Project Engineer – Municipal Works

City of Medicine Ha; Medicine Hat; Presencial; CAD 99 000 - 121 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

City of Medicine Hat is seeking a Project Engineer – Municipal Works to lead diverse municipal infrastructure initiatives. You will drive projects from planning and design to construction, managing budgets and coordinating with contractors, consultants, and internal departments.

Bring a Civil Engineering degree and 6+ years of related experience, plus a strong grasp of regulatory standards, design reviews, and public engagement.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; municipal engineering preferred.
• Six (6) years of related professional engineering experience in transportation and stormwater planning/design/project management preferred.
• APEGA registration required; PMP/RSP assets considered.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Safety sensitive role with pre-employment drug screen.

Responsabilidades

• Lead municipal infrastructure projects from planning through tendering, construction, and commissioning.
• Coordinate road improvements, stormwater infrastructure, traffic projects, and other municipal initiatives.
• Review designs and drawings for compliance with municipal standards and servicing requirements.
• Provide technical engineering advice on transportation systems and development proposals.
• Coordinate approvals, public engagement, regulatory requirements, and communications with partners.
• Manage budgets, schedules, consultants, and contractors for project delivery.
• Prepare capital plans, cost estimates, business cases, and funding applications.
• Research engineering best practices and apply to planning and design.
• Represent Municipal Works on committees and with other departments, developers, consultants, and government agencies.
• Engage residents through open houses and public conversations, addressing concerns.

Conhecimentos

Civil engineering design

Project coordination

Regulatory compliance

Public engagement

Budget management

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (municipal engineering major)

Ferramentas

GIS

Microsoft 365

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Project Engineer – Municipal Works

Permanent | Full-Time | On-site
Starting at $110,000 /year · Relocation assistance available

Help shape the infrastructure that keeps our community moving. As the Project Engineer – Municipal Works, you'll contribute to a diverse range of municipal infrastructure projects, including transportation systems, traffic management, stormwater management, and road improvements. From engineering designs to delivering capital projects, you'll help ensure our infrastructure meets the needs of a growing community.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful engineering projects from conception to design through construction and completion. With several major infrastructure projects on the horizon, you'll work alongside a collaborative team to deliver improvements that will have a lasting impact on Medicine Hat.

We're a team that believes how we work is just as important as the work we do. Grounded in our values - Own It, Team Up, Be Curious, and Service with Care - we're committed to delivering meaningful impact for our community while supporting each other along the way.

How you'll own it

• Lead municipal infrastructure projects from planning and design through tendering, construction, and commissioning.
• Coordinate the delivery of road improvements, stormwater infrastructure, traffic projects, and other municipal engineering initiatives.
• Review engineering designs, technical drawings, and specification to ensure compliance with municipal standards and servicing requirements.
• Provide technical engineering advice on transportation systems, stormwater management, development proposals, and related infrastructure matters.
• Coordinate project approvals, public engagement, regulatory requirements, and communication with internal and external partners.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, consultants, and contractors to support successful project delivery.
• Prepare capital plans, project estimates, business cases, and funding applications to support municipal infrastructure priorities.
• Research and apply engineering best practices, technical standards, and innovative approaches to infrastructure planning and design.
• Represent Municipal Works Engineering on committees and collaborate with other City departments, developers, consultants, and government agencies.
• Engage with residents and the public through open houses, project consultations, and on‑site conversations, responding to concerns and working toward practical solutions.

What you bring

• Hands‑on experience with civil engineering design, technical reviews, and infrastructure project delivery.
• Knowledge of transportation infrastructure, road design, stormwater management, drainage systems, or related municipal infrastructure.
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage timelines, competing priorities, and project requirements.
• An understanding of engineering standards, regulatory requirements, construction practices, and contract administration.
• The ability to communicate technical information clearly to colleagues, consultants, contractors, and members of the public.
• Confidence engaging with residents and addressing questions or concerns professionally, including at public open houses and construction sites.
• A collaborative approach, with the initiative to work independently while contributing to a supportive engineering team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, sound professional judgment, and a commitment to delivering quality work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with the ability to learn new technical applications.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with a municipal engineering major, from a recognized post‑secondary institution.
• Preference for six (6) years of related professional engineering experience in transportation and stormwater management systems planning, design, and project management. Municipal engineering or consulting experience is preferred.
• Professional registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
• A Road Safety Professional (RSP) designation and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification would be considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• An equivalent combination of management‑approved education, training, and experience may be considered.
• This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre‑employment drug screen, which includes testing for cannabis use.

Why you'll love working with us

We show up with accountability, care, and teamwork - every day, with every person. Our values guide how we work together, serve our community, and support one another so we can deliver exceptional public service.

• Collaborative team culture: Be part of a supportive environment where we Team Up to deliver great community outcomes.
• Career growth and development: We encourage you to Be Curious, offering training and development that fosters continuous learning.
• Competitive total rewards: We Own It by offering comprehensive benefits, pension, health and dental coverage, and competitive compensation.
• Flexibility & work life balance: Our commitment to Service with Care includes supporting your wellbeing at work and at home.

Life in Medicine Hat

With over 330 days of sunshine each year, Medicine Hat offers an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy beautiful parks, vibrant cultural experiences, short commute times, and a relaxed cost of living, along with abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation in every season. Whether you're relocating or returning to southern Alberta, you'll find a welcoming community that's an excellent place to live, work, learn, and play. Opportunity Awaits – Move to Medicine Hat.

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