Project Engineer (Competition #24-53)

at  Parkland County

Parkland County has an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Project Engineer in the Engineering Services department. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Projects, the Project Engineer is responsible for project management and coordinating capital and special projects in the areas of water and wastewater utilities, storm water, and transportation. The position conducts technical research and produces technical reports while offering design support. This position must have expertise and a knowledge base in a wide range of Engineering, Public Works and Road Maintenance & Drainage activities such as project administration, contract preparation and management, and budget and asset management. The Project Engineer will also assist with oversight of the municipal transit operations and establishing and maintaining aspects of the corporate wide asset inventory of all County assets. Possessing well developed project management, organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills is required.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• A Bachelor’s of Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering, Environment, Water Resources, or another Municipal Services related field is required. Formal training in Project Management or Construction Management of Municipal Infrastructure design and construction would be considered an asset.
• Eligibility for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) is required. Applicants with a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) designation or working towards a P.Eng. will be considered at a *developmental level (see total rewards section for more information).
• Five (5) years of related experience including project management of capital roads, water, wastewater and other related infrastructure with design drafting experience is required.
• Five (5) years Experience with or knowledge of municipal transit operations and municipal infrastructure asset management would be preferred.
• Strong administrative, written and oral communication skills are required. Must possess strong organization and interpersonal skills while working both independently and as part of a team.
• Must possess practical application and knowledge related to utility installation, relocation and maintenance.
• Must be proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Some database and AutoCAD experience would be preferred.
• Possession of a valid Alberta driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required.

The total rewards package for this position includes:
A starting annual salary of $82,300 to $102,800, commensurate with education and experience, based on a 35-hour work week and option to join the Earned Day Off Program. *Developmental level candidates may be considered at a lower salary range of $74,800 to $93,500.
In addition, extended health and dental benefits, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid sick time, three (3) weeks vacation a year with your birthday off, flexible work arrangements allowing remote work options (based on position’s needs), and personal days are offered. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a mental health committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view the complete Total Rewards Package for this position!

Please refer the Job description for details