Senior Municipal Infrastructure Engineer

Request ID: 180527

Seniority Level: Senior

Origin District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) is seeking a Senior Municipal Infrastructure Engineer in the field of urban and transportation infrastructure.

Senior Municipal Infrastructure Engineers contribute to the design and optimization of the Quebec City Tramway project's infrastructure in close collaboration with other disciplines and construction teams. Roles may cover various phases, from preliminary design to construction phase support.

The Quebec City Tramway project, implemented through a design-build approach, represents a major initiative in transportation infrastructure, at the heart of Quebec City. To guide the realization of this project, Kiewit is seeking qualified professionals willing to apply their expertise to the civil engineering works of this large-scale project. Selected individuals will have the opportunity to play a central role in the development and implementation of this unique project in Canada, contributing to the development and construction of essential infrastructure for sustainable urban mobility within a particularly motivating environment.

Joining the Quebec City Tramway project at Kiewit means participating in a structuring project for the community, with a team recognized for its technical expertise in design-build, collaborative approach, and commitment to health, safety, and excellence.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering, a division of Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc., is a well-established leader in the field of engineering consulting, offering comprehensive services to the essential infrastructure and engineering markets in North America for Kiewit. Our team, consisting of over 1300 engineering experts, specializes in various sectors such as transportation infrastructure, electricity, water, wastewater management, mining, as well as the oil, gas, and chemical industries. With a 140-year history in construction, we ensure constructibility-focused, safe, and efficient solutions at every stage of projects.

Our infrastructure design department is growing and incorporates several key disciplines, including structural, geotechnical, drainage, traffic management, municipal networks, and roadway. We take pride in providing innovative technical solutions that support project success while meeting client expectations and reinforcing Kiewit's recognized excellence. Kiewit emphasizes the health and well-being of its employees by offering a stimulating work environment, favorable conditions, and career advancement opportunities in an inclusive and respectful setting. You will benefit from continuous professional development support through structured training and mentoring programs.

Location

The position is located at our offices in Quebec City or Laval, with full-time hours allowing for a balance between professional commitment and personal life. The position may be eligible for remote work depending on the candidate's experience and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Plan workload and lead the activities of the engineering and technical team assigned to projects.
• Mentor and support team members in their professional development, fostering knowledge transfer and best practices.
• Actively contribute to the production of technical deliverables, including study reports, estimates, plans, and construction phase tracking.
• Organize and lead coordination meetings, both internally and with clients, ensuring clear and structured communication.
• Serve as a technical reference for the team and intervene in the resolution of complex issues.
• Establish performance indicators to track deliverable progress and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Anticipate technical and organizational risks and propose appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Foster a collaborative climate and mobilize the team around project objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering in a relevant discipline.
• More than 10 years of experience in the preparation of municipal infrastructure plans.
• Member of the Quebec Order of Engineers (OIQ), being a member of another Canadian professional order is an asset.
• Experience in design or design-build project management is preferred.
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French, with the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization and support project efforts.
• Must have strong knowledge in hydraulics and proficiency in the PCSWMM software.
• Must have basic knowledge in roadway modeling and be familiar with Civil 3D and/or OpenRoad Designer software.
• Dynamic leader capable of collaborating with different teams.
• The position is based in Quebec and may require occasional travel to sites and attendance at meetings across North America, as needed for projects.
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written). Functional knowledge of English (written and verbal) is considered an asset since mobility and collaboration between Canadian provinces is required. Training can be provided as needed.
• Experience with AI agents and tools is considered an asset.
• Working Conditions

*We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive social benefits package that ranks among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental, and vision care for eligible employees and dependents, wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plans with employer contributions, and generous paid time off.* *We subscribe to the principle of equal access to employment without discrimination and respect all human rights laws in the provinces where we operate.