Civil Designer, Ports and Marine Terminals

The maritime industry is expanding and improving port and harbor infrastructure. Our Ports and Marine Terminals team is growing to meet our clients’ needs. Become part of a team of motivated planners and engineers who are excited to work on a diverse range of projects in waterfront infrastructure.Stantec manages complex, large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects from conceptual planning, through design, and construction. Play a key role in developing new client relationships and engaging with existing Stantec clients. Be motivated to provide an immediate impact working on a local project and work closely with regional leadership to engage in business development activities.If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.Your OpportunityAt Stantec we are driven to achieve, and we do what is right. Our Ports and Marine Terminals group provides our clients with comprehensive planning, design, and engineering services for all phases of port, marine terminal, and shipyard projects. We seek dynamic individuals who want to make a difference in goods movement. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and strong initiative are a must. Come join our Ports and Marine Terminals Team and work alongside others who share your passion through exciting and unique waterfront projects.Your Key ResponsibilitiesPerform design, calculations and analysis related to design of roadways, utilities, site grading, and/or marine structures for marine terminal projects.Assist the Project Manager in the preparation of reports and the development of project design elements including plans, specifications, estimates, and related reports.Identify and analyze the principal design features and major design alternatives that satisfy the project’s purpose and the client’s needs. Produce detailed, high-quality final design plans, specifications, and estimates in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.Peer review plans and provide quality control reviews of technical specifications, contract documents, quantity calculations, and estimates.Mentor junior staff in technical design elements, Autodesk Civil 3D, and the development of project documents.Recent experience with maritime related codes (ASCE, COPRI, PIANC, etc.) and Department of Defense (UFC, UFGC) criteria are highly desirable.Review data and develop reports for capital planning and program management.Your Capabilities and CredentialsProficient in design of site grading, roads, utilities, including alignments, profiles, typical sections, plan preparation and cost estimating.Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.MS Office program experience, especially Word and Excel.  Education and ExperienceBachelor’s or higher Degree in Engineering.3+ years of experience in the field of Civil Engineering. California PE license desirable but not requiredTypical office environment working with computers at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.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 StantecStantec 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 CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$85,000.00 - $123,300.00 Annually• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$91,200.00 - $132,300.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: United States | CA | San DiegoOther Locations: United States | CA | IrvineOrganization: BC-2073 Transpt-US PacificEmployee Status: RegularBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: NoSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 15/04/2026 05:04:15Req ID: 1005365Stantec 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.