Job Description
Job Title: Intermediate Municipal Engineer - Land Development
Department: Municipal
Job Location: Winnipeg
Req Id: 595
Posting Start Date: 7/17/26
Job Description:
About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
We are looking for an Intermediate Municipal Engineer with a focus on Land Development to join our well-established Municipal Department in our Winnipeg office.
In this position, you will play a key role in land development projects from the proposal stage through design, construction and final delivery.
You will work on projects that build on your existing knowledge while expanding your experience through mentorship from senior staff. You will work collaboratively on projects within the municipal department as well as on multi-disciplinary projects with the various other departments at KGS Group. Depending on your personal career path, you will (under the leadership of our senior engineers) focus on design development or take on project management responsibilities. Opportunities will continue to be provided to expand your knowledge and participate in larger municipal infrastructure projects catered to your interests.
Your mission will ensure that our clients planning, and design objectives are met. On any given day, you’ll have the opportunity to interface directly with clients that include major urban centers, municipalities, First Nations, provincial and federal organizations, and private industry. You will prepare designs, reports, studies, and contract documents. You will be part of a team that delivers innovative solutions for our clients. All of this will take place in our friendly, collaborative work environment where you will work together with other disciplines to get the job done.
This role provides a clear pathway toward senior technical leadership and/or project management, supported by mentorship and hands on project experience. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of technical design, collaboration, and growing responsibility on complex municipal projects.
Over time in this role, you will:
Take ownership of design components on active land development projects
Build strong working relationships with internal teams and clients
Contribute to successful project delivery from design through construction
Demonstrate increasing independence and technical leadership
Confidently communicate technical concepts and solutions to clients and project stakeholders
Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project solutions
Provide guidance and support to junior team members as your experience grows
Key Responsibilities
Support a team or act as lead designer on land development projects of all types and sizes. Assignments could include low- to high-density residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, recreational, waterfront, and mixed-use developments in greenfield, brownfield and infill environments
Provide comprehensive municipal support to multiple areas for land development including stormwater management, water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, linear infrastructure, servicing, flood protection, roadway geometry, parking layout, surface grading and active transportation
Participate in the development of conceptual, preliminary and detailed engineering designs and contract documents
Provide technical support during construction, including contract administration and coordination of approvals and permits
Work with and provide guidance to our junior staff
Develop and maintain client relationships
Participate in and promote KGS Group’s safety-first culture.
Assist with project coordination, including schedules, budgets, and stakeholder communication
Contribute to sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions
Contribute to proposals and client development initiatives
Projects You’ll Work On
Subdivision and infill developments in Winnipeg and across Manitoba
Municipal infrastructure upgrades for growing communities
Stormwater management and flood protection systems
Multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects across Canada
About You
To fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant to bring forward a good mix of qualification and previous experiences. Some highlights could include:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Diploma in Municipal Engineering Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution
Eligible for membership with EGM (P.Eng. or Eng.L.)
5-10 years of related work experience in the planning, design and implementation of land development projects
Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Familiarity with municipal analysis software (ex. stormwater modelling software and water distribution modelling software)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of relevant municipal and guidance documents (examples: design guidelines, construction contracts and standard construction specifications)
Experience in a consulting environment is considered an asset
Valid driver’s license
KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent total compensation and benefits package for employees.
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
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