Project Engineer - 53499

Closing Date: Oct 21, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)

The Real Estate Branch combines real estate and land development expertise to create synergies across a diverse portfolio: we own, lease, maintain and operate the City’s inventory of property including land, buildings and facilities. Our Branch provides expert real estate services to the corporation and integrates multiple interests so that Council can achieve its vision.

The Land Development section functions as a land developer on behalf of the City of Edmonton by making investments to City owned land that is not required for municipal purposes to increase its financial and social value, before sale. To complete this work, we carry out the full range of land development activities from due diligence, planning to construction. Our team manages a diverse portfolio that includes greenfield residential, mixed-use, commercial, and industrial land; surplus land; surplus school sites and many more. We also provide expert land development support, advice and recommendations to areas throughout the corporation.

This position will report directly to the General Supervisor, Land Development Delivery (Senior Engineer) and provide administrative and technical support in the delivery of a wide variety of land development projects. You will utilize your excellent communication skills while exercising good engineering judgment to resolve issues, find solutions and advance projects.

What will you do?:

• Lead and/or support a diverse project team of consultants, contractors, and partners, both internal and external, to achieve project objectives
• Support the development of multiple complex projects in various phases including planning/conceptual, design, construction and warranty/close-out, as well as provide assistance to other areas during acquisition and sale of land
• Prepare feasibility work related to potential land development projects by reviewing planning and technical reports, drawings and other sources of information to ascertain a sites servicing requirements / constraints, create concepts and evaluate its development potential
• Prepare proformas for land development projects accounting for all costs including revenue and recoveries while noting all assumptions
• Utilize land development and engineering knowledge to assist other areas within the City by providing opinions and potential solutions to issues or questions related to land development
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external partners in a constructive, solutions based approach to resolve technical issues and advance projects while building relationships and aligning with Land Development, Real Estate Branch and City goals
• Prepare clear and concise emails, reports, memos, Council and Committee reports which may involve explaining highly technical information in a simplified manner to an audience with no related technical background
• In the capacity as owner/client, review and comment on technical deliverables submitted by consultants to ensure scope of work is adequately addressed
• Review invoices and progress payment certificates and recommend payment for consultants and contractors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field of Engineering such as Civil Engineering
• Must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in good standing and registered with APEGA. Applicants in a different Canadian jurisdiction eligible for Inter-Provincial Mobility (IPMA) with APEGA may be considered. Registration with APEGA must be obtained prior to commencement of employment
• A minimum of four (4) years of engineering experience in land development with progressively increasing levels of responsibility

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of land development process, including conceptual / preliminary engineering, detailed design, construction, warranty / closeout
• Experience in land development approvals process as well as familiarity with typical construction practices related to land development projects, including construction of earthworks, sewer and water, roadways, power / streetlighting and landscaping
• Experience with procurement of construction and consulting services including creation of tender documents, scope of work and evaluation criteria
• Knowledge of design and construction standards, specifications, bylaws and legislation as they relate to land development
• Well-developed written and verbal communication, problem-solving, diplomacy and negotiating skills in dealing with consultants, contractors and landowners in an often politically charged environment
• Skill in producing project budgets, proformas and cost estimates at various stages of a project
• Understanding of the City’s Permanent Area Contribution (PAC), Arterial Roadway Assessment (ARA) and Over Expenditure (OE) systems
• Ability to analyze complex technical information and construction site conditions and make timely decisions
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple activities and projects; meet critical deadlines and prioritize work
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Must have own vehicle to be able to travel to sites. Mileage to be reimbursed in accordance with the City of Edmonton policy. This may require business auto insurance

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] . Learn more about our benefits .

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 36.9 Hours per week

Salary Range: $80,592.37 - $115,131.960 Annually

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AO/MM

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