Transmission Stations Engineer

Morson Group; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Hydro in Burnaby, BC is seeking an intermediate Engineer E3 to join the Transmission Stations and Lines Estimating team. You will prepare cost estimates, develop project schedules, and provide technical support for transmission station and line projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet safety, schedule, and budget goals.

The role requires a P.Eng. with EGBC eligibility, 4+ years in estimating or project delivery, and field experience across British Columbia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC or eligible for registration.
• Minimum four years of engineering experience in estimating, design, or construction of utility, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Minimum two years of direct cost estimating experience, preferably for substations or transmission lines.
• Experience developing project schedules and cost estimates.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and project schedules for rehabilitation, upgrade, and expansion projects.
• Support planning and execution of transmission station and transmission line projects.
• Manage assigned work packages, including scope, schedule, and cost.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Present cost estimates and project information to management.
• Monitor construction methods, market conditions, and cost trends.
• Perform engineering analysis and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Act as the Professional of Record for engineering documents, where required.
• Conduct occasional site visits throughout British Columbia.
• Support construction quality assurance and design compliance.

Skills

Cost estimating

Project planning and scheduling

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Engineering standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Role: Engineer (P.Eng)
Location: Burnaby, BC - in office 2/3 days per week
Hours per week: 37.5
Contract Duration: 12 months
Max T4 Rate: $70/17/
Max INC Rate: $82.80/

Position Summary

BC Hydro is seeking an intermediate Engineer E3 to join the Transmission Stations and Lines Estimating team. The successful candidate will support capital and maintenance projects by preparing cost estimates, developing project schedules, coordinating engineering activities, and providing technical support for transmission station and transmission line projects. The role involves working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with BC Hydro engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and project schedules for rehabilitation, upgrade, and expansion projects.
• Support planning and execution of transmission station and transmission line projects.
• Manage assigned work packages, including scope, schedule, and cost.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Present cost estimates and project information to management.
• Monitor construction methods, market conditions, and cost trends.
• Perform engineering analysis and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Act as the Professional of Record for engineering documents, where required.
• Conduct occasional site visits throughout British Columbia.
• Support construction quality assurance and design compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC or eligible for registration.
• Minimum four years of engineering experience in estimating, design, or construction of utility, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Minimum two years of direct cost estimating experience, preferably for substations or transmission lines.
• Experience developing project schedules and cost estimates.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

Preferred Experience

• Transmission stations and substations
• Transmission line projects (69 kV-500 kV)
• Capital planning
• Protection & Control
• SCADA/Telecommunications
• Primavera P6
• @RISK or equivalent risk analysis software
• Owner’s estimate preparation
• Construction management
• Field experience on large infrastructure projects

Technical Skills

• Cost estimating
• Project planning and scheduling
• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Engineering standards and construction methodologies

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Presentation skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong stakeholder management and teamwork
• Sound engineering judgment
• Adaptability in changing project environments

Professional Requirements

• Permit to Practice with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) prior to assignment.
• Ability to use BC Hydro’s digital signing and sealing technology.
• Compliance with BC Hydro’s Professional Practice Management Plan.