- Reporting to the Team Lead, the Structural Project Engineer is responsible for technical leadership as well as oversight and production of Engineering deliverables for internal and external customers. Engineering deliverables include feasibility and conceptual assessments, design scope of work documents, detailed designs, necessary calculations and analysis, design reviews, construction support documents such as Field Instructions and inspection reports, aReporting to the Team Lead, the Structural Project Engineer is responsible for technical leadership as well as oversight and production of Engineering deliverables for internal and external customers. Engineering deliverables include feasibility and conceptual assessments, design scope of work documents, detailed designs, necessary calculations and analysis, design reviews, construction support documents such as Field Instructions and inspection reports, a
- Our client in Thunder Bay is looking for a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their construction team across heavy civil projects. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a passion for construction, a strong foundation in project coordination, and the desire to build a long-term career in the field. AdvantagesThis is a full-time, permanent position that offers internal career growth and development. Responsibilities◾Analyze construction pOur client in Thunder Bay is looking for a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their construction team across heavy civil projects. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a passion for construction, a strong foundation in project coordination, and the desire to build a long-term career in the field. AdvantagesThis is a full-time, permanent position that offers internal career growth and development. Responsibilities◾Analyze construction p
- Our client in Thunder Bay is looking for a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their construction team across heavy civil projects. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a passion for construction, a strong foundation in project coordination, and the desire to build a long-term career in the field. AdvantagesThis is a full-time, permanent position that offers internal career growth and development. Responsibilities◾Analyze construction pOur client in Thunder Bay is looking for a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their construction team across heavy civil projects. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a passion for construction, a strong foundation in project coordination, and the desire to build a long-term career in the field. AdvantagesThis is a full-time, permanent position that offers internal career growth and development. Responsibilities◾Analyze construction p
- Our client in Thunder Bay is looking for a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their construction team across heavy civil projects. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a passion for construction, a strong foundation in project coordination, and the desire to build a long-term career in the field. AdvantagesThis is a full-time, permanent position that offers internal career growth and development. Responsibilities◾Analyze construction pOur client in Thunder Bay is looking for a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their construction team across heavy civil projects. This full-time position is ideal for someone with a passion for construction, a strong foundation in project coordination, and the desire to build a long-term career in the field. AdvantagesThis is a full-time, permanent position that offers internal career growth and development. Responsibilities◾Analyze construction p
- Our client in Kitchener has partnered with Randstad Engineering in their search for a Project Manager to join their growing Site Development team! In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, execution and delivery of Site development projects, ensuring the project is within budget and on schedule, and client management.AdvantagesThis is a permanent opportunity with a Multidisciplinerary Engineering Firm that is focused on positive working relatOur client in Kitchener has partnered with Randstad Engineering in their search for a Project Manager to join their growing Site Development team! In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, execution and delivery of Site development projects, ensuring the project is within budget and on schedule, and client management.AdvantagesThis is a permanent opportunity with a Multidisciplinerary Engineering Firm that is focused on positive working relat
- Our client in Kitchener has partnered with Randstad Engineering in their search for a Project Manager to join their growing Land Development team! In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, execution and delivery of land development projects, ensuring the project is within budget and on schedule, and client management.AdvantagesThis is a permanent opportunity with a Multidisciplinerary Engineering Firm that is focused on positive working relatOur client in Kitchener has partnered with Randstad Engineering in their search for a Project Manager to join their growing Land Development team! In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, execution and delivery of land development projects, ensuring the project is within budget and on schedule, and client management.AdvantagesThis is a permanent opportunity with a Multidisciplinerary Engineering Firm that is focused on positive working relat
- Randstad is excited to partner with a leading Engineering Firm in their search for a Municipal Design Engineer in bURLINGTON, LONDON, OR KITCHENER. The Municipal Design Engineer will work to complete design calculations based on engineering principles for various municipal development projects. Some examples of projects include the design of municipal corridors, watermains, center line alignments, roadways, Hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure flood plaiRandstad is excited to partner with a leading Engineering Firm in their search for a Municipal Design Engineer in bURLINGTON, LONDON, OR KITCHENER. The Municipal Design Engineer will work to complete design calculations based on engineering principles for various municipal development projects. Some examples of projects include the design of municipal corridors, watermains, center line alignments, roadways, Hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure flood plai
