Civil Project Engineer

Aplin & Martin Consultants Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Education assistance

Fitness allowance

RRSP matching

Flexible work

Career growth

Team events

Job summary

Aplin Martin Consultants Ltd. is seeking an experienced Project Engineer in Vancouver to serve as Engineer-of-Record on land development and capital works projects.

You will lead design concepts, oversee contract administration, mentor staff, and ensure milestones are met throughout design and construction phases. Responsibilities include coordinating with clients, contractors, and municipal staff, guiding the design team, and ensuring alignment with project objectives while supporting timely,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in design of land development or capital works.
• Registered as a P.Eng. within the province of work.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Course in Contract Administration and/or MMCD contracts.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with tender preparation and construction administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects through municipal design approvals as Engineer-of-Record.
• Guide detailed engineering design and supervise technical staff.
• Attend meetings with clients, contractors and municipal staff and document outcomes.
• Meet project milestones and manage schedule/scope changes.
• Provide technical oversight during construction and respond to field issues.
• Mentor junior staff and support project management activities.

Job description

About Us

Aplin Martin is a full-service Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Environmental and Survey company, celebrating over 57 years of success in making sustainable communities a reality across Canada.

Over the five decades, the Aplin Martin family has grown into a multi-disciplinary firm of around 300 talented and dedicated professionals delivering innovative and practical design solutions, approval strategies, and project management services to our clients in BC, AB, and ON. We are dedicated to nurturing our employees’ growth and development and providing a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional development that ensures a rewarding career within our organization.

Position Overview

The Project Engineer primarily serves as the Engineer-of-Record on projects they are assigned. On some projects they may perform a role the role of project leader and on and others while on others they may work more significantly closely under the direction of a Project Manager to develop design concepts which are incorporated into the final product by a project team. The Project Engineer will also help guide and oversee the Contract Administration team, supporting delivery through the construction phase. The Additionally, the Project Engineer should play a key role in mentoring new team members, organizing workloads, and ensuring project milestones are achieved.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively coordinate assigned projects through the municipal design approval process as the Engineer-of-Record for the project.
• Direct involvement with the detailed engineering design process, guidance of technical support staff as needed to ensure completion of the design objectives, approvals, and documents
• Exercise judgment on the appropriateness of engineering requirements identified by municipal jurisdictions.
• Attend meetings with clients, contractors and municipal staff and make notes and records of the outcomes of these meetings for project record purposes.
• Meet project milestone events in accordance with client and municipal deadlines.
• Track project progress and obtain authorizations/approvals for changes in schedule/scope.
• Resolve more complex issues during both design and construction phases.
• Provide technical oversight during the construction phase, including review of field issues, contractor inquiries, and design-related changes to ensure alignment with project objectives and design intent.
• Provide guidance and support to the Contract Administration team, assisting with the resolution of complex construction and contract-related matters to support successful project delivery.
• Responsible for the fundamental aspects of project management of assigned projects including budget tracking and invoicing.
• Provides mentorship and evaluation of junior staff.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in design of land development or capital works projects.
• Registered as a P.Eng. within the province of work.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• A formal course in Contract Administration and/or experience with MMCD contracts.
• Ability to work simultaneously on several different projects.
• Consistently able to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experienced and knowledgeable of technical design issues, constructability, cost, and design approvals.
• Experienced and knowledgeable of tender preparation with construction administration experience preferred.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $123,000 per year, commensurate with experience, skillsets, and qualifications.

Benefits & Rewards

• Comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, life insurance, AD&D and LTD
• Education assistance program
• Monthly health & fitness allowance
• Group RRSP program & employer matching
• Flexible working arrangements
• Equal opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization
• Fun social, team building events and professional development activities
• A Culture that supports learning, collaboration, and work-life balance

Aplin Martin is committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance during the hiring process, please reach out at [e-mail].

Aplin Martin is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.