Project Engineer

With a population of 32,097, Parkland County offers a range of municipal services and a vibrant mix of agricultural, residential, industrial and recreational opportunities. This unique rural area is situated on the west outskirts of Edmonton, just 20 minutes from downtown, and stretching over 2438 sq. km. of picturesque landscapes.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Parkland County has a Permanent, Full-time position available in the Engineering Services Department for a Project Engineer. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Projects, you are responsible for assisting in project management and coordinating capital and special projects in the areas of water/wastewater utilities, storm water and transportation. The position also conducts technical research and produces technical reports and offers design support. Maintaining Parkland County’s Engineering Design Standards is also a key component of the role. You will have strong administrative, written and oral communication skills along with well-developed project management, organizational, technical and interpersonal skills.

Rate of Pay: $84,830 - $106,040 per annum
Hours of Work: 7 hours/day; 35 hours/week
Benefits: Extensive benefits are offered including an option to join our Earned Day Off Program.

Requirements:

Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental, Water Resources or another Municipal Services related field is required.

Formal training in Project Management or Construction Management of Municipal Infrastructure design and construction will be considered an asset.

Minimum of four (4) years related experience, including project management of capital roads, water, wastewater and other related infrastructure projects as well as design drafting experience.

Eligibility for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). Applicants working towards a P.Eng. designation will be considered at a developmental level.

Proficient with computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Some database and AutoCad experience would be desirable.

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License current satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.

Additional Information:

Interested candidates are invited to apply on our website at https://www.parklandcounty.com

Parkland County has a nepotism policy in effect which limits the consideration of employees’ relatives for employment. Please contact Human Resources for further information on this policy (including the definition of a relative under this policy).

For further information on our organization, please visit www.parklandcounty.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. The personal information submitted pursuant to this advertisement is being collected under the authority of the Municipal Government Act and will be used for Parkland County employment opportunities only. The personal information that you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Employer Contact:

Name: Shonna Haines, HR Business Partner Email: shonna.haines@parklandcounty.com

Additional Job Information:

Salary Range: $84,830 - $106,040 per annum
Position Type: Full-time
Posted Date: Apr 30, 2019
Closing Date: May 17, 2019