Senior Civil - Wet Utilities Engineer - Major Projects

Egis; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Canada is seeking a Senior Civil – Wet Utilities Engineer to lead major municipal and transportation infrastructure projects in Vancouver, BC. The role focuses on water, wastewater, and stormwater design within multidisciplinary teams, from concept through construction, delivering compliant, high‑impact solutions.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in municipal civil engineering, strong technical leadership, and proven client-facing capabilities, with a valid driver’s license and

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering with professional designation preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in municipal civil engineering design or project management.
• Experience in transportation infrastructure design and delivery.
• Experience leading and managing teams of professionals.
• Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Major Projects Canada with civil and utilities design and delivery.
• Oversee team performance to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Lead civil/utilities components from inception to completion (water, storm, sanitary, and related works).
• Provide mentorship and resolve conflicts to maintain efficiency.
• Advance projects from concept to construction while ensuring standards compliance.
• Prepare technical designs, specifications, reports and proposals.
• Build strong client relationships and respond to stakeholder needs.
• Lead RFQ/RFP proposals with innovative, client-focused solutions.
• Manage project budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Oversee schedules and ensure on-time delivery aligned with goals.
• Develop strategies to expand market presence and revenue growth.

Skills

Engineering design

Project management

Leadership

Client relationships

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (Ing. or P.Eng. preferred)

Job description

About Us

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Your future starts here.

Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development.

About the Role

A Senior Civil – Wet Utilities Engineer – Major Projects role focused on the delivery of large‑scale municipal and transportation infrastructure across Vancouver, BC, Canada. The position operates within multidisciplinary major project teams, supporting civil and utilities design, coordination, and delivery from concept through construction.

The role contributes to complex infrastructure programs involving water, wastewater, and stormwater systems, with integration across roadway, drainage, and transportation corridors. Project environments include regulated municipal and public‑sector contexts, requiring compliance with applicable standards, stakeholder coordination, and phased delivery.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in municipal civil engineering with a wet utilities focus, demonstrated leadership across technical teams, and exposure to major capital projects. The position aligns with professionals experienced in design oversight, project execution, and client‑facing technical leadership within the Canadian infrastructure sector.

• Reporting to the Project Manager and Civil, the Civil/Utilities Engineer, will be responsible for supporting the overall success of Major Projects in Canada.
• Oversee team performance to ensure project goals and deadlines are met.
• Lead and manage the civil / utilities components of major projects from inception to completion (this could include but, is not limited to, water main relocation and sizing, storm and sanitary design, as well as supporting other dry utilities and transportation activities such as road rehabilitation/reconstruction and drainage improvements).
• Provide mentorship and resolve conflicts to maintain efficiency and collaboration.
• Advancing projects from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with standards and client needs.
• Prepare technical designs, specifications, reports, and proposals.
• Understand industry trends while building strong client relationships.
• Pursue new business opportunities in municipal infrastructure and public sector projects.
• Lead RFQ and RFP proposals, delivering innovative, client-focused solutions.
• Manage project budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Oversee schedules to ensure on‑time delivery and alignment with goals.
• Develop strategies to expand market presence and boost revenue growth.

What do we need from you

• University degree in Engineering, with an Ing. or P.Eng. designation preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering design, project management, or business development within the municipal sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in transportation infrastructure design and delivery.
• Experience leading and managing teams of professionals.
• Strong analytical, synthesis, and problem‑solving abilities, coupled with a detail‑oriented mindset.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Proven organizational capabilities and a flexible, solution‑driven approach to challenges.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English - French considered and asset.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Familiarity with rail and transit projects, considered an asset.

What's in it for you?

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.