Junior/Intermediate Project Engineer

Vancouver International; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Junior/Intermediate Project Engineer to join their Engineering Projects Department. This permanent, full-time role focuses on managing small to mid-sized design and construction projects, particularly in airport terminal development. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders, ensuring projects meet safety, environmental, and budgetary standards. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that support the airport's ambitious goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2030. If you're eager to build your career in the aviation industry and have a solid foundation in engineering practices, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years experience in design, construction, or consulting.
• Knowledge of airport operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital and investment projects, including scope and budget.
• Liaise with stakeholders and manage construction contracts.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organization

Knowledge of Construction Standards

Risk Management

Education

University Degree in Engineering

PMP Certification

Engineer-in-Training Registration

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

One of YVR’s major goals is to have net zero emissions by 2030. This ambitious goal creates many opportunities for us to work with our partners and the airport community on projects to achieve this target. The Engineering Projects Department is an integral part of YVR, supporting the construction and development projects on Sea Island. The Engineering Department collaborates internally and externally to achieve the goals of the YVR Executive Team and leadership.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about project engineering? Do you have knowledge of construction industry practices and standards? Are you interested in building your career in the aviation industry?

We have a permanent, full-time opportunity for a Junior/Intermediate Project Engineer in the Engineering Projects Department. Reporting to the Manager, Airport Terminal Projects, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation and management of a diverse array of small to mid-sized design and construction projects, focusing on airport terminal and ancillary buildings, while supporting Senior Project Engineers with the delivery of larger or more complex projects.

Cover letter is required.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Managing assigned capital and investment projects, including developing project requirements, project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Preparing and delivering on project implementation plans in collaboration with YVR stakeholders and Airport Operations and Maintenance, while acting as a leader in construction safety and environmental stewardship.
• Preparation and evaluation of Request for Proposal and Tender documents, including scope of work definition, technical requirements, and schedule constraints.
• Managing design teams to develop contract documents and meet desired project outcomes while adhering to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Maintaining and managing construction contracts, schedules, and project budgets including forecasting costs and risk management.
• Liaising with internal Airport Authority departments and external stakeholders throughout the projects, facilitating discussions, reviews, inspections, and site visits.

Key Qualifications Include:

• PMP certification and experience with Procore are advantageous.
• Experience with past commercial projects (retail or restaurant), including base building and/or fit-out, is also a plus.
• Completion of a university degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering combined with a minimum of two years’ (for Junior Project Engineer) or five years’ (for Intermediate Project Engineer) experience in the design, construction, or consulting industry.
• Registered or eligible to register as an Engineer-in-Training with the Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC); completion of the Law and Ethics seminar is required.
• Knowledge of construction industry practices and standards; knowledge of airport operations is an asset.
• Strong project management, organization, and knowledge of contract law and contract administration processes.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.