Job Description

About Helio Urban Development

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We're a design-build company specializing in small multi-unit developments (4-12 units) optimized for CMHC MLI Select. We don't just design--we build every project ourselves.


Our model is simple:

standardized, modular builds that we can repeat at speed.

Same floor plans, same energy specs, same flat urban lots. This lets our in-house architecture, energy modeling, surveying, and construction teams work like a production line.


We need a civil engineer to complete our workflow and help us scale from 12 projects next year to doubling or tripling annually. Our mission:

build affordable housing, high quality, fast.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

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Results-based compensation:

We don't pay hourly. Finish a project in half the time? You make twice the hourly rate, plus bonuses.

Standardized workflow:

Because our projects are nearly identical, your engineering packages become templates you refine and reuse--making each successive project faster and more profitable for you.

Clear growth path:

Prove yourself over 6 months and we'll bring you in-house as Principal Civil Engineer with equity participation.

High-performance culture:

Our entire team--from architects to project manager --operates on the same results-driven model. Everyone takes ownership, pride in their work, and pushes for high productivity. You'll coordinate closely with our surveyor, architect, and project manager--the permit success isn't on your shoulders alone, but your civil package is a critical piece of the puzzle.

What You'll Own

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Team Coordination

Work seamlessly with our surveyor, architect, energy modeler, and project manager Integrate your civil package with the overall permit submission Participate in design reviews to catch issues early

Concept to Permit (Target: 30 days)

Lot grading & drainage plans (stamped) Site servicing & utility plans (stamped) Stormwater management & erosion control briefs (stamped) Traffic/landscape/lighting memos when required

Permit Management

Respond to municipal comments within 48 hours Iterate until permit issued (goal: first-pass approval)

Construction Support

Two key site visits (pre-pour, final grading) Final compliance letter for occupancy

Compensation Structure

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Base:

Fixed fee per project (quote your rate for a typical 5-plex)

Speed Bonuses:

+5% if submitted within 30 days +10% if permit approved on first submission

Volume:

10+ projects year one, scaling rapidly

Career Track:

Top performers transition to salaried Principal Civil Engineer with generous bonus structures.

Must-Haves

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P.Eng. licensed in Nova Scotia + Certificate of Compliance 3+ years civil site design (grading, drainage, servicing) for residential/light commercial Proven sub-60-day permit approvals in HRM or comparable NS municipalities Proficient in Revit (preferred) or Civil 3D Fluent with HRM Municipal Design Guidelines, rational method, LID techniques Self-managed and comfortable with "ship perfect, ship fast" culture

Nice-to-Haves

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Basic Part 9 structural sealing capability CMHC MLI Select experience Exterior lighting/photometric design skills

Multi-discipline capability:

We also need occasional electrical, HVAC, structural, and plumbing engineering (less frequent than civil). If you can handle any of these disciplines, it's a major plus for workflow integration.

Success Metrics

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+ 30 days concept-to-submission + 90% first-pass permit approvals + 48 hour response to municipal comments Zero civil-related change orders

Ready to Build Faster?

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PDF resume + Engineers NS license number

Two project examples (scope, timeline, your role)

Your proposed fee structure and bonus expectations

We move fast:

Virtual interview paid test project offer within one week for qualified candidates.