Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM

ISL has secured some of the most exciting work on projects related to parks, tourism, and community infrastructure improvements. We now need your expertise!

We have established relationships and are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Lethbridge.

A Little About Us

ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees comprised of award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and much more

that work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community.

We have extensive expertise

– We have a variety of expertise and are comprised of five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Building and Structures and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.

We are award winning and recognized in industry

– Visit our #ISLLife blog and learn more.

ISL’s Lethbridge Municipal Team

is part of the larger

Municipal and Community Sector

in Southern Alberta which is made up of 80 individuals who have close working relationships centered around water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. When you join the Lethbridge Team you are welcomed by a team that works in person. You can anticipate close collaboration and problem solving as a team.

We have expertise in water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations and reservoirs, linear infrastructure for collection and distribution and of course water system planning.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

We work on multidisciplinary teams and are recognized as subject matter experts, contributing unique expertise to high-profile projects.

Technical Challenge and Growth:

We are a team that works collaboratively with senior staff who are invested in mentoring, knowledge sharing and supporting technical growth.

About the Role

You’ll be supported by a team that values mentorship, technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. At ISL, we invest in our people because delivering great infrastructure starts with great teams.

Responsibilities:

Technical project engineer delivering multiple water/wastewater/grading and stormwater projects.

Assist in mentoring junior staff, providing technical reviews and guidance.

Review water and wastewater design drawings.

Constructability reviews.

QA/QC reviews of junior staff deliverables.

Lead cost estimation and validate project assumptions.

Write and review reports and documentation for accuracy and compliance with standards and regulations.

Review surface drainage and roadway grading designs.

Coordinate utility reviews and prepare crossing agreements.

Project Delivery

Support proposal development with strategic and technical input.

Ensure quality control procedures are followed across drawings and reports.

Oversee procurement documents, including specifications and tender coordination.

Provide senior-level contract administration, including review of contractor submittals, progress claims, and interpreting contract documents.

Examples of the projects you may work on:

Utility and grading/stormwater management designs for Alberta Forestry and Parks and local municipalities.

Utility rehabilitation and renewal.

Regional water and wastewater systems.

Multidisciplinary projects such as stormwater management, major pipeline upgrades, and roadway projects.

Utility rehabilitation and renewal, urban and rural.

Why you want to bring your expertise to ISL.

A municipal project you are proud to highlight.

Your resume should show us:

P.Eng./P.L. (Eng.) (Professional Engineer) or P.Tech. designation.

Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience in municipal/linear infrastructure (water distribution systems, sewer design, and general municipal engineering).

Design experience in water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.

Project management experience, including design coordination and contract administration.

Examples of when you have managed projects, mentored junior staff and have contributed to technical leadership.

Familiarity with construction contracts, drawings and contract documents, submittals and progress claims.

Experience engaging with clients and stakeholders.

Experience contributing to business development and proposal writing.

Previous water/sewer projects experience in the Lethbridge region.

Experience with PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM and other hydraulic modeling software.

Construction field experience.

What ISL Offers

Thank you for considering ISL Engineering as your next step.

Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:

Hybrid model of work with flexibility to travel and work from over 16 offices across western Canada.

Immediate Employer paid benefits upon commencement which include health, dental and extensive paramedical services.

Life Insurance and AD&D options.

Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.

Group RRSP with employer matching opportunities

Paid professional development opportunities such as conferences and memberships.

Parental leave top ups.

24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.

Service Recognition Awards.

An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan to set you up for success.

Location:

ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada. This position will be located in:

Lethbridge

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, land use planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. Just the right size, ISL delivers on complex projects while being small enough to maintain strong, cohesive project teams and personal client attention and service.

At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.

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