Project Engineer (Transmission Lines)

Valard Construction; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier utility contractor in Canada is seeking a Project Engineer to support various transmission projects. The successful candidate will work with Project Managers and Construction Managers to ensure projects are planned, coordinated, and delivered efficiently. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience, particularly with transmission line design and PLS CADD. This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive total rewards package

RRSP matching program

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant engineering project experience.
• Experience with transmission line design.
• Demonstrated familiarity with PLS CADD.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, estimating, and budget preparation.
• Develop material and construction specifications for transmission projects.
• Prepare design packages, material take offs, and procurement requisitions.
• Track material deliveries, inventory, and documentation.
• Coordinate purchase orders, packing slips, and expense submissions.
• Maintain project schedules, progress reports, and quality records.
• Assist with project change orders, including cost and schedule updates.
• Provide technical support to field teams during construction.
• Liaise between project operations and the corporate office.

Skills

Engineering project experience

Transmission line design

Familiarity with PLS CADD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or related Engineering field

Tools

JD Edwards (or similar ERP systems)

Job description

Job Description

Our Transmission group is looking to add a Project Engineer to support various projects across Canada. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and other stakeholders to plan, coordinate, and deliver safe, efficient, and high quality projects.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Support project planning, estimating, and budget preparation
• Develop material and construction specifications for transmission projects
• Prepare design packages, material take offs, and procurement requisitions
• Track material deliveries, inventory, and documentation
• Coordinate purchase orders, packing slips, and expense submissions
• Maintain project schedules, progress reports, and quality records
• Assist with project change orders, including cost and schedule updates
• Provide technical support to field teams during construction
• Liaise between project operations and the corporate office to keep information flowing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or related Engineering field
• 2 years of relevant engineering project experience
• Experience with transmission line design
• Demonstrared familiarity with PLS CADD

Preferred Skills / Experience

• Proven Transmission Line Project experience
• Experience with JD Edwards (or similar ERP systems)
• 8 years of related experience

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Information

• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
• Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.