Senior Civil Engineer

BBA Consultants; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 147,500 - 180,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation leave

Training and development

Hybrid schedule

Mobility premium

Job summary

BBA Consultants in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead multidisciplinary mining and power projects, focusing on dam-related infrastructure and heavy civil works. You’ll drive technical delivery, project leadership and client development, with hands-on design oversight from concept through detailed design and construction support.

The role requires a licensed engineer, 20+ years of civil experience, and proven ability to coordinate teams, manage scope and budgets, and mentor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Licensed professional engineer or eligible for BC registration.
• Over 20 years of civil engineering experience, with mining exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design for mining and power projects from concept to construction support.
• Serve as Technical Lead and/or Engineer of Record on complex mandates.
• Prepare and review reports, drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate site infrastructure designs including earthworks and drainage.
• Manage scope, budget and schedule; liaise with clients and contractors.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Support business development and client presentations.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Client engagement

Civil design expertise

Team mentorship

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

P.Eng. (EGBC) or eligible for registration in British Columbia

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Your future role on our team

We’re seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Vancouver and contribute to delivering multidisciplinary engineering projects in the power and mining sectors. You’ll play a key role in technical delivery, project leadership and client development, with a strong focus on dam-related infrastructure and heavy civil works.

Type of position: Regular

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Lead the delivery of civil engineering design for mining and power projects, from concept through detailed design and construction support
• Serve as Technical Lead and/or Engineer of Record (EOR) on selected mandates
• Prepare and review engineering reports, drawings and technical specifications
• Oversee the design of site infrastructure, including earthworks, drainage, water management systems, haul roads and mine-related facilities
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges
• Ensure technical quality, compliance with codes and standards, and constructability of deliverables
• Manage projects (scope, budget, schedule) and lead coordination with clients, contractors and stakeholders
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope definition, cost estimation and client presentations
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities to grow services in the mining and power sectors
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to team development

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to look beyond established standards
• Rigorous and ethical
• Fascination for innovation
• Willingness to transform the world for the better
• Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• P.Eng. (EGBC) or eligible for registration in British Columbia
• Over 20 years of experience in civil engineering, with strong exposure to mining projects
• Proven experience in design of civil infrastructure (earthworks, water management, drainage, roads)
• Experience serving as Technical Lead, Project Engineer or EOR on complex projects
• Strong understanding of Canadian codes, standards and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated experience in project management and multidisciplinary coordination
• Proven client engagement and business development experience
• Proficiency with civil design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D; others are assets)
• Willingness to support both office-based work and field/site assignments
• Asset: experience with dam safety, tailings, hydraulic structures or hydro-related infrastructure

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards

• Annual base salary from $147,500 to $180,300 (for British Columbia)
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

• Long-term hiring prospects (not just project-based)
• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Participation in innovation projects
• Custom training and development plans
• A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
• An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness
• Agility and listening: Your ideas are transformed into concrete initiatives