Intermediate or Senior Engineer/Project Manager (Hybrid)

We are looking for an innovative and accountable Intermediate or Senior Engineer/Project Manager with a passion for delivering the right solution to serve each client’s unique needs. You are an expert in your field take pride in your work and build trust with knowledge, humility and by following through on your commitments to your clients, partners, and colleagues. In addition, you want to be part of a company culture that focuses on effectively growing your personal and professional talents.

The Company

We are a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm, but we are also more than that. Our diverse crew includes engineers, technologists, biologists, agrologists, planners, scientists, and more. We began in 1975 and work together in an environment that empowers us to think differently about real-world problems. We want to work with those who, like us, take pride in creating innovative solutions that push the boundaries of conventional practices.

In addition, we seek opportunities for continuous improvement in our work and support those who have a passion for excellence. At KWL, we care about each other and strive to create a fun, open and engaging environment that leverages our individual strengths and encourages vibrant discussion.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and deliver municipal and Indigenous community infrastructure planning, design, and construction projects
• Work in and lead multi-disciplinary project teams on a diverse range of engineering and planning projects
• Supervise junior staff delivering infrastructure projects for public and private sector clients
• Support business and client relationship development
• Prepare proposals for competitive and non-competitive project opportunities
• Develop community engagement materials and facilitate project workshops Prepare detailed design calculations and work with CAD team members on design drawing development
• Write technical reports for community planning and infrastructure assessments and design
• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications
• Prepare construction bid documents
• Administer construction contracts; familiarity with CCDC and MMCD considered an asset
• Supervise construction inspections including quality control and assurance.

What You’ll Bring

• A positive and motivated personality!
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental or a related engineering field
• 8+ years of experience working in an engineering role
• Consulting experience required; land development and subdivision design experience considered an asset
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in B.C. or eligible for immediate registration
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Understanding of Indigenous Services Canada funding processes considered an asset
• Indigenous Cultural Safety Training and demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities considered an asset
• A desire to learn new skills and an eagerness to grow within your role
• A valid driver’s license (in good standing) is mandatory
• Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.
• Must be willing to travel to community for extended periods of time to complete client meetings, field work and limited construction field reviews

What We Offer

• A hybrid work environment
• Remote work options available
• Competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus
• An opportunity for share ownership upon meeting the eligibility criteria
• Excellent benefits, including extended health, dental, vision and health care spending account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support for all employees and their family members via phone or online
• Group Savings Matching Plan (GRSP/TFSA)
• Annual Health & Wellness Allowance
• Ability to create your own work schedule and flexibility for your workday
• Relocation support, if applicable and the ability to work from any of our 5 offices
• Career Coaching program and continuous support for professional development and growth
• An employee-centric culture that includes sport participation, various team memberships, and team building activities
• Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team
• And more

Wage Range

• $122,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year, wage dependent on years of experience

KWL values diversity and equity within our teams and provides equality of treatment and opportunity to all employees and applicants. We are committed to encouraging applications regardless of age, race, colour, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and marital status. Recruitment selection will be based on the applicant’s possession of experience, essential skills, knowledge, and capability required to perform the job. Only those selected will be contacted.

We acknowledge that our head office is located on the unceded traditional territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are grateful for the opportunity to work from this land.