GNF Commercial Management Ltd. is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership across its development portfolio. This is a senior role responsible for overseeing engineering design, consultant coordination, infrastructure planning, value engineering, and project execution from feasibility through construction.

The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, planners, architects, contractors, and municipal agencies to ensure projects are practical, efficient, and delivered to the highest standards.

Experience &

Background Qualified Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligibility for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia

Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering, with significant experience in land development

Direct experience working in or around Halifax / HRM is preferred

Strong knowledge of municipal and provincial approval and permitting processes

Municipal infrastructure design

Land development and subdivision engineering

Stormwater management, grading and servicing

HRM and Nova Scotia regulatory frameworks

Construction administration and project delivery

Environmental considerations, approvals, and constraints

Experience in value engineering, cost-conscious design decisions, and constructability reviews is highly valued

Experience working with Developers, municipalities, consultants and contractors

What You'll Do Provide technical oversight of engineering consultants and internal project teams

Review designs with a focus on value engineering, constructability, and long-term project performance

Lead feasibility studies and technical due diligence for prospective developments

Coordinate engineering design from concept through detailed design and construction

Oversee municipal servicing, subdivision, roadway, and infrastructure projects





Manage engineering schedules, budgets, and consultant deliverables

Coordinate permit applications and approvals with municipal and provincial agencies

Support project scheduling and assist in expediting approvals and construction timelines

Collaborate closely with planners, architects, surveyors, and construction teams throughout project delivery

Provide technical guidance during construction and assist with project commissioning

Maintain accurate engineering documentation and project records

Preferred Qualifications AutoCAD Civil 3D and other municipal engineering software

Construction administration and contract management

Municipal servicing design and infrastructure estimating

Multi-year project scheduling and capital planning

Cash flow forecasting and development budgeting

Interpretation of legal plans, easements, development agreements, and construction contracts

Feasibility analysis and land acquisition due diligence

Halifax Regional Municipality development policies and approval processes

Why GNF Commercial Management Ltd. Lead engineering on some of Atlantic Canada's largest residential and mixed-use developments

Work directly with executive leadership and decision-makers

Influence projects from acquisition and planning through construction and completion

Long-term development platform with significant land holdings and active projects

Collaborative environment where practical thinking, technical excellence, and leadership are valued

Competitive compensation and benefits with opportunities for continued professional growth

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligibility for registration with Engineers Nova Scotia. Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering, with significant experience in land development. Direct experience working in or around Halifax / HRM is preferred.

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