Engineering Project Coordinator

City of Surrey; Surrey; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive city municipality is looking for an Engineering Project Coordinator to enhance infrastructure within the Transportation Division. This vital position involves preparing technical documentation, decision-making on projects, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a two-year diploma in Engineering Technology and a minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience. Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD is essential. The role offers a structured pay scale and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years technical experience including supervisory experience.
• Experience working on municipal transportation projects is an asset.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical documentation including progress reports and funding applications.
• Make decisions on issues of varying complexity.
• Review engineering designs and develop drawings for capital projects.
• Coordinate with internal staff and respond to public inquiries.
• Perform other project-related technical support duties.

Skills

Engineering Technology

AutoCAD

GIS

Communication

Decision making

Education

Two-year diploma in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Job description

City of Surrey

Engineering Project Coordinator

(Term – 18 Months)

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.

City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward.

Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey

Scope

Are you looking for a career opportunity with great potential for growth that will make a direct impact in the community? We are currently hiring for an Engineering Project Coordinator who will play a vital role within our Transportation Division. Reporting to the Capital Programming & Design Team Lead, you will perform technical work in the areas of asset management, service requests, and infrastructure design. Your decision making and problem-solving abilities will be critical as you review and resolve infrastructure delivery issues in the City.

Responsibilities

• Prepares technical documentation (concept design and scope, terms of references, progress reports and tracking tables, funding applications).
• Makes decisions on issues of varying complexity without the direct involvement of a manager, but able to exercise judgement on when to escalate.
• Reviews engineering designs and develops conceptual and cross-section drawings for capital projects.
• Coordinates and connects with internal staff, external agencies, special interest groups, and responds to enquiries from consultants and the public; and
• Performs other project-related technical support duties.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year diploma in Engineering Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution, and a minimum of 5 years technical experience, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Proficiency with using design software such as AutoCAD; experience with GIS is an asset.
• A demonstrated record of improving knowledge, skills, and abilities in the relevant areas of engineering design and project support.
• Related experience in the public sector, and/or working as a consultant on municipal transportation projects is an asset.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Other Information

• Pay Steps (as of 2024 Rates):
• Step 1 — $47.52 per hour
• Step 2 (6 months) — $49.52 per hour
• Step 3 (18 months) — $51.52 per hour
• Step 4 (30 months) — $53.84 per hour

This Posting Closes on February 17, 2026.

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