SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER - UTILITIES

PROJECT ENGINEER - UTILITIES - Salary: $126,584.64 - $150,696.00 annual

We are seeking to fill a Senior Project Engineer position and are also open to considering qualified candidates at the Project Engineer level. In a competitive recruitment market, we recognize that strong talent may come with varying levels of experience. As a result, we are interested in candidates who are ready to step into a Senior Project Engineer role immediately, as well as those with the foundational skills, capability, and potential to be hired as a Project Engineer and developed into the senior role over time.

This approach supports both our immediate operational needs and our longer-term talent pipeline. It offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineering professional who is looking to grow their experience, broaden their leadership capacity, and progress into a Senior Project Engineer role through mentorship, development, and progressively responsible work assignments.

SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer in our Utility division of the Engineering Department.  This role involves working in complex and varied engineering and project management work.  Bring your technical depth and your project leadership. This is a senior role for a Professional Engineer who can translate complex hydrology/hydraulics and utility system design into practical, buildable projects, while keeping budgets, schedules, and stakeholders moving in the same direction.  You will be responsible for reviewing the work of colleagues and providing guidance to more junior staff and may supervise other technical staff.
You’ll lead significant municipal infrastructure projects from concept to commissioning, guide consultants and internal teams, and help shape standards and long-range plans that support a growing community.

As a Senior Technical and Project leader, you will:

• Provide senior-level engineering leadership within a collaborative team responsible for analyzing, planning, and managing City utility infrastructure, with a focus on drinking water, sewage collection, and stormwater management.
• Lead and deliver complex projects involving utility system performance investigations, system improvement planning, and demand management initiatives such as water metering, inflow & infiltration (I&I) reduction, and rainwater management.
• Develop and implement performance and asset management tools, including key performance indicators (KPIs), performance reporting, and lifecycle planning approaches that support service delivery, risk management, and capital prioritization.
• Consult and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including residents, businesses, community groups, developers, external agencies, and staff across multiple City departments to achieve City objectives.
• Retain and oversee consultants and contractors, including scope development, procurement support, contract administration, progress and cost control, technical review of deliverables, and quality assurance to ensure work meets City standards, schedule, and budget.
• Manage large and/or multi-disciplinary projects involving water distribution, sanitary sewer collection, and drainage systems.
• Take projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, and close-out, ensuring quality outcomes and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze requirements, constraints, and risks—then recommend the most effective technical approach.
• Prepare and review designs, technical reports, and contract specifications (consulting services, equipment, and construction).
• Develop and manage overall project budgets, monitor costs, and control expenditures to ensure effective use of public funds.
• Negotiate scope changes, technical solutions, and (when required) significant technical/financial interests on behalf of the City.
• Act as the City’s appointed representative for project and contract obligations, including site inspections and regulatory determinations.
• Liaise with internal partners, the public, utilities, property/legal stakeholders, and other levels of government/regulatory bodies.
• Mentor junior engineers/technical staff.
  

   

   

   

What You Bring:

You’re a strong communicator and a confident technical leader with proven experience in municipal utility systems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (reports, letters, presentations).

Required Qualifications:

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 is an asset and preferred.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s license

PROJECT ENGINEER
Salary: $126,584.64 - $150,696.00 annual

POSITION OVERVIEW 

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Engineer to join our Engineering Department. Reporting to the Manager- Utilities, the Project Engineer acts as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager for a range of municipal projects primarily involving utilities infrastructure (water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater). 
This role provides project leadership and/or guidance across all phases—from concept through analysis and planning to design, construction, and completion, ensuring successful delivery of projects aligned with the City’s planning processes and strategic priorities. You will manage project scope, schedule, and budget, identify and mitigate risks, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure quality and consistency through peer review and mentorship of junior staff.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage and execute municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
Analyze water, sewer and/or drainage utility networks, develop infrastructure upgrade plans, utilize modeling software such as WaterCAD and InfoWorks ICM; query, manipulate and analyze large datasets using various software packages including Esri ArcPro; collaborate with consultants and stakeholders
Develop project schedules and manage critical path tasks to meet key milestones.
Oversee project budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with deliverables.
Lead project teams and coordinate efforts with internal departments, consultants, contractors, and external stakeholders.
Prepare RFPs, RFQs, and Invitations to Tender; review submissions and make award recommendations.
Ensure compliance with Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD), bylaws, and engineering standards.
Provide technical guidance, peer reviews, and mentorship to junior staff.
Communicate complex engineering concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Review existing policies and make recommendations for improvements.
Respond effectively to inquiries and engage respectfully with the public and external organizations.
Represent the City in meetings and public forums related to infrastructure planning and development.

Required Competencies:
•    Strong understanding of municipal infrastructure system analysis, planning, design, servicing, and engineering principles.
•    Strong understanding of hydrology and hydraulics as related to municipal water, sewage and drainage infrastructure
•    Proven ability to manage complex infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams.
•    Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
•    Ability to collaborate and foster positive working relationships under challenging conditions.
•    Familiarity with municipal bylaws, development review processes, and regulatory frameworks.
•    Adaptability to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.

Required Qualifications:

•    Bachelor of Applied Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
•    Minimum of five (5) years of recent related experience.
•    Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a Professional Engineer or Engineer-      in-Training (EIT).
•    Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This is an exempt position working 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 recruitment@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.