SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER - DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As the Senior Project Engineer for Design & Construction with the City of Maple Ridge, you will engage in complex and varied engineering and project management tasks, which may include technology evaluation, facilities planning, design and construction, operations and maintenance, and environmental assessments. You will apply the principles and practices of your profession to ensure results are achieved in a sound and practical manner. Leveraging a range of engineering, design, and analysis experience along with project management skills, you will establish plans and complete projects based on departmental priorities and corporate initiatives. Your role involves participating in short- and long-term planning, making independent decisions on work methods and procedures, and being responsible for overall project budgets. You will monitor and control costs to ensure the effective expenditure of allocated funds. Additionally, you will peer review the work of colleagues, provide guidance to more junior staff, and potentially supervise other engineers or technical staff. Work assignments are self-initiated or received from the Manager and are performed with considerable independence of action and judgment, in accordance with established policies. The Manager evaluates your work performance based on the achievement of departmental goals, objectives, and mutually agreed-upon performance and client satisfaction ratings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor of Applied Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline with 6-8 years recent related experience following professional registration; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Membership or eligibility for immediate membership as a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC). Previous experience in municipal government and or in the civil constructions industry is an asset and preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Sound technical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and their application in relevant discipline.
• Ability to act as a resource to staff and provide sound and practical guidance for unusual or problem situations.
• Ability to interpret and apply engineering and technical guidelines and principles related to area of specialization such as technical manuals, codes and regulations, contracting policies, safety regulations and corporate and board policies.
• Ability to adapt or adjust guidelines and procedures for unique or difficult situations.
• Proven contract administration and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex series of project components for large complex projects to meet multiple time based deliverables requiring a high level of detail and accuracy.
• Ability to resolve problems within established guidelines and procedures; ability to use judgment to determine which methods are applicable in any given situation.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing including letter, report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to explain difficult concepts and persuades others to adopt a point of view or way of doing things.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain respectful working relationships with internal and external contacts under circumstances that are considerably complex and time sensitive.
• Skill in dealing openly, tactfully and sensitively in a variety of situations including dealings with the public, member municipalities, government agencies and contractors.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team oriented work environment and deal effectively with disagreements and prevent the escalation of conflict.
• Ability to work under broad direction and use significant independent judgment to problem solve when more than one option is possible.
• Ability to identify opportunities to address emerging needs.
• Proven ability to take initiative, work with minimal supervision and effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to meet timelines and objectives requiring persistence to overcome obstacles.
• Demonstrates understanding of the organizational culture, processes and mechanisms necessary to attain work objectives; upholds Metro Vancouver’s reputation through positive and forthright dealings with other organizations and members of the public.
• Ability to supervise, coach and guide others while enhancing individual and team effectiveness.
• Ability to mentor and foster the development junior engineer, technical staff and direct reports as required. Proficiency using Microsoft office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES

Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s license.

HOURS OF WORK:

80 hours bi-weekly

EQUITY STATEMENT

At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hrenquires@mapleridge.ca.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.