At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver innovative civil engineering solutions for essential municipal infrastructure.
- Company: Join WSP, a top Canadian employer shaping communities with global expertise.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with limitless growth opportunities and a vibrant community culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in building resilient communities while enjoying outdoor adventures in Smithers, BC.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 89800 - 118900 $ per year.
What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory, and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.
The Opportunity — Build the Future With Us
WSP is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer (Municipal & Land Development) to join our growing Infrastructure team in Smithers, BC. From designing safer water systems to shaping resilient northern communities, your work will support essential municipal infrastructure across northwest British Columbia. This is your chance to apply your technical expertise where it matters most—strengthening communities through smart, sustainable civil engineering.
Why Smithers BC? Smithers has a great deal to offer from outdoor recreation to a strong community with a vibrant art and culture scene. A wide variety of outdoor sports and activities exist outside your doorstep from Nordic, downhill, and backcountry skiing and snowmobiling in the winter to mountain biking, paddling, fishing, and hunting in the summer. The small-town family friendly culture includes festivals, farmers’ market and a vibrant arts and music scene. When it comes to a work life balance Smithers is the place to be.
Your Impact:
- Design and deliver civil engineering solutions for water, wastewater, stormwater, and municipal road projects.
- Lead preliminary and detailed design of linear infrastructure, including watermains, sanitary and storm sewers, pump stations, chambers, and related civil works.
- Manage projects from concept through construction, including schedules, budgets, deliverables, and risk mitigation.
- Conduct construction services such as field reviews, progress reporting, and contract administration.
- Prepare proposals, technical reports, and design documentation that clearly communicate engineering intent.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists across WSP to deliver integrated project outcomes.
- Build lasting relationships with public‑sector clients and local partners throughout northwest BC.
The Skills That Set You Apart:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure, land development, or water/wastewater systems design.
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia—or eligible for registration.
- Proven experience preparing construction contract documents and supporting contract administration.
- Demonstrated success managing client relationships and contributing to proposals or technical reports.
- Proficiency with civil design tools such as Civil 3D or similar software.
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors, and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours. Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
Compensation:
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900
- MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
- NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $81,100 – $107,700
Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future? Your next chapter starts here. Join us and help create resilient, sustainable communities across northwest BC—one project at a time.
Civil Engineer, Municipal Engineering & Land Development in Smithers employer: WSP Global Inc.
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