Civil Engineer I

Requisition ID: 45997 

Organization

Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.

With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose & Function 
The Civil Engineer I in the Sewers Design Branch provides engineering design, project management, contract management, and inspection services during the design and construction of sewer infrastructure projects, establishes sewers requirements for development proposals, and investigates sewer system and drainage problems. 

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Completes cost effective storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure design for construction by City or private crews 
• Provides project management of sewer and multi-disciplinary (sewer, water, streets) capital projects 
• Performs field reviews on  sewer assets to ensure compliance with sewer standards
• Reviews designs and/or tender documents for storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure capital designs 
• Schedules sewer capital projects in consultation with Sewer Operations staff
• Reviews CCTV inspection reports of sewer infrastructure 
• Prepares letters and media information related to sewer construction works
• Completes post construction evaluation of project closing task
• Investigates storm events and flooding locations and liaises with Sewer Operations, Risk Management and the public 
• Completes rezoning and development application reviews for sewer infrastructure requirements
• Provides direction to sewer staff for separating private property plumbing system and correcting improper plumbing connections
• Communicates and liaises with outside agencies, public, internal branches to discuss sewer system operation 
• Other duties/responsibility as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an Engineer-In-Training or Professional Engineer designation and minimum 0-2 years of related experience in municipal civil infrastructure design, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience (new graduates and EITs are encouraged to apply)
• Registration or eligibility for registration as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or a Professional Engineer (PEng) in British Columbia. 

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of engineering principles related to hydraulics, hydrology and rainwater management 
• Knowledge of Organizational Quality Management processes and frameworks
• Strong interpersonal, written communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and report writing 
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands 
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills 
• Demonstrated ability in utility design, construction and project management
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact
• Proficient in the use of computer design and modelling software such as PCSWMM, ArcGIS and AutoCAD

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: July, 2026 

Position End Date: July, 2027 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $102,960 to $128,691 per annum (PEng)/ Pay Grade RNG-060: $80,008 to $100,006 per annum (EIT)

Application Close: June 9, 2026

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).More about unceded traditional territories

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