Job Description

Water & Wastewater Lead – Civil Engineering
Location: Vancouver, BC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $125,000–$150,000 + Share Ownership Opportunity
 
Our client is a well-established, multidisciplinary consulting firm with a long-standing presence in Western Canada. With a team of over 350 professionals, they deliver a wide range of services including civil engineering, environmental consulting, urban planning, and surveying across BC, Alberta, and Ontario. Known for fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented workplace, they are committed to sustainable infrastructure and community development.
 
They are currently seeking an experienced Water & Wastewater Lead to join their growing Vancouver-based team. This is a leadership role responsible for overseeing complex water and wastewater projects from concept to completion while also mentoring staff, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of municipal and private water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage full project lifecycles including permitting, procurement, construction support, and commissioning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring expectations are met and relationships are strengthened.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary internal teams and coordinate with external stakeholders including regulatory authorities.
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, scopes of work, and schedules.
• Ensure all designs and deliverables comply with applicable regulations and standards.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and intermediate team members.
• Identify and manage risks, proactively addressing issues to keep projects on track.
• Support sustainability initiatives and incorporate resiliency into infrastructure planning.
• Oversee budget tracking, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Contribute to the company’s growth by participating in proposal writing, client meetings, and industry networking events.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia or eligible for transfer.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering with 3+ years in a leadership or project management role.
• Technical experience with pump stations, treatment facilities, pipelines, and related municipal infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and permitting processes, as well as relevant standards (AWWA, WEF, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management abilities.
• Familiarity with engineering and project management software.
• Valid driver’s license and flexibility to visit job sites or attend client meetings as required.

Compensation & Perks:

• Competitive salary in the range of $125,000 to $150,000.
• Share ownership opportunity following a successful probation period.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Health & fitness allowance.
• Education and professional development support.
• Group RRSP with employer matching.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive team environment.
• Career growth opportunities and regular team-building events.