Civil engineer jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 21, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 972
Employers: 236

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $106,937Across 190 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%15 listings
Hybrid: 49%481 listings
On-site: 49%476 listings

Employers hiring include Egis Group (59), WSP in Canada (58), Dillon Consulting Limited (56).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Civil engineer jobs in Canada

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Senior Structural Engineer Hydropower Winnipeg, MB
BBA Consultants
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Full-time
Added 11 days ago
Traffic Operations Engineer
City of Kelowna
Kelowna, BC
Full-time
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Transportation Engineer
City of Edmonton
Edmonton, AB
…future through sustainable transportation. Reporting to a Senior Engineer, you will apply transportation engineering and planning expertise to review complex land development applications -…
Added 10 days ago
Senior Bridge Engineer
Egis Group
Toronto, ON · Kingston, Ontario
$120,000 to $160,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Added 11 days ago
Structural Engineer
ISL Engineering & Landservices
Calgary, AB
You will lead technical design, coordinate with architects, civil and mechanical teams, and mentor the next generation of engineers, all while backed by ISL's five sectors of…
Added 4 months ago
Bridge Engineer
Arup
Toronto, Ontario
Full-time
The Bridge, Civil Structural and Offshore Structures (BCOS) team undertakes exciting and challenging engineering mandates for major bridge and transit projects throughout Canada! Our…
Added 2 months ago
Senior Structural Engineer
AECOM
Halifax, Nova Scotia
$100,000 to $160,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Added 2 months ago
Water Resources Engineer
Klohn Crippen Berger
Vancouver, British Columbia
Full-time
Added 2 months ago
Intermediate Water Resources Engineer
CBCL Limited
Nova Scotia · Halifax, Nova Scotia
Our Water Resources & Climate Change Department has an opportunity for an Intermediate Water Resources Engineer to bring their exp
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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER
LeadingEdge HR Solutions
AB · Alberta, Canada
Full-time
Our client is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer to join their Edmonton team. The role focuses on highways, roads, rehabilitation projects, and transportation infrastructure,…
Added 11 days ago
Lead Structural Engineer, Water/Wastewater
WSP in Canada
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Added 11 days ago
Lead Structural Engineer, Water/Wastewater
WSP in Canada
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Added 11 days ago
Senior Bridge Engineer
Egis in Canada
Grande Prairie, AB
$125,000 to $175,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Senior Bridge Engineer is a senior-level structural engineering position based in Grande Prairie, AB, Canada respon
Added 11 days ago
Senior Bridge Engineer
Egis in Canada
Calgary, AB
$125,000 to $175,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Senior Bridge Engineer is a senior-level structural engineering position based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, respons
Added 11 days ago
Senior Bridge Engineer
Egis in Canada
Edmonton, AB
$125,000 to $175,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Senior Bridge Engineer is a senior-level structural engineering position based in Edmonton, AB, Canada, responsible
Added 5 months ago
Technical Lead, Water Treatment Engineer
AECOM
Burnaby, British Columbia
$170,000 to $240,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Added 5 months ago
Civil Engineer/EIT- can be based in Winnipeg, Halifax, or BC
EFI Global
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Full-time
Added 3 months ago
Structural Engineer (Senior Level)
Kleinschmidt Group
Halifax, NS
$135,000 to $180,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Senior Structural Engineer in either our Ontario or Halifax, Canada offices to manage projects and client relationships, and to perform technical…
Added 5 months ago
Senior HVDC Construction Engineer
Pattern Energy
Canada
Full-time
Added 15 days ago
Construction Engineer
Government of Alberta
Red Deer, AB
Added 15 days ago
Senior Structural Engineer
Mott MacDonald
Toronto, ON
Added 11 days ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer
Salas O'Brien
Woodbridge, ON
Full-time
We are seeking an Intermediate Structural Engineer to join our growing team in Woodbridge, Ontario. In this role, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and delivery of complex heavy…
Added 11 days ago
Water Resources Engineer
Dillon Consulting Limited
Fredericton, NB · Saint John, NB · Halifax, NS
Full-time
Added 2 months ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer - Bridges
Entuitive
Remote, Canada
Full-time · Remote
Entuitive is looking for an Intermediate Engineer to primarily focus on structural design and evaluation of bridges. This role will include aspects of project delivery, production of…
Added 2 months ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer - Bridges
Entuitive
Remote, Canada
Full-time · Remote
Entuitive is looking for an Intermediate Engineer to primarily focus on structural design and evaluation of bridges. This role will include aspects of project delivery, production of…

