Project Engineer

Department: 
Construction & Design

Division: 
Transportation & Construction

Term: 
Permanent Full-Time

Posted On: 
Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Closing Date: 
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 - 5:00 pm

Labour Group: 
SCMMA 222

Posting: 
120(222)

Core Function: 
This position performs professional engineering work related to water, sewer and roadways
projects, including providing project management and supervising staff.

Duties: 

1. Plans, designs, schedules and administers water and sewer, roadways and other assets
within the Infrastructure Services Department for construction and rehabilitation projects,
including preparing detailed designs and selecting materials, supervising the drafting of
plans, preparing specifications and tender documents, obtaining approvals from
regulatory agencies, preparing cost estimates, reviewing tenders and preparing
recommendations, providing contract administration and ensuring compliance with civic
and provincial safety regulations.
2. Prepares comprehensive progress and financial status reports.
3. Plans, directs and administers the collection and analysis of data related to the condition
and capacity of infrastructure systems.
4. Conducts the analysis of operating problems within the Infrastructure Services systems
and develops and recommends solutions.
5. Prepares and updates technical specifications for the supply of materials and the
methods of construction.
6. Investigates, evaluates and recommends acceptance of new or alternate technology.
7. Assists with the development and administration of bylaws and regulations governing the
financing, construction and operation of systems.
8. Supervises and trains technical support staff.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

 Degree in civil or mechanical engineering.

 Four to six years’ progressively responsible engineering experience in municipal water,
sewer and roadways infrastructure.
 Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer by the Association of
Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan.
 Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
 Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
 A vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties is required
 Ability to analyze, evaluate and prepare a wide variety of reports, plans and
specifications.
 Ability to lead, manage and participate in all phases of engineering projects.
 Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors
and the public.
 Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of support staff.
 Skill in the operation of a computer with word-processing and spreadsheet software.