Municipal Engineer

CBCL Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Vacation leave

Maternity/Parental leave top-up

Health spending account

Wellness incentive

Transit subsidy

Education subsidies

Lifelong learning subsidies

Volunteer incentive

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CBCL Limited, an engineering and environmental consulting firm, seeks a Municipal/Civil Engineer in Halifax, NS. You will own design assignments, coordinate projects, and deliver technical outputs for municipal infrastructure, including water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.

With 5+ years in municipal design, you will collaborate with clients and the multidisciplinary team to produce practical solutions for communities across Atlantic Canada. A P.Eng. designation or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required, P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• 5+ years of municipal infrastructure design and project delivery experience.
• Experience contributing to design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects; knowledge of Atlantic Canadian regulations and municipal standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review contract documents with sound technical judgment and quality control.
• Design and planning of infrastructure projects for municipalities and developers.
• Perform engineering calculations, develop design concepts, and coordinate with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Conduct site visits, field assessments, and provide input during construction; review contractor work for compliance.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Engineering calculations

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

P.Eng. designation or eligibility

Job description

At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering and environmental consulting firm. We have an exciting opportunity for a Municipal/Civil Engineer to join our Municipal Department in our Halifax, Nova Scotia office! Bring your passion and skills to a collaborative team that thrives on delivering innovative, multidisciplinary design solutions. You’ll play a meaningful role in advancing municipal infrastructure projects that connect and support our communities, while building on your technical expertise in an environment that values initiative, collaboration, and client-focused delivery.

As our ideal candidate, you bring 5+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure and are ready to take ownership of design assignments, project coordination, and technical delivery. You have hands‑on experience with projects related to water transmission, distribution, pumping and storage; wastewater collection and pumping; and stormwater management. You are comfortable contributing technical insight within a multidisciplinary team, working with clients and stakeholders, and helping deliver practical, high-quality solutions for communities across Atlantic Canada.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Uphold Excellence: Prepare and review contract documents, applying sound technical judgment and quality control practices to maintain CBCL’s high standards;

• Help Shape the Future of Municipal Infrastructure: Contribute to the design and planning of infrastructure projects for cities, towns, provincial/federal governments, industrial sites and developers;

• Contribute and Collaborate: Contribute to project development and delivery through engineering calculations, design concepts, technical analysis, and coordination with client requirements and regulatory standards. Work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective, practical solutions;
• Contribute to Site Operations: Complete site visits, field assessments, and infrastructure investigations. Provide technical input during construction, review contractor work for compliance, and contribute to resident engineering services as needed; and
• Drive Project Success: Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, design drawings, cost estimates, proposals, and tender documents. Coordinate project deliverables, communicate with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to successful project outcomes.

Other Related Duties as Required

• Share technical knowledge with colleagues and contribute to project discussions, presentations, and internal learning opportunities;
• Contribute to the development and improvement of tools, workflows, and design standards that support project efficiency and outcomes; and
• Contribute to broader Municipal Group initiatives and identify opportunities to improve how we deliver services to our clients.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Educational and Professional Credentials: A bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required, with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia;

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure design and project delivery, preferably within a consulting engineering environment;
• Technical/Design Expertise: Experience contributing to the design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects, with working knowledge of Atlantic Canadian regulations and municipal standards;
• Communication & Client Engagement: Strong verbal and written communication skills to prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations. Ability to liaise professionally with clients, stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and internal project teams;

• Organized and Detail-Oriented: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, maintain attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented environment; and
• Team Player: A collaborative mindset and a passion for contributing to a positive team environment.

We encourage applications from candidates whose experience and skills align with the core requirements of the role, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

What we can offer you

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance;
• Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee‑owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long‑term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John’s, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email [e-mail]. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.