At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative civil engineering projects in the mining sector, focusing on sustainable development.
- Company: Join KCB, a global leader in engineering and environmental consulting.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work, competitive salary, performance bonuses, and wellness initiatives.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities and future generations through your engineering expertise.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering with 10-15 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 105000 - 150000 $ per year.
KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe, we bring together global technical knowledge, local insight, and a shared commitment to solving complex challenges that matter.
Today's challenges demand more than just technical knowledge; they require collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of the communities, industries, and environments that we support. At KCB, our team collaborates across regions and disciplines to bring practical thinking, technical excellence, and diverse perspectives to every project.
We are problem-solvers at heart. Our teams bring passion to complex challenges, integrity to every client relationship, and excellence to the solutions we deliver for communities, industries, and future generations. Guided by our long-term ambition of Globally Connected Excellence and our purpose of Sustaining the Future, we work alongside our clients to deliver lasting solutions that strengthen resilience and benefit future generations.
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you would engage in:
- Applying senior civil engineering judgment to mine tailings and water management projects from study phase through to detailed design and construction-ready deliverables.
- Developing practical design concepts for earthfill dams, spillways, large-scale excavations, and surface water control structures.
- Bringing a strong constructability lens to design development, balancing cost-effective solutions with appropriate understanding of project risk.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (specialist geotechnical, hydrotechnical, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers, hydrogeologists, and geochemists) to advance design concepts into IFC drawings and specifications.
- Providing clear direction and technical input to CAD teams completing Civil 3D modelling and drafting work.
- Supporting construction projects with office support to field engineers, field reviews, and preparing construction summary reports.
- Clearly communicating sound, risk-informed designs and recommendations to project teams and senior technical reviewers.
What We Require:
- A degree in Civil Engineering; a master’s degree is considered an asset.
- 10 to 15 years of civil engineering experience, preferably within mining or related heavy civil environments.
- Eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in Canada.
- Experience taking civil design concepts from study-level assessment through to detailed design.
- Strong understanding of constructability, including field constraints and construction sequencing.
- Experience with earthworks, dams, spillways, large excavations, and mine infrastructure (e.g., geomembrane liners, HDPE pipes).
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D, with the ability to guide design development and collaborate effectively with CAD teams.
- Experience providing construction support.
- Experience in a safety-focused environment with near miss and incident reporting requirements.
In addition to the must-have requirements, you will excel in the role if you have:
- A willingness to mentor others and be mentored.
- An ability to build trust and respect with clients, colleagues, construction teams, and industry partners.
- A flexible mindset with a focus on seeking solutions rather than focusing on problems.
The salary for this position is $105,000 to $150,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.
Along with continued career development, KCB offers:
- Hybrid work opportunities
- Annual performance and salary review
- PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts
- Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
- Paid OT, and wellness days
- Flexible benefits, including RSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
- Commitment to global ESG standards
We are a global organization committed to employment equity. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.
To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.
Senior Civil Engineer in Vancouver employer: Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.
Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, allowing Lead Structural Engineers to thrive in their careers while contributing to impactful projects in the dams and water infrastructure sector. With a strong emphasis on employee growth through mentorship and professional development opportunities, KCB also offers the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements, making it an attractive workplace for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic environment.
