Project Engineer II

NES Fircroft Ltd; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Engineer II, where your expertise in engineering design and project management will be pivotal. This role involves supporting project execution, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and facilitating communication between teams and contractors. You will lead the development of critical project documents and manage transitions between project phases. With a focus on large-scale industrial projects, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the oil and gas sector. If you are passionate about engineering and thrive in dynamic environments, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in engineering, project management, and construction oversight.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support project execution within defined budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate project phase-gate deliverables and manage issue resolution.
• Act as liaison between Project Team and contractors.

Skills

Engineering Design

Project Management

Construction Oversight

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Primavera P6

SAP

Job description

Position Title: Project Engineer II
Pay Rate: $74/hour
Location: Edmonton
Main Functions
The Project Engineer II performs engineering design evaluations and supports project execution within defined budgets and schedules. This role includes reviewing technical reports, resolving engineering issues, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The position functions under immediate supervision and follows pre-established guidelines. The engineer may also serve as a backup to the Project Manager when required.
Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents, evaluate bids, and assist in contractor selection.
• Support identification and sourcing of long-lead equipment; provide engineering support through the FEED stage until handoff.
• Coordinate preparation of project phase-gate deliverables.
• Facilitate development of the Functional Interaction Plan.
• Manage the project issue resolution process.
• Coordinate and document project change requests; support the approval process for change authorizations.
• Ensure completion of work scope in alignment with overall Project Objectives.
• Confirm that design and construction activities meet project specifications, standards, and quality expectations.
• Act as liaison between the Project Team and contractors to ensure effective communication.
• Support seamless transitions between project lifecycle phases (FEED to execution, execution to turnover, etc.).
• Provide leadership to the Project Management Team in applying corporate project management systems and best practices.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of experience in engineering, construction, and project management.
• Multidisciplinary background with demonstrated experience in engineering design, project controls, and construction oversight.
• Strong understanding of applicable design standards, industry codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and coordination abilities; adaptable to shifting priorities and timelines.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Key Candidate Criteria

1. Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience, ideally in oil & gas, petrochemical, or large-scale industrial projects.
• Experience using structured project management systems (e.g., stage gate methodologies) is a strong asset.

1. Technical Expertise

• Experience in project engineering across FEED, procurement, and execution phases.
• Familiarity with contractor interface management, long-lead equipment procurement, and change control processes.
• Knowledge of industry standards, specifications, and safety/regulatory compliance.

1. Project Management Skills

• Solid understanding of the project lifecycle with an ability to manage transitions between project phases.
• Experience managing deliverables, resolving project issues, and coordinating multi-disciplinary stakeholders.
• Background in ITT development and bid evaluation.

1. Software Proficiency

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with project tools such as Primavera P6, SAP, or other scheduling and cost control systems is considered a plus.

Preferred/Bonus Criteria

• Experience on major capital or energy infrastructure projects within Canada.
• P.Eng. designation (Professional Engineer) in Canada.
• Familiarity with the Canadian energy sector and Edmonton or Calgary-based projects.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.