Senior Civil Engineer, Water Infrastructure

Stantec; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Boise, Idaho. This role includes leading the civil team on water treatment projects, mentoring junior staff, and managing civil design documentation. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least 6 years of experience in civil design projects. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development, along with a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in civil or land development design projects.
• Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
• Ability to coordinate with design team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the local civil team and mentor junior staff.
• Support project team in developing civil design documentation.
• Prepare documentation for stormwater permitting.
• Attend project coordination meetings.
• Coordinate within a multi-discipline team.
• Attend project coordination meetings with internal or external teams.
• Coordinate with multi‑discipline team and maintain effective communication.
• Review shop drawings and submittals; respond to RFIs; prepare site observation reports.

Skills

Self-starter with diligent work ethic

Effective communication skills

Ability to visualize three-dimensional concepts

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Willingness to learn relevant software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Advanced degree (desirable)

Registration as a Professional Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

StormCAD

WaterCAD

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Stantec

Your Opportunity

At Stantec, we bring technology‑forward solutions to water challenges. We are seeking an experienced, versatile civil engineer with design and construction experience in stormwater, potable water, irrigation, sanitary sewer design, plant site, and other water/sewer conveyance elements. This role will serve as the civil lead on local and regional water treatment, wastewater treatment, and conveyance projects across Idaho and the Mountain West Region, supporting critical client infrastructure improvement projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead our local civil team
• Mentor junior staff
• Support project team in development of civil design documentation, plans, specifications, and reports for project design elements.
• Prepare documentation required for stormwater permitting through local jurisdictions.
• Perform quality reviews for documents in various project phases including construction plans, reviewing agency submittal packages, and engineering calculation reports.
• Assist in preparing engineering calculation reports including stormwater, potable water, and sanitary sewer designs.
• Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
• Coordinate and keep consistent communication within a multi‑discipline team.
• Assist in the review of shop drawings and submittals, respond to requests for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other construction administration tasks related to the civil design component of the project.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of civil systems and materials.
• Participate in value engineering and basic cost estimating.
• Perform calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Self‑starter with diligent work ethic and strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate in project team settings and engage in creative and critical thought
• Ability to visualize three‑dimensional concepts and layouts from diagrams or drawings
• Initiative on tasks and coordination with design team members
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and willingness to learn relevant software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, ADLCPR, StormCAD, WaterCAD, etc.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering; advanced degree desirable
• Registration as a Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain registration within 6 months required
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in civil or land development design projects; typical office environment with computer work; field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus‑eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (≥20 hours/week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health‑saving and flexible‑spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, paid family leave, ten paid holidays, 10–20 days of accrued vacation, and paid sick leave. Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k), employee stock purchase program, and paid leave in accordance with state and local law. Benefits may not apply to union positions governed by collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

United States | ID | Boise

Organization

BC‑2243 Water‑US Delivery

Employee Status

Regular

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

18/06/2025 10:06:30

Req ID

REQ250000TB

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.