Job Description
What if you could redefine what's possible?
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory, and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.
The Opportunity - Build the Future With Us
WSP is seeking an experienced
Civil Engineer (Municipal & Land Development) to join our growing Infrastructure team in
Terrace, BC.
From designing safer water systems to shaping resilient northern communities, your work will support essential municipal infrastructure across northwest British Columbia. This is your chance to apply your technical expertise where it matters most - strengthening communities through smart, sustainable civil engineering.
Why choose Terrace?
Terrace has a great deal to offer you both recreationally and professionally. Terrace is the undeniable heart of Northwest British Columbia, a thriving and resource rich region. Residents enjoy access to world-class hiking and mountain biking trails that ring the city. Nearby Shames Mountain offers alpine skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts one of the deepest snowpacks in Canada, while cross country skiers find their bliss at the Onion Lake Snow Valley Nordic Ski Club. Many rivers and lakes surround this vibrant community offering boundless fishing, swimming, and skating opportunities, everything being close and easily accessible, all without long lines or high costs. When it comes to work life balance, affordability, and opportunity, Terrace is your place to thrive.
Your Impact
- Design and deliver civil engineering solutions for water, wastewater, stormwater, and municipal road projects.
- Lead preliminary and detailed design of linear infrastructure, including watermains, sanitary and storm sewers, pump stations, chambers, and related civil works.
- Manage projects from concept through construction, including schedules, budgets, deliverables, and risk mitigation.
- Conduct construction services such as field reviews, progress reporting, and contract administration.
- Prepare proposals, technical reports, and design documentation that clearly communicate engineering intent.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists across WSP to deliver integrated project outcomes.
- Build lasting relationships with public‑sector clients and local partners throughout northwest BC.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in municipal infrastructure, land development, or water/wastewater systems design.
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia - or eligible for registration.
- Proven experience preparing construction contract documents and supporting contract administration.
- Demonstrated success managing client relationships and contributing to proposals or technical reports.
- Proficiency with civil design tools such as Civil 3D or similar software.
Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors, and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900
MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $81,100 – $107,700
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?
Your next chapter starts here. Join us and help create resilient, sustainable communities across northwest BC - one project at a time.
About Us
At
WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At
WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .