Skills

Communication Leadership AutoCAD Stakeholder Management Organization Software Development

Job Specifications

Senior Business Analyst – Automation & Civil Engineering Support

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to support and accelerate our automation design initiatives within the subdivision engineering domain. This role blends strong analytical capabilities with in-depth understanding of civil engineering processes and technology-driven design tools. You will work directly with the Automation and Engineering teams and report to the Head of Automation (and to me). Your insights will help shape how engineering work is automated, optimized, and operationalized across the organization.

What You’ll Do

Business & Technical Analysis

Lead requirements gathering and business analysis for automation and design optimization projects.
Translate engineering and operational needs into clear specifications for technical teams.
Map existing processes in detailed workflows and identify opportunities for automation and improvement.

Project Support & Delivery

Collaborate with engineers, software developers, and automation specialists to scope, plan, and deliver technology solutions that support subdivision design efficiency.
Manage project milestones, communicate progress, and help mitigate risks.
Support user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring solutions meet the needs of technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a bridge between engineering, automation, and leadership teams.
Prepare clear documentation, dashboards, and reports for cross-functional audiences.
Facilitate meetings and workshops with civil engineers, product owners, and developers.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Analyze performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities for further automation.
Recommend best practices and tooling to enhance productivity, accuracy, and engineering quality.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Significant experience (5+ years) as a business analyst or in a similar analytical role — ideally within an engineering or technical environment.
Experience working on technology or automation initiatives, with a strong understanding of design workflows.

Technical & Domain Skills

Deep understanding of civil engineering design principles, particularly in land development or subdivision engineering.
Familiarity with design tools and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar).
Comfortable assessing technical requirements and communicating with software development teams (experience with automation tools is a plus).

Communication & Collaboration

Exceptional verbal and written communication: able to distill complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
Strong analytical thinker with a structured approach to solving ambiguous problems.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Personal Attributes

Proactive and detail-oriented with a bias toward action.
Collaborative mindset and strong stakeholder management skills.

Why You’ll Love Working at DSEL

Participate in industry-leading automation design projects that impact how civil engineering work is delivered.
Work alongside innovative engineers and technology professionals.
Flexible work arrangements including hybrid and remote options.

What we offer:

Flexible 36-hour work week
Remote work flexibility
Dental/medical benefits plan (premiums paid by DSEL)
Wellness Spending Account
Competitive, merit-based salary
Opportunities to grow based on merit, not years of service
Supportive place to work with team event opportunities
Annual career review

About the Company

Accelerating Subdivisions. Accelerating Approvals. Accelerating Profits. DSEL is a builder-oriented consulting firm that has been providing groundbreaking engineering solutions to many of Canada's largest and most successful builders for over 30 years. We offer a full spectrum of subdivision engineering services designed to support builders by accelerating large residential subdivisions and reducing costs through design optimization. At DSEL, we understand the challenges faced by builders. Our client-focused approach ensures... Know more