Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development

About the role

Egis is looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer for its Land Development practice in Markham. The team is described as multi-disciplinary and covers everything from commercial plans to urban subdivisions, with expertise in the municipal approvals process and preparation of engineering documents that meet municipal design standards. The role leads projects from concept through construction and acceptance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning, design and delivery of land development, municipal servicing, linear and heavy civil infrastructure projects, including subdivisions, site plans, lot grading, stormwater management, water and sanitary servicing, roadway design, utilities, arterial roads, urban reconstruction, highways, bridges/culverts and water/wastewater conveyance.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams of engineers, technologists and subconsultants to meet municipal, provincial and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical authority in stormwater management, water and sanitary servicing, grading and drainage, roadway design and utility coordination.
• Act as primary contact for developers, municipalities and regulators, and secure approvals by preparing and reviewing technical reports, drawings and submissions for subdivisions, site plans, zoning amendments and environmental approvals.
• Assist with project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, contract administration and change orders.
• Lead construction phase activities such as shop drawing reviews, RFI responses, progress certifications, field inspections and issue resolution.
• Mentor intermediate engineers, technologists and interns.
• Contribute to business development, including proposals, fee structures and client presentations, and attend industry events to strengthen market presence.
• Integrate Low Impact Development, green infrastructure and resilient design, and ensure quality control and constructability of designs.

Required profile

• University degree in Civil Engineering and licensure as a Professional Engineer in Ontario, in good standing.
• 10+ years of design experience on land development projects.
• Experience in, or understanding of, the consulting engineering environment and project management.
• Excellent English communication skills; French is an asset.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a registered, insured vehicle.

Required skills

• AutoCAD and Civil3D.
• Modelling software such as PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD and EPANET.