Engineering Technologist

City of Courtenay; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Courtenay seeks an Engineering Technologist to manage multiple capital projects, coordinate with external consultants, and monitor budgets. You will review drawings, visit sites, and assist with public inquiries and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, BC driver license, and eligibility for AScT, with 3–5 years of municipal engineering experience and strong MS Office/AutoCAD skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Eligible for AScT with BC registration.
• Criminal Records Check required.
• 3–5 years in civil/municipal engineering with project management/contract administration.
• Proficient in MS Office, GIS, AutoCAD and survey instruments.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management for multiple projects in Capital Projects.
• Direct external service providers and monitor budgets.
• Review drawings and reports; attend construction sites.
• Support public inquiries, stakeholder engagement and bylaw development.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication

MS Office

AutoCAD

GIS

Survey Instruments

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

GIS Software

Job description

City of Courtenay

Engineering Technologist

The City of Courtenay invites applications for a position of 'Engineering Technologist” in the Capital Projects Division of the Infrastructure and Environmental Engineering Services Department. This is a union position subject to the terms and conditions in the collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

The Engineering Technologist, working with the Manager of Capital Projects, provides project management services on multiple projects simultaneously and at various stages of the project management process. This involves directing and supporting projects’ external service providers; tracking and monitoring project budgets; reviewing and critiquing drawings and reports; and attending construction sites during the construction of projects. The Technologist also assists with public inquiries, stakeholder engagement and bylaw development., which may involve reviewing existing City policies and investigating potential solutions.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from a recognized educational institution, or equivalent academic training and experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License
• Eligible for membership in Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC with the designation of AScT.
• Criminal Records Check
• Considerable (3 - 5 years) in civil/municipal engineering field specifically related to project management and contract administration
• Sound experience in the use of MS Office, GIS, AutoCAD and related software, and survey instruments
• Some experience in environmental assessment, permitting, or climate change adaptation and traffic/transportation engineering is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, terminology, practices and techniques
• Considerable knowledge of legislated civil construction codes and regulations
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong office computer skills: MS Office, MS Project, AutoCAD
• Ability to deal with contractors and consultants in a professional and timely manner
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations, bylaws, policies, procedures, engineering design standards and specifications
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Physical ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the day; occasionally attend and inspect construction sites including climbing in and out of ditches and trenches; ability to work in inclement weather

The current hourly wage rate is $44.45 based on a 35-hour work week (Schedule “A”).

The City of Courtenay is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.

Date Posted: August 26, 2026
Competition #26070