Intermediate – Senior Civil Designer

TBT Engineering; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Group retirement savings

Paid time off

Wellness incentives

Workwear and clothing allowances

Competitive salaries

Job summary

TBT Engineering is seeking a senior civil designer with 10+ years of experience to lead site development and municipal infrastructure projects in Ottawa. You will prepare and review drawings, perform design calculations, and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure constructible, code-compliant designs.

You will mentor junior staff, support planning and proposals, and engage with clients and regulators while delivering high-quality civil solutions in a growth-focused firm.

Qualifications

• This role requires a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering and eligibility for registration as a Civil EngineeringTechnologist is an asset.
• 10+ years of relevant civil design experience including site development, municipal infrastructure and transportation.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InRoads and OpenRoads; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review civil design drawings, plans and technical documentation.
• Conduct design calculations for grading, drainage, roadways and utilities.
• Coordinate design efforts with engineers, PMs and multidisciplinary teams.
• Review survey data, geotechnical info and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior designers and support project planning and scheduling.
• Contribute to proposals, client engagement and business development.
• Ensure designs comply with codes, standards and company QA/QS systems.

Skills

Civil design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InRoads

OpenRoads

Mentoring

Education

Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InRoads

OpenRoads

Job description

Position Description

Contribute to and lead the preparation of civil design projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across diverse engineering divisions in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment. Apply advanced technical knowledge in site development, grading, drainage, road and highway design, and municipal infrastructure. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff while ensuring designs are accurate, constructible, and compliant with applicable standards, codes, and project requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare and review civil design drawings, plans, and technical documentation for site development, municipal infrastructure, and transportation projects.
• Conduct design calculations for grading, drainage, roadways, and utility networks.
• Coordinate design efforts with civil engineers, project managers, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure project alignment and constructability.
• Review and incorporate survey data, geotechnical information, and regulatory requirements into designs.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior designers, supporting their professional growth.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and coordination with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support proposal preparation, business development, and client engagement activities.
• Ensure all designs adhere to applicable codes, standards, and company quality and safety systems.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in civil design, supported by a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field, with eligibility for registration as a Civil Engineering Technologist considered an asset. The role requires 10+ years of relevant experience in civil design, including site development, municipal infrastructure, and transportation projects. Candidates should be proficient with design and modeling software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InRoads and OpenRoads, and possess strong technical, organizational, and communication skills. Proven experience mentoring junior designers and coordinating design work across multidisciplinary teams is essential.

This position is classified as full time. Rate of pay will be commensurate with related experience and qualifications ($32.47 per hour +). TBT Engineering provides health and dental benefits, group retirement savings programs, robust personal paid time off policies, wellness incentives, workwear and clothing allowances and competitive salaries!

TBT Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.