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Your Opportunity 

 

The Stantec Yukon office has a vibrant and dynamic environment with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Our projects vary in size ranging from small commercial developments to municipal, government, community and private sector developments and facilities. Our multidisciplinary northern office is looking for an energetic Civil / Municipal Engineer to round out our growing practice in Northern Canada.

Whitehorse is the capital of the Yukon and is a remarkably cosmopolitan city of roughly 30,000, filled with well-educated families and professionals. It is the commercial hub for projects and communities across the Yukon and the wilderness is just steps from our downtown office. In Whitehorse northern traditions mix with the everyday lifestyles of modern Canadians from all cultures and backgrounds. The result is a unique sense of place that both welcomes newcomers and embraces new ideas.

Up here work-life balance truly exists. Whether you’re interested in an adventure filled with fishing, skiing, hiking and snowmobiling, or just looking to live in a beautiful, small urban centre, Whitehorse could be the place for you. Build your career AND enjoy your life!

Your Key Responsibilities  As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of municipal and territorial water, sewer, transportation infrastructure, and land development/site servicing projects for clients across the Yukon.  Directing and providing hands-on management of planning and feasibility studies, pre-design and detailed design and contract administration assignments for public and private sector clients. Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the completion of projects under the direction of a project coordinator or project manager. Managing junior staff and multi-disciplined project teams; leading them with the planning and design of territorial highway, municipal road works, municipal infrastructure including sewage lagoons, solid waste facilities, water, wastewater and storm water conveyance and pump stations. Financial management of projects including budget forecasting, resource management, change-order management, and client invoicing.  Developing proposals, budgets and schedules, and on-going business development and liaison with clients. Collaborating with Team Leaders and Project Managers to identify staffing, equipment, and training requirements. Your Capabilities and Credentials   Working knowledge of relevant municipal infrastructure (water, sewer, storm systems), roadway and highway design guides. Experience in the north and with permafrost. A well-developed familiarity with related software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D. Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.   Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven project management experience. Valid driver’s license.

 

Education and Experience   Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution. P.Eng. or eligible for registration as P.Eng. with the Association of Professional Engineers Yukon. Preferred 8 years of related work experience. 

 

Typical office environment working with computers and sitting at a desk. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.  

 

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s’ talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

 

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