Senior Civil Engineer - (Industrial, Energy & Infrastructure)

Ausenco; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Parental leave benefits

Health & wellness benefits

Accessible leadership

Job summary

Ausenco in Burnaby (Canada) is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to lead civil engineering functions for industrial and mining projects. You will manage design from concept through construction, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support public and private sector clients in urban and remote areas.

The role emphasizes project management, technical leadership, and mentoring, with a focus on delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• P.Eng. designation with Engineers and Geoscientists BC/ON eligible or registered.
• 8–15 years of progressive civil engineering experience, including project management.
• Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Provide civil design solutions for industrial and mining projects.
• Prepare cost-effective designs from concept to construction in line with local codes.
• Perform site visits, inspections, and prepare reports for water, wastewater, and drainage systems.
• Serve as technical authority for civil components of feasibility studies and designs.
• Lead tender documentation, specifications, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with structural, geotechnical, environmental teams and architects.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to BD efforts.

Skills

Civil design

Project management

Multidisciplinary coordination

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Water systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. designation (BC/ON)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Pipe-Flo

Caesar II

Job description

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Canada is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Infrastructure Engineering business line in the Burnaby or Burlington office. We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Civil Engineer to lead and oversee the civil engineering functions of our organization. This senior-level position requires a highly skilled professional with expertise in civil engineering design, project management, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering excellence on complex infrastructure projects, supporting public and private sector clients in urban and remote areas.

About the Role

• Provide engineering design solutions for industrial and mining projects
• Prepare cost effective civil and site utility designs from conceptual design through to detail design, tender and construction in accordance with local codes and standards for industrial & mining projects.
• Perform site visits, inspections, preparation of reports, functional and detailed design relating to water and wastewater distribution and collection system, storm water management facilities, grading and bulk earthworks, parking lots and roads, sanitary pump stations, fire protection systems

• Serve as the technical authority for civil engineering components of feasibility studies, detailed designs, and construction projects.
• Lead the preparation of construction tender documents, specifications, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including structural engineers, mechanical engineers, geotechnical engineers, surveyors, environmental consultants, and architects, ensuring seamless collaboration.
• Manage the integration of environmental, geotechnical, topographic, and landscape architecture considerations into civil engineering projects.
• Guide projects from inception through construction, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency.
• Drive business development efforts by networking as well as contributing to proposals and presentations to clients.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (B.A.Sc. or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Professional Registration: P.Eng. designation and membership with Engineers and Geoscientists BC or ON (or eligibility for registration). Professional Engineering accreditation in the US would be an asset.
• 8-15 years progressive civil engineering experience, including project management.
• Good, strong written and spoken English language communication skills
• Demonstrable expertise in water supply and distribution systems, stormwater drainage, sanitary sewer systems, large-scale earthworks, and infrastructure design.
• Extensive background working on water and utilities infrastructure projects.
• Good mix of work experience in municipal settings (with municipal roads, sewers, watermains ) and industrial settings – ideally including port facilities and mines
• Proficiency in preparing detailed designs, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering design tools, software, and best practices; a good understanding of AutoCAD and Civil 3D; familiarity with Pipe-Flo and Caesar II
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interactions.
• Experience with public infrastructure, including transit, reservoirs, and pumping stations.
• Experience with seismic evaluations, pump station designs, and large-diameter water main design, construction and installations is an asset.
• Familiarity with Metro Vancouver and similar municipal/regional jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, environmental compliance, and safety standards.
• Strong proficiency in preparing reports, technical memos and specifications
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Proven ability to manage projects in both urban and remote/rural environments.
• Involvement in multidisciplinary projects that integrate environmental and landscape considerations.
• Exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice will be an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $130,000-$155,000

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.

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