Civil Engineer in Training – Mission Critical Site Design

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result : vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

Your Opportunity

This role is for a Civil Design EIT focusing on Mission Critical Data Center projects within our Community Development Group. Within this team, you will have the opportunity to work on Data Center projects of various sizes across the country. The Mission Critical space requires a very proactive, responsive, and efficient design team with projects serving Fortune 10 companies who are making headlines with transformational projects.

The engineers on this team are a core design group dedicated to serving Data Center clients and similar major commercial programs. The projects they work on require a variety and diverse set of skills to assist our clients with site due diligence, design, entitlement approvals, permitting, and construction. Within this team you will be exposed to different design requirements across multiple geographic regions as well as different Mission Critical and commercial projects of various sizes and operational needs.

This position involves working collaboratively within the Mission Critical core design team, project partners, and various different services in the development of private civil site designs; construction plans and specifications; preparing reports, studies, and construction contract documents; computing quantities and preparing opinions of cost; performing field observations and assisting in the coordination and management of construction activities.

Your Key Responsibilities

Perform civil design and technical tasks on projects under the supervision of the Project Manager or Project Engineer. Tasks may include but are not limited to; site design and layout; code review; planning and land use entitlement process; AHJ coordination; grading design; drainage design; utility design; erosion and sediment control; specifications; and creation of project details.

Performs civil design tasks using knowledge of relevant software programs.

Works with other engineering disciplines, professionals, and project partners in the completion of the project under the direction of a senior engineer / designer or project coordinator.

Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer / supervisor.

Performs calculations to analyze and design civil site design components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.

Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity.

Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.

Assists in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.

Performs a variety of tasks which may include analyzing proposed project solutions to ensure design integrity, reliability, resource efficiently and cost effectiveness.

Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and written, with project team members, clients, and contractors.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Seeking a motivated individual who is, enthusiastic, flexible, innovative, organized, and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong interest in the Mission Critical / Data Center market and major commercial projects.

Be a responsive partner with excellent communication skills.

Be proactive, solution-oriented, and work well within a cooperative team environment.

Ability to be flexible and react accordingly to dynamic project needs on tight timelines and fast paced schedules.

Ability to perform duties with virtual coordination as the team is officed across various geographic regions.

Understanding of civil engineering concepts (i.e. site layout, grading, utility design, etc.) and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.

Ability and desire to train in civil site design needs and concepts and grow your skillset to assist the team in project delivery.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to become proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building programs and other similar materials.

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.

Must have good driving record, and valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering and successful completion of the EIT exam or the ability to take the EIT exam within six months of starting preferred.

Related Co-op / Internship experience preferred for new graduates; 1-2 years of related civil engineering experience for more experienced engineers.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range :

• Locations in MN, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 65,800.00 - Max Salary $ 92,100.00

Pay Transparency : In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location : United States | MN | Minneapolis

Organization : 1903 CommDev-US North Central-Minneapolis MN

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : No

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 07 / 08 / 2025 11 : 08 : 00

Req ID : 1001812

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.