At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design and construction of innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Company: 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm with a diverse and collaborative team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, flexible work schedules, and excellent health benefits.
- Other info: Join a supportive culture that values diversity and offers career coaching.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable infrastructure while growing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 106000 - 122000 $ per year.
We are seeking a technically strong and detail-oriented Intermediate Design and Construction Engineer to join our Facilities sector to contribute to a range of design and construction infrastructure projects involving trunk sewer systems, pump stations, forcemains, and sewer and water system and facilities. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer with +5 years of experience who is passionate about solving real-world problems and delivering thoughtful, sustainable solutions for municipal, First Nations, and private clients. The target location for the position is Victoria BC, however alternate KWL offices may be considered.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and contribute to the design and construction of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure, including pump stations, sanitary and storm sewers, forcemains, water mains, reservoirs, and PRV stations.
- Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs for public, First Nations, and private sector clients, including calculations, specifications, and tender packages.
- Serve as Engineer-of-Record on projects appropriate to your experience and area of practice.
- Deliver site-based services, including construction inspection, contract administration, and coordination with contractors and regulatory bodies.
- Conduct infrastructure condition assessments and technical investigations for water and wastewater systems.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects with environmental, geotechnical, and permitting constraints.
- Work with CAD team members on design drawing development.
- Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and project documentation.
- Interface with clients and stakeholders during planning, design, and construction phases.
- Provide mentorship to junior team members and support quality control throughout project delivery.
What You’ll Bring
- A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
- A licensed Professional Engineer in Canada with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience after graduation.
- Experience in water/wastewater infrastructure design, with experience in pump stations, forcemains, water systems, or municipal facilities including the preparation of drawings, technical specifications, and compiling construction contracts.
- Experience during construction including serving as Contract Administrator and/or Engineer-of-Record.
- Strong technical writing, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- A desire to develop a broad engineering skill set and work across traditional discipline boundaries.
- Previous municipal infrastructure design experience is required.
- Previous project management and project coordination experience is required.
- You see the big picture, but also see the “nuts and bolts”.
- You are interested in building infrastructure.
- You have experience in consulting engineering and/or an interest in developing a consulting engineering career in municipal design utilizing various project delivery methods.
- A valid driver’s license (in good standing) is mandatory.
- Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus.
- An opportunity for share ownership on meeting the eligibility criteria.
- Excellent benefits, including extended health, dental, vision and health care spending account.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support for all employees and their family members via phone or online.
- Group Savings Matching Plan (GRSP/TFSA).
- Ability to create your own work schedule and flexibility for your workday.
- Relocation support, if applicable and the ability to work from any of our 5 offices.
- Career Coaching program and continuous support for professional development and growth.
- An employee-centric culture that includes sport participation, various team memberships, and team building activities.
- Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team.
- And more.
KWL values diversity and equity within our teams and provides equality of treatment and opportunity to all employees and applicants. We are committed to encouraging applications regardless of age, race, colour, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recruitment selection will be based on the applicant’s possession of experience, essential skills, knowledge, and capability required to perform the job. Only those selected will be contacted.
We acknowledge that our head office is located on the unceded traditional territory of the x ʷ m əθ k ʷə y ̓ə m (Musqueam), S ḵ wx ̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), and s ə lilw ə ta ɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are grateful for the opportunity to work from this land.
Intermediate Design & Construction Engineer – Hybrid in Victoria employer: KWL
KWL is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for Intermediate Engineers to thrive. Located in the picturesque city of Victoria, BC, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through mentorship and hands-on project leadership. With a focus on sustainable community solutions, KWL offers meaningful work that directly impacts local infrastructure and enhances the quality of life for residents.