Project Engineer - Western Canada District

Kiewit; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering and construction firm is seeking a Project Engineer in Metro Vancouver. You will be integral in project planning and execution within the heavy civil infrastructure sector, ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience and a degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Life insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in construction operations, preferably in infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead a team of construction professionals.
• Understanding of engineering principles and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and coordination.
• Provide engineering support to address technical challenges.
• Monitor project progress and manage subcontractors.
• Oversee project documentation and quality control.
• Foster positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Construction operations experience

Project management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Procore

P6

HCSS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Requisition ID:174286

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Western Canada District

Department:Project Engineering

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected engineering and construction organizations building infrastructure across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. With our roots dating back to 1884, Kiewit has sustained a strong culture built on hard work, integrity, and a collaborative team environment.

Kiewit's Project Engineers are at the core of our construction operations, ensuring that projects are executed on schedule, within scope, and under budget. You will be part of a team that delivers successful projects in markets such as transportation, water/wastewater, and power. We are seeking professionals who bring technical expertise, leadership skills construction field operations, and a passion for safety to ensure Nobody Gets Hurt.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Western Canada District is headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, bridges, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hard working individuals with a passion for construction who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty!

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Our current opportunities are spread across the entire West Coast of Canada and the USA. Travel or relocation may be required for current and upcoming projects.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Assist with project planning, scheduling, and coordination to ensure that construction activities comply with project requirements and Kiewit standards.
• Engineering & Technical Support: Provide engineering support and solutions to address technical challenges, improve productivity, and optimize project designs.
• Project Management: Work closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to monitor project progress, manage subcontractors, and ensure that safety, quality, and environmental standards are met.
• Cost Management & Reporting: Monitor and manage project costs and budgets, review daily job costs, and produce accurate reports for tracking and forecasting purposes.
• Documentation & Compliance: Oversee project documentation, including RFI logs, submittals, permits, drawings, and specifications, ensuring all documentation is current and accessible.
• Quality Control: Conduct inspections and monitor quality throughout the project lifecycle, collaborating with the quality team to resolve issues and achieve project quality standards.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Foster positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure collaborative and effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in construction operations, preferably in infrastructure, heavy civil, or industrial sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, P6, HCSS) and Microsoft Office Suite; understanding of engineering principles, construction processes, and safety protocols.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to lead a team of construction professionals and collaborate effectively across project teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to project challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with internal teams, clients, and project stakeholders.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Compensation:$95,000 -$115,000+

• Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location
• We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
• We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discriminationand complywith all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.