Kleinschmidt Group

Structural Engineer (Senior Level)

Halifax, NS, B3S 1B4, Canada

Pay: $135,000 to $180,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: With 60 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.
Posting language: English
Posted: Jun 4, 2026

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Original job description

Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Senior Structural Engineer in either our Ontario or Halifax, Canada offices to manage projects and client relationships, and to perform technical design for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resources projects. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allows us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment.

Salary: CAD $135,000 - $180,000 per year (based on experience)

Who You Are

A licensed Professional Engineer with a BS, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (concentration in Structural Engineering) and a minimum of 10 years' experience in structural engineering. Experience with hydroelectric design projects and fisheries related or water resource projects is a plus. Specialty experience within the structural engineering discipline, such as seismic design or finite element modeling, is also a plus.

Knowledgeable: Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to the structural engineering discipline is required. Experience with analysis and design of concrete and steel structures in and around water, coordinating with hydrology/hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical engineers, and structural modeling software (MathCAD, RISA-3D, SAP2000, AutoCAD, Revit). The candidate should have experience working in the field with clients and contractors during planning and construction of projects. The candidate will also possess excellent problem-solving skills, and oral and written communication skills to manage projects and clients. Familiarity with regulatory and permitting processes is a plus.

Project Manager or Technical Lead: The candidate will have experience managing project teams that include junior and senior-level staff, drafters, and project coordinators. The candidate will have the ability to manage or lead multiple projects concurrently. This role may include overall project management and client coordination and/or technical leadership of internal teams across multiple disciplines.

Relationship-Focused: Passion for mentoring junior-level staff. Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design through to construction. Ability to establish long-lasting relationships with clients to assist them in solving complex engineering work, demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering throughout the longevity of the project.

Additional Requirements

Must possess permanent authorization to work in Canada and able to acquire authorization to work in the United States.
Must be willing to travel within Canada and possess a valid driver's license.
Must be willing to travel to the United States for business purposes.

About the Position

This position provides an opportunity to be a part of a team working on the design and management of hydroelectric and fisheries related facilities, incorporating the skills of civil, structural, and hydraulic engineering projects.

Who We Are

At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With 60 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.

Our team thrives on passion and engagement, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Join us and turn your potential into impactful solutions that define the future of our planet.

Our Process

Kleinschmidt strives to provide a great candidate experience. After careful review of resumes, we will notify those we are interested in interviewing. We may ask for more details with an initial screening. Our process normally involves two interviews. The top candidate will then be asked to provide 2-3 references and offered a benefits call, a unique step in our process where we describe our full benefits package. The final step is an offer sent via email.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus Program
Comprehensive benefits package, including extended healthcare, dental, life and AD&D, and weekly indemnity insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP) with matching
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Ownership

Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.

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Responsibilities

Manage projects and client relationships while performing technical design for hydroelectric, fisheries, and water resources projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff from the analysis and design phase through to construction.

Requirements

Requires a licensed Professional Engineer with a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and at least 10 years of experience. Must have expertise in concrete/steel structures in water environments and proficiency in structural modeling software.

Skills

Structural Engineering
Project Management
Concrete Design
Steel Design
Seismic Design
Finite Element Modeling
Technical Leadership
MathCAD
RISA-3D
SAP2000
AutoCAD
Revit
Hydroelectric Design
Water Resources Engineering
Mentoring

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Bonus Program
Extended Healthcare
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Weekly Indemnity Insurance
RRSP
DPSP With Matching
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Ownership

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Keywords

Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Hydroelectric
Fisheries
Water Resources
Seismic Design
Finite Element Modeling
MathCAD
RISA-3D
SAP2000
AutoCAD
Revit
Concrete Structures
Steel Structures
Hydrology
Hydraulic Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Project Management
Professional Engineer License
Regulatory Permitting
Renewable Energy
Consulting
Canada
United States

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