Construction Engineering Jobs in British Columbia

A Construction Engineer is a key professional in the construction industry, responsible for designing, planning, managing, and overseeing construction projects. Their work can range from constructing buildings, bridges, and roads to managing water supply systems and sewage treatment plants. They apply the principles of civil engineering to ensure that the structures are safe, sustainable, and of the highest quality. Additionally, they are in charge of managing budgets, hiring subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time.

Important skills for a Construction Engineer include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. They should be proficient with relevant software applications and have a firm understanding of construction materials, methods, and codes. Certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or the Professional Engineer (PE) license can provide a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Construction Engineer, individuals can hold roles such as a Construction Superintendent, Project Engineer, or Site Engineer, all of which provide an essential foundation in understanding the planning and execution of construction projects.

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Intermediate Water Resource Engineer

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 17 hours ago

Construction Management: Willing to manage the construction activities. Willing to work with contractors and clients and assist them in implementing our design plans....

Intermediate to Senior Coastal/Hydrotechnical Engineer

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 17 hours ago

Detailed Design and Construction: engineering design for submarine cables, pipelines, outfall and diffusers, riprap/groyne/revetment installations, dredging....

Project Engineer/Manager, Highway Design and Construction - Vancouver

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 17 hours ago

The Opportunity: Tetra Tech is adding a Project Engineer/Manager, Highway Design and Construction to our Northern and Pacific Transportation team based in Vancouver, BC. Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra...

Cities & Communities Engineer

  • Kamloops, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Kamloops, BC
  • 1 day ago

Cities & Communities Engineer Kamloops, BC, Canada Req #677 Wednesday, March 12, 2025 About McElhanney Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical...

Municipal Civil Junior Engineer / Engineer In Training (Eit)

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 2 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career...

Senior Engineer, Industrial Water

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago

Senior Engineer, Industrial Water - ( 240003UB ) Description Many of the world's top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community's interaction with...

Process Engineer Co-Op Student

  • Sechelt, BC
  • 3 days ago
  • Sechelt, BC
  • 3 days ago

Line of Business: Other About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the worlds largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

Site Reliability Engineer - Edge Networking

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 4 days ago

Insight Global is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer to join one of the largest retail companies in Vancouver, BC on a 6 month contract basis. As the Site Reliability Engineer, your role...

Structural Engineer, EIT - Bridges & Civil Structures

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 6 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 6 days ago

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies...

CHIEF - 4th Class Power Engineer

  • 100 Mile House, BC
  • 8 days ago
  • 100 Mile House, BC
  • 8 days ago

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our 100 Mile Lumber division in 100 Mile House, British Columbia, is...

Structural Engineer

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago

Job Description - Structural Engineer As a Structural Engineer, you will take on exciting engineering tasks within assigned systems design, ensuring projects are completed on time and within...

Lead Engineer, Integrated Digital Delivery

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago

Closing Date: March 21, 2025 Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the...

Ingenieur logiciel II / Software Engineer II

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago

Notice: Before you submit your application, please scroll-down and select the site of your choice English | FR – Canada (in the footer)....

Ingenieur logiciel principal / Principal Software Engineer

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 13 days ago

Notice: Before you submit your application, please scroll-down and select the site of your choice English | FR – Canada (in the footer)....

Principal Embedded Engineer

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 13 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 13 days ago

EnerSys is an industrial technology leader serving the global community with mission critical stored energy solutions that meet the growing demand for energy efficiency, reliability and...

Construction Engineering Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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BIM for Construction
Learn how to couple BIM and traditional scheduling and cost-estimating tools to develop 4D, 5D, and nD models for effective construction applications This course is the second of a sequence of...
Construction Management
Learn to successfully manage construction projects and deliver with the skills of a modern Construction Manager. In this program you will learn to successfully manage construction projects and...
Quality in Construction
Poor quality builds have a detrimental impact on the construction industry. On this course, you will tackle this problem with professional research and insight into the delivery of quality...

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Salary for Construction Engineering Jobs in British Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Construction Engineerings in British Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
25.1%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Construction Engineerings in British Columbia
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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