Job prospects Civil Engineer in Canada

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Explore current and future job prospects for people working as a “civil engineer” in Canada.

Job opportunities over the next 3 years

The recent trends from the past 3 years were updated on July 25, 2025. The job outlooks over the next 3 years were updated on December 11, 2024.

Breakdown by province and territory

Explore future job prospects by province and territory.

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Location	Job prospects
Newfoundland and Labrador	Good
Prince Edward Island	Good
Nova Scotia	Moderate
New Brunswick	Good
Quebec	Moderate
Ontario	Good
Manitoba	Good
Saskatchewan	Good
Alberta	Good
British Columbia	Good
Yukon Territory	Good
Northwest Territories	Undetermined
Nunavut	Moderate

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

Take a closer look at the projected labour demand and supply for this occupation over the 2022-2031 period. For more information on future job trends, go to the Canadian Occupational Projections System.

Summary

MODERATE RISK OF SHORTAGE : This occupation is expected to face a moderate risk of labour shortage over the period of 2024-2033 at the national level.

Demand in Canada for Civil Engineers in 2025

If you are a civil engineer, Canada needs you. Canada’s ever-expanding cities and remote communities are constantly upgrading. With a growing economy, the need for civil engineers in Canada has never been greater.

Canada is the second-largest country in the world with a high demand for skilled engineers in the country. It offers skilled foreign nationals some of the world’s most well-paying jobs.

This article is specially focused on the demand in Canada for Civil Engineers. Read on.

Scope for Civil Engineers in Canada

Thousands of foreign engineers immigrate to Canada each year. Licensed engineers from India constitute about 12 percent. They work across several fields, including civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, and manufacturing sectors.

A labour market study by Engineers Canada highlighted significant requirements of more engineers, including the civil sector.

There is a shortage of civil engineers as Canada works to expand its infrastructure. More civil engineers need to join in many public and private sector projects. This is to build coastal installations, design structural steel fabrications, and rapid transit facilities. And in other construction projects as well.

The provinces of Alberta and British Columbia especially need experienced civil engineers. Estimates state that thousands of civil engineering jobs will need to be soon filled.

Which province in Canada is best for civil engineers?

Saskatchewan is an agri-hub and is well known for its civil works. Civil engineering job seekers can also immigrate to the provinces of British Columbia. And to Quebec, as they have plenty of construction plans for growth.

Qualifications Required for Civil Engineers in Canada

Candidates have the following qualifications to immigrate to Canada as a civil engineer.

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• A master’s degree or doctorate in a related engineering discipline
• Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers

Engineers in Canada are eligible for registration. It comes after graduation from an accredited educational institution. Three or four years of work experience is also required to become a licensed engineer.

Pathways for Civil Engineers to Come to Canada

There are two main avenues to migrate to Canada for civil engineers.

• Express Entry System
• Provincial Nominee Programs

Both these streams partly overlap each other. Express Entry candidates can also apply through Provincial Nominee Programs.

1. Express Entry System

The Express Entry is a fast-track process that can help you migrate to Canada within 8 to 12months. The following three categories are available in the system.

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

Most engineering graduates fall under the Federal Skilled Worker Program. Candidates wishing to apply need to create an online profile. It should measure education, qualifications, experience, and other factors.

All applicants get a CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score based on certain factors. Candidates weigh against each other. This process usually takes two weeks to complete.

Criteria for Awarding CRS Points

CLB Language Skills (English & French)

Level of Education (In & Outside Canada)

Work Experience (In & Outside Canada)

Provincial Nomination Achieved

Siblings Living in Canada as Permanent Residents / Citizens

2. Provincial Nominee Programs

There are several streams for civil engineers within the provinces and territories of Canada where they can apply. Interested candidates can check out the provinces/territories in-demand occupations list.

The National Occupation Code for civil engineers is 2132.

PNP Streams Open to Civil Engineering

Province

Programs for Civil Engineers

Average Salary PA

Alberta

Alberta Opportunity Stream

NOC 0211 – Engineering Managers

NOC 2131 – Civil Engineers

NOC 2231 – Civil Engineering Technicians

Alberta Express Entry Stream

British Columbia

BC PNP Tech Pilot Program

NOC 2131 – Civil Engineers

Express Entry British Columbia

Ontario

Ontario Express Entry

Human Capital Priorities Stream

In-Demand Skills Stream

Manitoba

Skilled Workers in Manitoba

NOC 0211 – Engineering Managers

NOC 2131 – Civil Engineers

New Brunswick

Express Entry Labour Market Stream

Skilled Workers with Employer Support

Newfoundland

& Labrador

Newfoundland & Labrador Express Entry Skilled Worker

Skilled Worker Category

Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Demand: Express Entry

NOC 2131 – Civil Engineers

Nova Scotia Express Entry Labour Market Priorities

Skilled Worker Stream

(Skilled Workers Pathway)

Northwest Territories

Northwest Territories Express Entry Stream

Skilled Worker Stream

Critical Impact Worker Stream

Saskatchewan

International Skilled Worker: Employment Offer

International Skilled Worker:

International Skilled Worker:

Saskatchewan Express Entry

Prince Edward Island

PEI PNP Express Entry

Skilled Worker Stream

Critical Worker Stream

Yukon

Yukon Express Entry (YEE)

Critical Impact Worker

Job Titles for Civil Engineers in Canada

There are various titles under which civil engineers can find work in Canada. They fall under the various NOC categories.

Job Titles Under NOC Categories for Civil Engineers

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