife 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. The Yellowknife office has a vibrant and dynamic environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth. We are a multidisciplinary team working across the North in multiple sectors for a variety of clients. Our projects vary in size ranging from small commercial developments to light industrial, government, community and private sector facilities. Up here work-life balance truly exists. Whether you’re interested in an exciting adventure filled with camping, canoeing, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, hunting or snowmobiling, or just looking to live in a beautiful, small urban centre, the North could be the place for you. Consider this an opportunity to 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 with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the completion of projects under the direction of a project coordinator or project manager.
• Managing junior staff and multi-disciplined project teams; 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.
• Financial management of projects including budget forecasting, resource management, change-order management, and client invoicing.
• 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.
• Experience in the north and with permafrost.
• A well-developed familiarity with related software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

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 Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG).
• 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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Primary Location: Canada | NT | Yellowknife

Organization: BC-1449 Buildings-CA North

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16 / 06 / 2025 03 : 06 : 03

Req ID: REQ250001A6