Director, Civil Engineering

Clifton an award-winning engineering and environmental consultancy that opened its doors in 1978. The goal was simple: provide innovative and pragmatic solutions to help our clients build our communities. Forty years later we are now one of the largest and most respected independent engineering firms in Western is continuing to grow and develop new markets.

At Clifton you become part of a professional community that thrives on the contributions of junior and seasoned team members alike. Seasoned experts invest heavily in junior members mentoring them in both the technical and non-technical aspects of their role helping them to advance their careers. Our new team members bring fresh ideas and contribute to the multiple perspectives from which we view challenges. This promotes the innovation and agility that keeps us thriving.

We value our people and encourage work-life harmony. We offer a compensation package with a competitive salary a pension plan health benefits and one of the most comprehensive employee assistance programs in the industry.

Clifton is currently searching for an experienced Civil Engineer to join our team in any of our locations as the Director Civil this role you will be a valued member of Cliftons Leadership Team and report to the Chief Operating Officer. You will drive business results provide technical and people leadership and ensure the overall success and growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Cliftons Civil Engineering practice with a focus on collaboration to support all practice teams corporately.
• Create annual business plans develop budgets and drive performance objectives for your practice.
• Provide technical and business leadership to promote a high level of technical competence within your practice and foster an inclusive work environment that prioritizes safety respect and well-being for everyone.
• Actively participate in the development and mentorship of your team with a strong focus on succession planning and providing targeted support for emerging leaders and high performers.
• Lead or support the recruitment process for your practice with a focus on building high-performing teams.
• Drive business development initiatives by building and nurturing client relationships leading proposal pursuits and actively developing opportunities for growth within your area of practice.
• Lead or support the planning design and execution of multidisciplinary civil infrastructure and capital expansion projects including transportation systems (roads highways and rail) site development utility coordination and public works initiatives across both public and private sectors.
• Oversee preparation of engineering drawings detailed design packages operating plans proposals and other technical documentation for civil engineering projects.
• Act as a subject matter expert providing guidance in the evaluation selection and application of engineering techniques procedures and criteria for civil engineering projects.
• Ensure effective project management including accountability for financial and technical performance within your area of practice.
• Act as a safety leader and champion for Cliftons health and safety program.
• Adhere to Cliftons Quality Management System (QMS) in project delivery including contracts management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited post-secondary institution. Graduate degree an asset.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a professional Engineer in their province of practice. Must be eligible for registration in other Canadian jurisdictions as required.
• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience in civil engineering and design engineering consulting and other related industry experience with a focus on project management.
• Experience with strategic and business planning as well as financial management (including forecasting and budgeting) an asset.
• Familiar with computer-assisted engineering and design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and others is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Canadian rail industry standards and regulations is beneficial; experience with the standards and requirements of major railway operators (e.g. CN CP VIA Rail) is an asset.
• Broad technical and management skills with the focus and capability to provide services as a subject matter expert.
• Self-motivated leader with excellent inter-personal and communication skills capable of working collaboratively in a team environmental and building partnerships across disciplines and areas of expertise.
• Proven track record of fostering strong client relationships and successfully developing business within the industry.
• Excellent communication writing time management and team leadership skills.
• Strong organizational abilities including effective management of multiple and conflicting priorities while consistently meeting deadlines in the context of maintaining work-life balance.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Continued attention to safety and safe work environments with a strong workplace safety orientation.

The Clifton Difference

We believe that our employees are the cornerstone of our success and the heartbeat of our operations. United by our core values were not just offering a job; were offering an opportunity to be part of a diverse and technically excellent team that values professional growth and personal well-being. Heres why youll love being part of our team:

• Competitive Compensation: We believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work with a fair compensation package that is competitive within the industry.
• Inclusive Benefits: We provide a robust selection of benefits covering health dental life disability and an Employee and Family Assistance Program to protect you and your familys well-being and provide support when you need it most.
• Future-Focused Savings: Benefit from our defined pension plan with a 5% employer match and take advantage of our voluntary RRSP RESP and TFSA options to help you secure your financial future.
• Investing in Our People: The integrity of our profession and the quality of our work depend on the quality of our people. So we invest heavily in our peoples growth at every career stage. From tuition reimbursement to mentorship programs we champion your professional development by providing you with the guidance and resources to navigate your career path successfully.
• Work-life Balance: We offer flexible and hybrid work options for many of our roles empowering you with the flexibility to balance work with your lifestyle.
• Social Events & Team Building: Whether its local office gatherings company-wide celebrations or client-focused events we are all about bringing people together and creating a vibrant workplace where fun and professional life intersect.

Apply

Please apply with your resume to All applicants must be legally eligible to work for Clifton in Canada.

Clifton is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. Our goal is to build teams that mirror the richness of the communities we serve valuing the diverse perspective and unique contributions of everyone; therefore we warmly welcome applications from women Indigenous peoples and other historically underrepresented groups and encourage you to let us know if you require accommodation through the interview process.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. You will be evaluated on the relative degree to which you meet the knowledge skills and abilities related to the position assignment.

Join us and be part of the Clifton Difference.

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