- Our client, a leader in the pipeline rehabilitation sector, is looking for a an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead infrastructure projects across municipal and industrial sectors. This role involves managing all aspects of project delivery, including planning, scheduling, coordination with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and budgetary standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in drivinOur client, a leader in the pipeline rehabilitation sector, is looking for a an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead infrastructure projects across municipal and industrial sectors. This role involves managing all aspects of project delivery, including planning, scheduling, coordination with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and budgetary standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in drivin
- Are you looking for a position that combines professional challenge, meaningful impact, and a respectful work environment?Do you want to put your civil estimating expertise to work on large-scale projects that make a real difference in communities?If so, this opportunity could be a game-changer for your career.Position: Civil EstimatorSchedule: Day shift based in Laval, with occasional travel to construction sites in Northern QuebecLocation: Laval & NortheAre you looking for a position that combines professional challenge, meaningful impact, and a respectful work environment?Do you want to put your civil estimating expertise to work on large-scale projects that make a real difference in communities?If so, this opportunity could be a game-changer for your career.Position: Civil EstimatorSchedule: Day shift based in Laval, with occasional travel to construction sites in Northern QuebecLocation: Laval & Northe
- Ready to make a difference? Join our client as Construction Officer! Your mission: ensure safety, quality, and timeliness, all while staying within budget. Be the driving force behind our success! 🚀General Description• The Construction Officer Level 3 acts as construction site coordinator and inspector on multiple or large civil, electrical, and/or mechanical projects to ensure the work, materials, progress, and cost meet BC Hydro expectations.AdvantageReady to make a difference? Join our client as Construction Officer! Your mission: ensure safety, quality, and timeliness, all while staying within budget. Be the driving force behind our success! 🚀General Description• The Construction Officer Level 3 acts as construction site coordinator and inspector on multiple or large civil, electrical, and/or mechanical projects to ensure the work, materials, progress, and cost meet BC Hydro expectations.Advantage
- Our client is a family-owned and operated company. They specialize in fabricating and erecting structural and miscellaneous steel for commercial projects, ranking among the largest in the industry. Our client is recognized as an industry leader for the quality and scope of their work. They have experienced substantial growth over 35 years, largely due to their strong reputation. To expand their team, they are looking for a skilled and experienced StructurOur client is a family-owned and operated company. They specialize in fabricating and erecting structural and miscellaneous steel for commercial projects, ranking among the largest in the industry. Our client is recognized as an industry leader for the quality and scope of their work. They have experienced substantial growth over 35 years, largely due to their strong reputation. To expand their team, they are looking for a skilled and experienced Structur
- We are looking for a seasoned Director of Projects to steer a varied portfolio of construction projects from the preconstruction phase all the way to final delivery. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for maximizing project performance, guiding and developing project teams, and making sure all activities align with our strategic objectives.Join an innovative and forward-thinking organization committed to setting new induWe are looking for a seasoned Director of Projects to steer a varied portfolio of construction projects from the preconstruction phase all the way to final delivery. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for maximizing project performance, guiding and developing project teams, and making sure all activities align with our strategic objectives.Join an innovative and forward-thinking organization committed to setting new indu
- Are you an experienced estimator with a passion for large-scale projects, eager to make a tangible impact on complex construction sites? Are you seeking a career where your meticulousness and expertise are valued, offering appealing flexibility?As a general contractor based on Montreal's North Shore, we are recognized for our significant accomplishments in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. Unlike residential or condo projects, we focusAre you an experienced estimator with a passion for large-scale projects, eager to make a tangible impact on complex construction sites? Are you seeking a career where your meticulousness and expertise are valued, offering appealing flexibility?As a general contractor based on Montreal's North Shore, we are recognized for our significant accomplishments in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. Unlike residential or condo projects, we focus
- Civil general superintendent: Build the future of communities in Northern Quebec!Are you primarily looking for a company with a social mission and values of integrity, safety, and environmental respect? Are you passionate about civil engineering and find civil general superintendence for large-scale projects exciting? Would you like your next professional challenge to make a positive difference in the lives of communities and help build in remote regions oCivil general superintendent: Build the future of communities in Northern Quebec!Are you primarily looking for a company with a social mission and values of integrity, safety, and environmental respect? Are you passionate about civil engineering and find civil general superintendence for large-scale projects exciting? Would you like your next professional challenge to make a positive difference in the lives of communities and help build in remote regions o
- Are you an Estimator/Buyer for Heavy Industrial Construction?Are you looking for a company where you can make a tangible impact, grow in a cooperative environment, and contribute to projects that shape everyday life? Do you enjoy advising, estimating, organizing, and seek a role where collaboration and quality service are top priorities?Look no further! A major player in Quebec's heavy industrial construction sector is waiting for you. Specializing in induAre you an Estimator/Buyer for Heavy Industrial Construction?Are you looking for a company where you can make a tangible impact, grow in a cooperative environment, and contribute to projects that shape everyday life? Do you enjoy advising, estimating, organizing, and seek a role where collaboration and quality service are top priorities?Look no further! A major player in Quebec's heavy industrial construction sector is waiting for you. Specializing in indu
