Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager

at  Associated Engineering Group of Companies

Job Description:
We currently have an opening for a Project Engineer/Associate Project Manager in the Bridge Management Group in our Edmonton office. The successful candidate will have experience engaging with clients directly in providing innovative design solutions in the transportation sector. You will lead with a forward-thinking approach that promotes a team environment to improve overall group performance and client service. You will provide technical expertise and project management on transportation projects for public and private sector clients with a focus on bridges.

What we offer:

• A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible by both bus and LRT.
• A hybrid work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office. Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, and company-matching pension program.
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
• Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
• An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office and offers subsidized tickets to local events like Taste of Edmonton.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting municipalities in a client-facing role to help them effectively manage their bridge and culvert inventory through structural site condition inspections, asset prioritization and grant funding opportunities
• Providing a leadership role in the preparation of bridge and culvert rehabilitation and replacement designs, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents, as well as participating in scheduling, budgeting, tendering, contract administration, and inspection.
• Advancing projects through the proposal, concept, design, and construction phases; working with existing clients; and helping to developing new clients.
• Delivering projects on budget and within identified schedules.
• Assisting as a contact for project-related client communications.
• Leading a multi-disciplinary project team to undertake major transportation projects.
• Engaging in a collaborative work environment with your team as well as other disciplines and offices.

Job Requirements:

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution; or a Civil Engineering Diploma from an accredited technical institution.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA, or a C.E.T. with ASET.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in Civil Engineering for public and private sector clients with a focus bridge work.
• Project Management or Assistant Project Management experience is a strong asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel throughout Alberta.

• Supporting municipalities in a client-facing role to help them effectively manage their bridge and culvert inventory through structural site condition inspections, asset prioritization and grant funding opportunities
• Providing a leadership role in the preparation of bridge and culvert rehabilitation and replacement designs, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents, as well as participating in scheduling, budgeting, tendering, contract administration, and inspection.
• Advancing projects through the proposal, concept, design, and construction phases; working with existing clients; and helping to developing new clients.
• Delivering projects on budget and within identified schedules.
• Assisting as a contact for project-related client communications.
• Leading a multi-disciplinary project team to undertake major transportation projects.
• Engaging in a collaborative work environment with your team as well as other disciplines and offices