Project Engineer

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As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of Mobility¿s Construction and Materials capital and operational projects. The Project Engineer will provide technical support and expertise to the planning, execution, and delivery of roadway assets including but not limited to pavement rehabilitation, road reconstruction, concrete rehabilitation, asphalt plant upgrades, utility coordination, roadway design, drainage, and other works. The role will require collaboration and coordination with internal and external parties. Ensuring that project technical requirements and interested party commitments are met while delivering the project on time and within budget. Primary duties include:

• Manage projects during various phases including planning, design, procurement, construction, and close-out, in alignment with the project goals and objectives.
• Oversee project execution, delivery, and contract management. Proactively manage project budgets, schedules, risk strategies, and construction compliance to avoid cost overruns, scope creep, and schedule slippages.
• Develop and track project financials, including costs, contingencies, and cash flow to create accurate Estimates at Completion (EAC).
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure quality, and resolve issues.
• Coordination and collaboration with key interested parties including internal departments, citizens, developers, and third-party utility owners.
• Build and foster networks and relationships with consultants, contractors, and internal operations staff, to influence positive outcomes.
  

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering with at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work. Click here for more details.
• Previous municipal government experience managing public infrastructure projects, including pre-design, design, procurement, construction, and contract administration will be considered an asset.
• Success in this role requires analytical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, organization and time management skills, along with the ability to work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and political acumen are essential in this role, along with the ability to build effective relationships with contractors, consultants, and colleagues.
  

Working Conditions: Office environment with field visits and site inspections as required.

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Note: Applicants may be considered for current or future opportunities (permanent or temporary) within Infrastructure Services, Operational Services, or Climate & Environment, based on qualifications and evolving organizational needs.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Mobility
• Union: Exempt Engineer
• Position Type: 2 Permanent
• Compensation: Level P3E $115,464 - 144,330 per annum
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: 2808 Spiller Road SE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: November 9, 2026
• Job ID: 315435