Senior Civil Designer

CIMA+; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits from day one

Employee assistance program

RRSP with employer contribution

Employee ownership

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Work/life balance policy

3–5 weeks vacation

Tailored training

Job summary

CIMA+ seeks a highly experienced Senior Civil Designer to lead civil design and drafting for municipal infrastructure, with advanced MicroStation and OpenRoads expertise. You will mentor junior staff and ensure high-quality, constructible drawings across projects from concept through construction.

The role offers a hybrid work model with flexible hours and opportunities to influence sustainable transportation and infrastructure design across multiple municipalities in Ontario.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive civil design experience in municipal infrastructure
• Proven ability to lead design efforts and deliver constructible drawings
• Strong knowledge of municipal standards, codes and best practices
• Excellent attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil design and drafting for municipal projects from concept to construction
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to develop coordinated, efficient designs
• Prepare and review detailed civil drawings, site plans and 3D models using MicroStation/OpenRoads and other tools
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards and project specs; support QA/QC processes
• Provide technical support through planning, permitting, tendering, construction and close-out
• Review submittals, shop drawings and as-built drawings for design alignment
• Mentor junior designers and technologists to foster a high-performing team

Skills

Senior Civil Designer

Mentorship

Education

Diploma or associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.

Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.

At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

CIMA+’s Municipal & Transportation Design team have created a reputation for excellence within the transportation and infrastructure sectors by successfully delivering thousands of projects over the past 30 years. Our talented team of professionals can lead any type of project, regardless of its complexity and scale. The team draws on a reservoir of diverse experience that includes planning, design, inspection, construction management, and infrastructure reconstruction in both rural and urban environments. We take a wholistic approach to municipal transportation infrastructure projects that minimizes the environmental footprint, promotes sustainable growth, and supports resilient communities. Our innovative solutions integrate all modes of transportation, so motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists co-exist safely and travel efficiently. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Civil Designer with advanced MicroStation and OpenRoads expertise to join our growing team. In this senior role, you will lead and deliver complex civil design and drafting activities for a wide range of municipal infrastructure projects, providing technical guidance and mentorship while ensuring high-quality, constructible design solutions.

This position offers a hybrid work model with flexible hours, including two days per week in Mississauga, Downtown Toronto, Bowmanville or Markham (note, the CIMA+ Markham office will be open later this summer) office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil design and drafting efforts for municipal infrastructure projects from concept through detailed design and construction support.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated, efficient, and technically sound design solutions.
• Prepare, review, and oversee detailed civil drawings, site plans, and 3D models using MicroStation and InRoads, with AutoCAD and Revit as required.
• Ensure all design deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, municipal guidelines, and project specifications, supporting quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Provide technical design support throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, permitting, tendering, construction, and close-out phases.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and as-built drawings to confirm alignment with design intent and project requirements.
• Identify and resolve design issues, constructability challenges, and coordination conflicts in a proactive manner.
• Mentor, coach, and provide technical direction to junior designers and technologists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

• Diploma or associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil design for municipal infrastructure projects, with strong experience in water, wastewater, and linear infrastructure.
• Expert-level proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads is required; experience with AutoCAD and Revit is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead design efforts and translate complex engineering concepts into accurate, high-quality, and constructible drawings.
• Strong knowledge of municipal standards, industry codes, and best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem‑solving ability, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with proven experience working in multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don’t meet all the job requirements? The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee‑owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio‑economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenouspeople, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self‑identification form when applying for employment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA’s policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

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