Job Description

It is an exciting time to join the Water discipline at ISL. If you are looking to support exciting water, wastewater, and municipal projects in British Columbia we want to hear from you.



A Little About Us

We are engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and their support teams that work together to deliver infrastructure, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing benefit to the community. We work hard and play hard because that is what #ISLLIFE is all about! Check us out on social media.



ISL's Water Team is?currently made up of 25?individuals?who have close working relationships?centered around?water and wastewater infrastructure projects.?We have?expertise in?water and wastewater treatment,?pumping/lift stations and reservoirs,?linear infrastructure?for collection and distribution?and water resources planning.

Our team in truly?client centric?- we provide outstanding care and attention to our clients to earn the right to become their trusted advisors. We are?subject matter experts?yet make the time and space to grow our skillset. We have a talented team of diverse professionals and rising stars who work independently and in groups. We are part of a larger and very?dynamic team?- we collaborate, learn from each other, and come up with innovative solutions as a team.

A Little About You

Your cover letter must demonstrate:

Help us understand comparable projects you have designed and lead and what role you played. Capturing scope helps us and we look forward to understanding more about your experience.

Your resume should show us:

P.Eng. designation with EGBC as well as other provinces if you have the designations (Alberta and Saskatchewan). 5 to 10 years of experience in mechanical and process design of water and wastewater treatment and pumping related infrastructure. Strong familiarity with BC water and wastewater design standards and construction methodologies. Examples of design / project coordination skills as project lead / engineer / manager on projects with emphasis on multidisciplinary projects of varying size, scope and complexity. Examples of experience relationship building or business development efforts that have resulted in success.

Bonus points for:

Alternative project delivery experience. Multidiscipline collaboration on projects across different locations. Experience / exposure to design collaboration tools such as ACC, Navisworks and Bluebeam. Strong familiarity with Alberta / Saskatchewan water and wastewater design standards and construction methodologies.

A Little More About the Role

Responsibilities:

You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, and technologists responsible for the design and construction of municipal infrastructure projects for our public and private sector clients. Your principal project focus will be on water and wastewater process-mechanical systems which includes water/wastewater treatment, water/drainage pump stations, sanitary lift stations, water reservoirs and pressure reducing valve stations.

Your day-to-day work will include collaboration with other engineers and project managers/leads to support our municipal engineering teams across Western Canada.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Managing and leading projects of varying size and complexity across BC which includes client liaising, managing project budgets, ensuring deliverables are completed, directing the work of others to maintain project schedules, and being responsible for project metrics. Providing direction, guidance, and oversight to others to complete proposals, deliverables, and projects. Completion of specific tasks to support the planning, analysis, development, and design of water, wastewater, and drainage systems by others. This includes the production of process flow diagrams, process and instrument diagrams and process layout drawings. Continuous development of your own skills and knowledge to complete / support the sizing and selection of process equipment, pumping equipment and pipework for water, wastewater and drainage systems. Preparation of engineering reports, documents, technical specifications, and drawings (in collaboration with other team members and disciplines). Practice and maintenance of good quality control and documentation standards on all projects, including: Self-checking of your own deliverables and engaging with other team members for review of your work. The completion of reviews and quality control of the work of others, including the provision of feedback / comments and engagement to achieve resolution. Supporting the project management and construction administration of ISL's water / wastewater projects across BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Tasks may include responding to technical questions, providing clarifications, completion of periodic field reviews and the commissioning of process-mechanical systems that you have designed. Contributing to the preparation of proposals and business development activities within our existing and expanding client base throughout Western Canada. Interacting effectively and professionally with client representatives, contractors, project stakeholders, co-workers and industry peers, providing them with excellent service and timely responses. Mentoring our intermediate and junior staff to support their own career goals. Coordinating our CAD design technologists and E.I.T.'s to prepare design and project deliverables. Develop and maintain ongoing client relationships and promote the work / skills of ISL across Western Canada.

Location for the position:

This position will be located out of any of our British Columbia locations, which include Langley, Victoria, Burnaby, or Nanaimo. ISL is prepared to consider a strong candidate located in BC who is willing to travel to our offices for business.

Salary range for opportunity (based on qualifications):

$95,000 - $145,000 annually.

What ISL Offers

We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. 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:

Excellent mentorship and training opportunities. Paid professional development, certifications, and memberships. Flexible working hours. Hybrid model of work. Annual bonus incentives. Employer paid benefits including health, dental and extensive paramedical services. Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts. Group RRSP. 24/7/365 Employee Family Assistance program.

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.