Engineer III - Construction Standards Lead

cityofwindsor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 121,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Windsor is seeking an Engineer III - Construction Standards Lead to manage standard specifications and ensure compliance for capital projects within the City’s right-of-way. The role leads major infrastructure design and project administration, overseeing engineers and technologists, and coordinating with external parties.

The position requires a Master’s or a Civil/Environmental Engineering degree with several years of municipal experience, a PEO license, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental or related) with 4+ years progressively responsible engineering experience, preferably municipal.
• University degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental or related) with 6+ years progressively responsible engineering experience, preferably municipal.
• Must be licensed by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO).
• Willingness to travel to off-site locations; valid Driver’s Licence required.
• Familiarity with Federal/Provincial/Municipal statutes and By-Laws related to municipal design and construction.
• Strong communication, analytical and supervisory skills; ability to work with City representatives and the public.
• Completion and maintenance of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program; Art of Supervision Program is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the City of Windsor standard specifications and best engineering practice compliance in capital projects and infrastructure in the right-of-way.
• Create and update City of Windsor Standard Specifications; align with new/changed legislation and provincial/federal standards.
• Deliver major infrastructure design and project administration; supervise junior engineers and technologists.
• Liaise with local construction industry, provincial standard committees, and other municipalities on standards, contracts and documentation.
• Perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as per the Corporation’s program.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Engineering degree (Civil/Environmental)

Job description

Why Windsor?

Forward. Together. — Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that supports professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world class entertainment, state-of-the-art facilities, iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks &gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.

Job Title: Engineer III - Construction Standards Lead

Job Posting Number: 2026-0310

Posting Type: Internal and External

Posting Period: Friday, August 28, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:30 p.m

Department: Engineering

Union: Non-Union

Position Status: Temporary Full-Time

Job Code: NU0655

Grade/Class: NU13

Number of Positions: 1

Rate of Pay: $121,335.12 - $147,484.23 Annually

Shift Work Required: No

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The interests of the Office of the Commissioner of Infrastructure Services and facilitates infrastructure projects, while protecting the existing infrastructure, the environment, the general public and the interests of the City of Windsor.
• This position will serve as lead for the City of Windsor standard specifications and best engineering practice compliance in the City’s capital projects and the infrastructure development within the City’s right-of-way.
• This position is responsible for creating and updating City of Windsor Standard Specifications, ensure the City’s construction standards are in line with the new/changed legislations and federal/provincial standards.
• This position is also responsible for the delivery of major infrastructure projects design and project administration, oversee the junior engineers and technologists with respect to the implementation of the design and construction standards and contract administrations.
• Take a liaison role with local construction industry, provincial standard committees, and other municipalities in the province with respect to the construction standards, contract administration and documentation.
• Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.
• Will perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental or related), or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and a minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible engineering experience, preferably in a municipal environment;
• OR Must have a University degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental or related), or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and a minimum of six (6) years progressively responsible engineering experience, preferably in a municipal environment;
• Must be licensed by the Professional Engineers of Ontario;
• Must have the ability to travel to off site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful Driver’s Licence is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment.
• Must be familiar with and have working knowledge of Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes and By-Laws pertaining to the design and construction of municipal services, including the Local Improvement Act, the Municipal Act, the Construction Lien Act, the Drainage Act, the Environmental Assessment Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• Must have proven communication, analytical, interpersonal, supervisory skills, as well as the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with City representatives, other agencies and the general public;
• Should have knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with the work;
• Will be required to complete and remain current the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program;
• Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered and asset.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a sedentary level of work. The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Note:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.