- Ready to make a difference? Join our client as an Engineer! You'll leverage your engineering expertise to deliver top-notch engineering, estimating, planning, and quality management services for medium complexity projects. Your mission: ensure safety, quality, and timeliness, all while staying within budget. Be the driving force behind our success! 🚀General Description•The E3 – Engineer is a fully qualified and accredited engineering professional who applReady to make a difference? Join our client as an Engineer! You'll leverage your engineering expertise to deliver top-notch engineering, estimating, planning, and quality management services for medium complexity projects. Your mission: ensure safety, quality, and timeliness, all while staying within budget. Be the driving force behind our success! 🚀General Description•The E3 – Engineer is a fully qualified and accredited engineering professional who appl
- Are you looking for a company where you can be fully involved, build inspiring projects, and thrive in an environment where rigor and team spirit go hand-in-hand? Are you passionate about estimation and dream of joining a team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development?Look no further! A leading Quebec-based construction and sustainable real estate firm, located right in the heart of Laval, is actively seeking its next Estimator. ReAre you looking for a company where you can be fully involved, build inspiring projects, and thrive in an environment where rigor and team spirit go hand-in-hand? Are you passionate about estimation and dream of joining a team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development?Look no further! A leading Quebec-based construction and sustainable real estate firm, located right in the heart of Laval, is actively seeking its next Estimator. Re
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all about civil engineering jobs
Large-scale projects require you to solve complex problems, manage tight budgets and ensure safe, timely delivery. You may work in public and private industries, or be self-employed. With increased spending on construction and other building activity, the demand for civil engineers in Canada is on the rise. Looking for your next civil engineering job? Randstad Canada can help with your search. Contact us to get started!
what civil engineering jobs entail
Civil engineers are involved in the design and planning of public works. You can choose to specialize in: structural engineering, hydraulics, environmental engineering or transportation, among other fields. You will work full-time hours in an office environment. Occasionally you may be required to visit construction sites. Depending on the nature of your work, you may also travel to consult on engineering projects in other locations.
average civil engineer salaries in canada
The housing boom in Canada has led to a steady demand for civil engineers. Canada's major city centres (including Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary) present the strongest job opportunities and salaries to match. Starting salaries in all of these markets are in the mid $60,000 range. Your compensation can climb as high as $80,000 with the right blend of experience and skill.
The weakest market for civil engineers is Quebec, where starting salaries dip well below $60,000. This is a pattern we see with all engineering jobs in the province, however. That said, as a civil engineer, you should have no problem finding work anywhere in Canada.
your day to day tasks
Civil engineers divide their time between design review and site visits. As a civil engineer, some of your daily tasks will include:
- analyzing and interpreting reports, maps and other data
- budgeting and creating cost estimates for construction
- researching government regulations
- analyzing potential risks and other factors
- testing soils and building materials
- using design software to engineer structural designs
- creating proposals and tenders
- establishing and monitoring construction work schedules
- acting as project manager or site supervisor
- surveying land or monitoring construction work
where you can work
Civil engineers can work in the public or private sectors, in engineering firms, public administration, residential, commercial and industrial construction, amusement park design, manufacturing, and transportation.
As condos, retail centres, roads and other infrastructure are built, your expertise is needed to ensure these structures are safe and durable. Despite a somewhat lackluster economy, the housing market is strong. The housing boom in Canada had led to an increased volume of new structures being built, and a steady demand for civil engineers. Currently, the strongest demand for civil engineers in Canada's major city centres such as Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary where homes and other infrastruture is being rapidly built.
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what you bring to the table
As a civil engineer, you will need advanced math skills to analyze, design and troubleshoot problems. Highly developed analytic and communication skills will help you write clear reports and communicate effectively with other professionals.
To be a successful civil engineer, you'll need to be an expert in building codes and engineering principles. In addition to your technical competencies, employers will also be looking for candidates who:
- are highly innovative and capable problem solvers
- work well with other engineers and construction crews
- understand federal, provincial and municipal building codes
- adapt well to various work settings and construction sites
training and certifications
To be a civil engineer, you'll need an undergraduate degree in civil engineering or another related engineering discipline. A graduate degree will be an asset, and depending on your specialty may help you advance your career down the line.
Civil engineers must also be licensed, as the profession is government regulated. In most provinces, you can obtain your P.Eng certification, though the exact title may vary depending on where you live. Usually, you’re eligible for registration as a civil engineer after completing your education, three or four years of supervised work experience and successfully passing a professional practice examination.
where your career is headed
The population growth and subsequent construction in several major cities across Canada has led to a steady demand for civil engineers. With an aging workforce and growing opportunities in cities such as Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary, the future is looking bright for civil engineer jobs in Canada.
While skilled civil engineers with foreign degrees have historically experienced difficulty accessing employment, professional organizations are actively working to change their hiring practices.
Experienced civil engineers can seek out promotions to management roles, or transition into other areas of engineering such city planning or consulting.