Civil Engineering Leader (Whitehorse)

Civil Engineering Leader (Whitehorse)

01 Nov
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CAP Engineering
|
Whitehorse

01 Nov

CAP Engineering

Whitehorse

CAP Engineering (CAP) is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Leader to join our team in Whitehorse, Yukon.

The successful candidate will be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with a strong civil engineering background and demonstrated experience leading projects, developing staff, and building client relationships. This role will support the delivery of diverse civil engineering projects and contribute to CAP’s continued growth throughout Northern Canada.

Experience working in northern or remote environments or with Indigenous communities would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include:

- Leading civil engineering projects from proposals and planning through design, construction, and closeout.
- Providing technical leadership for municipal, transportation, drainage, utilities, land development, industrial, and energy projects.
- Preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, reports, drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
- Developing practical engineering solutions suited to northern conditions and remote project environments.
- Managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, risks, and client expectations.
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients, communities, contractors, regulators, and project partners.
- Supporting business development, identifying opportunities, and preparing proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
- Mentoring engineers, technologists, and other technical staff to support their professional development.
- Coordinating project teams and technical resources across CAP’s offices.
- Supporting permitting, regulatory approvals, tendering, and contract administration.
- Providing technical guidance during construction, including site visits, field reviews, and resolution of field issues.
- Upholding safety, quality assurance,



and quality control requirements throughout project delivery.
- Travelling to project locations as required.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

- A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
- Registration, or eligibility for registration, with Engineers Yukon.
- Approximately 10 or more years of relevant civil engineering experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading civil engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong technical knowledge and a practical approach to engineering design and problem solving.
- Proven project management skills, including managing scopes, schedules, budgets, and project risks.
- Experience reviewing engineering calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor technical staff and support team development.
- Solid client relationship skills and experience supporting proposals and business development.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
- The ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across offices and disciplines.
- A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Experience with northern or remote projects, Indigenous community projects, cold-climate infrastructure, or remote construction logistics would be considered an asset.

Why Join CAP?





CAP offers the prospect to lead diverse and meaningful projects in Whitehorse and throughout Northern Canada.

We are a growing multidisciplinary engineering organization that values practical solutions, collaboration, strong client relationships, and professional development. This position provides the opportunity to shape project delivery, develop technical staff, and contribute to the continued growth of our northern practice.

You will work alongside experienced engineers, technologists, project managers, and other technical professionals, contributing to projects from planning and design through construction.

CAP offers:

- A competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive employee benefits.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and career growth.
- A leadership role with opportunities to influence project delivery and team development.
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects, clients, and industries.
- Opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Canada.
- A collaborative work environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work and contribute practical ideas.

This position is based in Whitehorse, Yukon, and will support projects throughout Northern Canada. Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant education, civil engineering experience, leadership capabilities, and professional qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $50.00-$70.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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