Senior Civil Engineer- Conveyance

GHD; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 83,400 - 129,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Conveyance Engineer to deliver civil design for water supply, storm, sanitary sewer conveyance, storage systems and related infrastructure across Ontario. The ideal candidate will lead design efforts, mentor staff, and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams within a dynamic, client‑focused environment.

This role supports a hybrid work model with three in‑office days and flexible scheduling in GTA offices including Toronto, Mississauga, Markham or Whitby, and can be

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized college or university.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• Minimum 10 years of extensive technical design experience.
• Experience delivering civil design for large multi-discipline projects.
• Experience with Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build procurement.
• Knowledge of local codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Work with Business Group Leaders and Project Managers on civil design for conveyance and infrastructure.
• Lead and coordinate civil design efforts with engineers and designers; mentor staff.
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and adherence to standards.
• Engage in client meetings and address issues while integrating client specifications into the project.
• Adhere to BIM and Quality standards and improve engineering processes.

Skills

Civil design leadership

Project coordination

Team mentorship

Client communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Who we are looking for: A driven, passionate Senior Conveyance Engineer who is looking to be challenged in their career development. The ideal candidate must have strong knowledge of the design of water supply, storm, sanitary sewer conveyance, storage systems and civil design. The Senior Conveyance Engineer will cooperate and work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, regional team leads across Ontario, Canada, North America and GHD’s global network.

We offer an opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic employee‑owned company, in a professional working environment that is quality‑driven and client‑focused. In the problem‑solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change. The workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, 3 days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. This role can be based in any of our GTA offices - Toronto, Mississauga, Markham or Whitby as well as Waterloo office.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Business Group Leaders, Project Managers, Project Directors with a focus on civil design for conveyance and civil infrastructure.
• Lead and coordinate all aspects of the civil design with a team of engineers and/or designers. Provide project design leadership, including mentorship and guidance to Intermediate and Junior staff.
• Collaborate with large and small teams. Communicate with other disciplines (transit, bridges, electrical, geotechnical, etc.), sub‑consultants, municipalities, utility companies, other stakeholders and clients.
• Communicate with other discipline leads, designers, and project team members on a regular basis to ensure delivery of technical scope and effective and timely flow of project information to meet scheduled deadlines. Ensure that project design solutions are delivered to the highest standards and meet program and budgetary constraints.
• Participate in client meetings and address critical issues when required.
• Ensure the client’s requirements including specifications and standards are integrated into the project.
• Adhere to GHD BIM and Quality standards and procedures and implement compliance on the project level.
• Contribute to the analysis of information, the preparation of engineering standards and specifications, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline.
• Analyze information and specify the methods and process steps required to design and continuously improve processes to deliver the end product within specified cost and quality parameters.
• Develop own capabilities by maintaining an in‑depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices.
• Manage relationships with small to large key clients and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (B.Sc.) degree in civil engineering from a recognized college or university.
• A Professional Engineering (P. Eng) license with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) is required.
• Minimum of 10 years’ of extensive technical design experience.
• Demonstrable experience in civil design delivery for larger, multi‑discipline projects.
• Experience working in various procurement environments such as Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build projects.
• Detailed understanding of local Agency (or equivalent) Codes and Standards is required.
• Superior attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Performs complex design tasks on projects with understanding of multidisciplinary environment by collaborating with team members from other disciplines for necessary inputs.
• Good understanding of level of effort required to complete the work to assist with project resourcing/timelines.
• Ability to work in multiple parallel projects and within a team environment.
• Ability to work under and meet tight deadlines.

The salary range for this position is $83,400 - $129,400. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.