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Req ID: 1972
Business Unit: Infrastructure and Water Services
Division: Corporate Capital Project Delivery Svcs
Regular / Auxiliary: Regular
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/J21
Rate of Pay: $62.61 - $70.23 per hour
Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly
Posting Date: August 4, 2026
Closing Date: Open until filled, review of submissions to begin on September 8, 2026
Summary
This project and construction management position is responsible for arranging, coordinating and overseeing the internal and external specialist resources required to support the planning, design and construction of large-scale civil capital works projects pertaining to Regional Parks (trails and natural areas) Transportation (bridges and crossings), Watershed Protection (bridges and dams), liquid waste, water, environment, air quality, energy conservation, public facility and infrastructure construction and contract management with the overlying purpose of protecting public health and the environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Acts as the project manager on assigned projects following all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
- Provides professional certification of work within field of expertise, including signing and sealing related design drawings and as-constructed drawings.
- Provides professional and technical expertise, guidance and direction to technicians and staff including acting as project lead as assigned.
- Oversees the planning, design and construction of approved capital works projects focusing on Regional Parks (trails and natural areas) Transportation (bridges and crossings), Watershed Protection (bridges and dams), liquid waste, water, environment, air quality, , energy conservation, public facility and infrastructure.
- Develops, implements and oversees project–related scopes of work, schedules and budgets.
- Develops criteria for and manages contracts with consultants, contractors, survey crews and other external specialists, including monitoring performance to ensure construction standards are met, and preparing status reports.
- Performs evaluations on facilities including detailed analysis and problem solving as well as prepares recommendations and planning estimates, including cost estimates and design proposals.
- Develops and executes engineering feasibility studies including cost analysis and technical reports.
- Prepares and presents reports and recommendations to CRD staff, Committees, Councils, Advisory Groups and community associations.
- Establishes and maintains effective communications between internal and external stakeholders to foster successful completion of projects and plans.
- Acts as a primary contact and liaison with consultants and external stakeholders.
- Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Additional Information
- Knowledge of SCADA and Corporate information systems an asset.
- Position requires attending construction inspections with exposure to all weather conditions.
Key Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated experience in project and construction management, preparing work plans, contract documents and possessing good negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
- Operational knowledge of Worksafe BC regulations regarding worker/contractor safety and Employer’s responsibilities.
- Excellent communications (verbal and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills are required.
- Working knowledge and experience in the application and interpretation of federal, provincial and municipal legislation, regulations and guidelines Knowledge and ability to use various computer word processing, spreadsheet and project scheduling programs and databases.
- Demonstrated understanding of design and construction of public works facilities (paths, bridges, water, sewer, roads, utilities, building structural, mechanical and electrical systems, etc.) through each phase from conceptual design to completion.
- Demonstrated experience with preliminary and detailed design functions and carry out feasibility studies including cost estimates.
- Willing to be part of a high performance environment with the ability to work effectively efficiently and independently under stressful conditions often involving multiple deadlines and conflicting agendas.
- Well-developed leadership, relationship-building and decision making skills.
- Ability to prepare detailed and comprehensive technical reports, specifications, terms of reference, requests for proposals, contracts and specifications.
Qualifications
- Degree in a related discipline
- A minimum of 10 years' progressively responsible experience
Certifications
- Professional engineering (P.Eng.) designation with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) or eligibility for designation.
- Valid BC Driver's Licence
APPLICATIONS
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.
We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during the application and selection process. Your confidential request can be sent to careers@crd.bc.ca
The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.
