Senior Civil Engineering Technologist

Westbank First Nation; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive First Nation government in Canada seeks a Senior Civil Engineering Technologist. The successful candidate will lead technical reviews and manage infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with internal laws and best practices. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in civil engineering, along with strong leadership and accountability skills. A competitive compensation package and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation

Extended Health Care including Vision

Municipal Pension Plan membership

Access to Big White Season Passes

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in civil engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in land development, construction and municipal infrastructure.
• Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams and contractors.
• Ensure technical reviews adhere to WFN laws and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Guidance

Project Management

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field

Professional technical accreditation

Job description

WFN fosters a workplace environment that is diverse, inclusive, collaborative, healthy, and reflective of Syilx values and culture.

Senior Civil Engineering Technologist

Full Time

Who We Are
Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.

Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.

About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, the Senior Civil Engineering Technologist is responsible for providing clear direction, overseeing technical reviews, and reporting related to development applications and infrastructure projects ensuring they conform to WFN laws, policies and best practices. This position requires strong leadership, decision-making skills, and accountability.

Want to know more? You will..

• Provides leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to the engineering team, fostering professional development and team growth
• Acts as a key liaison between internal teams, external contractors, consultants, and government agencies to facilitate seamless project delivery
• Provides high-level technical input and makes informed decisions regarding design methodologies, construction techniques, and material selection
• Champions best practices in project management, risk mitigation, and sustainable engineering solutions to enhance overall project performance
• Provides technical reviews of development applications and other projects ensuring submissions are designed according to WFNs laws, policies, industry best practices and long-term strategic goals

Must Haves:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field with professional technical accreditation
• Certification or registration as a Civil Engineering Technologist with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in civil engineering with demonstrated experience in land development, construction and municipal infrastructure
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory role

Perks of Working at WFN:

• Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
• Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
• Municipal Pension Plan membership
• Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development

The median salary for this position is $88,037

Application Details:
To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website athttps://www.wfn.ca.

All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.

This opportunity will close at midnight on Sunday, September 7^th, 2025