Civil Engineer

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Every role in our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. HDR is currently seeking a Civil Engineer to design, manage, and coordinate high‑quality civil solutions across new residential, commercial, transit‑oriented communities, data centers, health facilities, industrial and waste management facilities.

Reporting to the Civil Engineering Lead, the Civil Engineer is a member of an integrated project team that contributes site civil engineering knowledge and analysis during the design and construction phase. The project mix is varied across building and infrastructure projects across the Greater Toronto Area and western Canada. The role involves construction contract administration, site inspections, and condition assessments.

• Prepare site civil design, road alignments, cross sections, site grading models, drainage design, and wet utilities design (storm sewer, sanitary sewer, watermain), quantity estimates, cost estimates, project documentation, and specifications.
• Coordinate designs with structural, traffic, pavement, environmental, stormwater management, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines.
• Assist the Project Manager in day‑to‑day project coordination.
• Support external engagement and negotiation with key project stakeholders and clients.
• Prepare work plans and schedules in coordination with project managers and other disciplines.
• Assist in pursuit of opportunities and preparation of proposals (content generation, schedule, and fee estimates).

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in site civil or municipal infrastructure engineering design.
• Familiarity with site civil and road design practices and application of design standards, TAC Geometric Design Guide, provincial and municipal standards, and preparing contract documents (drawings and specifications).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation, Bentley InRoads and/or Open Roads.
• Proficiency with utility modeling (gravity and pressure pipes) in Civil 3D.
• Experience engaging and negotiating with external project stakeholders and clients.
• Experience with municipal and provincial clients in Ontario.
• Experience with feasibility and wet utilities capacity studies.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Previous experience in general civil engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (PE or P.Eng).
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• An active commitment to HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

• Compliance with HDR and contractor safety policies and procedures.
• Potential attendance at job sites to support design and construction activities.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where every employee is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work daily. Our eight Employee Network Groups foster a sense of belonging and supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Canada-Ontario-Toronto

Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Full‑time

Regular

Building Site Civil

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.