*Project Engineer (Engineering, Design, and Construction) (2 Positions)

Position Information

Position Status: Full-Time Temporary (Positions to last not later than September 3, 2027 and June 30, 2028)
Department: Liquid Waste Services
Employee Group: Exempt
Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby
Salary Range/ Wage Rate: Professional / Technical, Level P2A ($4,162.95 - $4,895.20 bi-weekly) (2024 wage rates)

Our Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking a *Project Engineer who will join the Capital Projects Initiation and Implementation (CP2i) Team within the Engineering, Design, and Construction Directorate. CP2i focuses on the preparation of project definition and options analysis for major capital projects. CP2i also delivers project through design and construction phases. The team supports the delivery of core liquid waste services in the region and promotes Metro Vancouver’s vision.

You are passionate about delivering Metro Vancouver’s core services to our member municipalities. You are responsible and accountable for the work that you take on, and you strive in a continuous learning environment. You have the ability to understand “big picture” engineering problems without losing sight of the details. You have the ability to perform in a collaborative environment aligning different teams to a common project objective.

The *Project Engineer reports to the Lead Senior Engineer.

This role:

• Performs a range of engineering and project management work including scope definition; preliminary and detailed design; specifications preparation; contract administration, and construction management.
• Works on capital projects from initiation and scope definition, through design phases, to implementation of construction and commissioning stages. Design phases may be completed in-house or via engineering consultants.
• Works on simultaneous projects in various stages of completion. Projects will focus on conveyance infrastructure (linear pipeline, underground chamber, pump station, etc.). An emphasis will be placed on project definition work for major capital projects.
• Clearly communicates project findings to stakeholders and senior management through presentations and report writing.
• Prepares and tracks financial aspects and provides project management oversight. Sets and monitors project schedules. Monitors and controls project costs. Independently solves problems and provides clear recommendations to management as needed.
• Works on routine engineering projects and substantial components of complex engineering initiatives. Works to define scope, schedule and budget and consults senior staff on deviations. May lead projects with well-defined outcomes and acts as a resource to junior engineers and technical staff on routine operational issues.
• Handles problems of some complexity requiring inspection and liaison with contractors and other staff to investigate related operating, construction, and design issues in order to ascertain alternatives. Assesses, evaluates and incorporates technical requirements including input from external agencies and other Metro Vancouver departments. Explains difficult issues and works to establish consensus and compliance.
• Works with engineering staff and consultants and liaises with internal departments and external contacts including member municipalities, regulatory agencies and the general public.
• Identifies potential project issues and makes recommendations for remedy. Uses judgment to adapt and apply procedures to address and resolve situations. Consults on difficult, complex or highly unusual matters or decisions and provides progress and technical updates to senior staff.
• Researches, analyzes, interprets, and studies technical information. Makes conclusions and diagnoses problems based on a sound understanding and application of engineering principles. Ensures quality standards are upheld in field of specialization and establishes project plans based on priorities of the unit or team.
• Performs other related duties as required.

To be successful, you have:

• Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree in a relevant engineering discipline. Some practical technical and/or project management experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience (civil and/or mechanical disciplines).
• Membership or eligibility for immediate membership as a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC).
• Interdisciplinary knowledge from various engineering fields (civil, environmental, mechanical, geotechnical, structural, electrical) is an asset.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements; demonstrated project planning skills to foresee potential issues in future phases.
• Sound technical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and their application in relevant discipline. Ability to interpret and apply standard engineering and related guidelines to area of specialty such as technical manuals, codes and regulations, contracting policies, safety regulations and corporate and board policies.
• Demonstrated contract administration and project management skills. Ability to organize and prioritize a complex series of project components to meet multiple time based deliverables requiring a high level of detail and accuracy. Demonstrates persistence to overcome obstacles.
• Sound written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing including letter, report writing, and presentation skills. Ability to explain difficult issues and works to establish consensus and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain effective and respectful working relationships with internal and external contacts. Skill in dealing tactfully and sensitively in a variety of situations including contact with the public, member municipalities, government agencies and contractors.
• Ability to work under general direction and use sound independent judgment in adapting and applying procedures to address and resolve unusual or problem situations. Uses judgment to determine which methods are applicable in any given situation. Sound problem solving skills; ability to analyze business needs and provide strategic input.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented work environment; contributes to the team with constructive ideas, information and experiences.
• Strong analytical and research skills and ability to present recommendations clearly. Displays a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Proficiency using Microsoft office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s license.

*Candidates with greater or lesser experience may be considered at the Senior Project Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer level, respectively, along with the applicable rate of pay.

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