Project Engineer II

Agilus Work Solutions; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Agilus by Synergie is seeking a Project Engineer II to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for gas compressor station construction projects in Edmonton, Alberta. The role requires field and office work, strong engineering judgment, and the ability to manage multiple assignments.

Successful candidates have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 4–7 years of related experience, with proficiency in project management and communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited program.
• 4–7 years of engineering, utility, construction management, project execution, or construction project experience.
• Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field and engineering issue resolution, including escalation, documentation, and follow-up.
• Provide status reports to management detailing safety, progress and site issues.
• Communicate project status, risks, and schedule impacts to teams and leadership.
• Assess field conditions and proposed construction changes for impacts to design, safety, operations, scope, cost, and schedule.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Engineering project software

Job description

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Project Engineer II in the Oil and Gas Sector in Edmonton, Alberta. The primary focus of this role is to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve gas compressor station construction project issues promptly, balancing cost considerations while meeting the intended design. Individuals are located on site in BC, working directly with Construction teams and the contractors, Works closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, municipalities, property owners, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. This position requires technical capability, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in both office and field environments.

Total rewards: $50.00 hourly, 12 Months of contract position, 5 Days on/2 Days off. Will accept the candidates who don't have P.Eng yet, and are close to receiving it.

Field based in British Columbia during gas compressor station construction and commissioning, with shift rotation matching contractors

A typical day:

• Coordinate field and engineering issue resolution, including escalation, documentation, and follow-up.
• Provide daily/weekly/bi-weekly reports of the status of the project to management and construction detailing safety, outlining progress, changes and site issues.
• Project Controls, Communication, and Closeout: Communicate project status, technical issues, risks, and schedule impacts to project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Engineering and Technical Support: Assess field conditions and proposed construction changes for impacts to design, safety, operations, project scope, cost, and schedule, Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve construction issues promptly, balancing cost considerations with meeting the intended design.
• Provide on site project field engineering support for duration of construction and commissioning activities.
• Project Planning and Construction Execution: Coordinate contractor activities and monitor performance against project requirements, schedules, and contractual obligations.
• Support permit acquisition, track permit requirements, and coordinate with municipalities and permitting authorities.
• Coordinate activities among Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, contractors, inspectors, environmental representatives, property owners, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and initiate field change orders, support purchase order management and contract modifications, and route requests through established approval processes.

Successful candidates will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering program. Preferred disciplines include Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or related engineering fields.
• 4-7 years of engineering, utility, construction management, project execution, or construction project experience, Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering recommendations.
• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills, Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functional teams.
• Experience with natural gas transmission systems, utility construction, or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of natural gas system design, compressor station construction, and utility operations.
• Familiarity with permitting processes, municipal coordination, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with project management principles, contractor oversight, and capital project delivery.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Oracle and other engineering and project management software applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.