Municipal Engineer / Engineer-in-Training

At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering and environmental consulting firm with an exciting opportunity for a Municipal Engineer / Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our Municipal Department in either our Halifax, Nova Scotia or Ottawa, Ontario office.

Bring your enthusiasm and skills to a collaborative team that thrives on delivering innovative, multidisciplinary solutions that enhance the infrastructure connecting and supporting our communities. You’ll play a pivotal role advancing projects involving water transmission and distribution, wastewater collection and pump hydraulics, stormwater management, and contract administration.

All experience levels are encouraged to apply! Whether you're just starting your career or you’re a seasoned professional, this is an opportunity to be part of exciting projects and grow alongside a team of skilled engineers and technologists dedicated to making a positive impact.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Help Shape the Future of Municipal Infrastructure: Contribute to the design and planning of civil infrastructure projects, including water distribution, wastewater collection and pumping, sanitary sewer systems, and stormwater management facilities;
• Craft with Precision: Assist in developing detailed design drawings and technical documentation using AutoCAD and Civil 3D;
• Collaborate and Innovate: Work alongside senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to refine design concepts, perform engineering calculations, and ensure project specifications meet client needs and regulatory standards;
• Engage On-Site: Participate in site visits and fieldwork, collecting essential data for infrastructure investigations, observing construction activities, and supporting resident observation duties; and
• Support Project Success: Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and tender documents.
  
  

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Educational and Professional Credentials: A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required, with registration or eligibility for registration with the appropriate Canadian provincial engineering association;
• Experience: This opportunity is open to candidates at all stages of their careers—from recent graduates to seasoned professionals. We’re particularly interested in individuals with experience in water distribution, pump hydraulics, water distribution modelling, or water conveyance engineering. While not required, experience in a consulting environment, especially on civil or municipal infrastructure projects, is a valuable asset;
• Technical/Design Experience: Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfraWorks, WaterCAD, and ArcMap;
• Collaborative Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey technical information and collaborate with project stakeholders;
• Organized and Detail-Oriented: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, maintain attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented environment; and
• Team Player: A collaborative mindset and a passion for contributing to a positive team environment.
  
  

You are welcome to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• DBPlus Pension Plan with employer contributions
• Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy
  
  

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance, including hybrid options;
• Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa;
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills;
  
  

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.