Engineering Project Manager

At Infrastructure Services (IS), our vision is to inspire trust among citizens and City Council by delivering quality infrastructure. As an Engineering Project Manager, you will lead multi-disciplinary teams through the planning and design of major transportation infrastructure - including roadways, interchanges, bridges, LRT corridors, active modes, and alignment studies - supporting Edmonton's growth under The City Plan. Accountable for project deliverables from concept through preliminary design, you will blend hands-on technical judgment with collaborative leadership to deliver projects on time, on budget, and within scope. You will navigate complex technical challenges, manage project risks, execute public engagement plans, and enforce industry standards to help shape the future of our city.

What will you do?

• Coordinate and manage the planning and design of transportation facilities, ranging from bridges and roads to active modes and transit infrastructure
• Liaise with technical professionals to develop concept and preliminary engineering drawings and deliverable based on City design and construction standards, guidelines and policies
• Collaborate with other City Departments, consultants, outside agencies and the public in the planning and design of transportation facilities
• Manage contract administration, consultant procurement, claims management and consultant performance evaluation
• Manage multiple internal and external Consultant projects in accordance with City procedures and report on project milestones with emphasis on budget, schedule, scope, and quality
• Prepare, update, and maintain project management documentation as per the City’s Project Development and Delivery Model (PDDM) and use project management best practices to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and within scope
• Coordinate the contributions and feedback from project partners and interested parties to ensure collaborative, effective, and efficient project delivery
• Coordinate and conduct meetings, workshops and liaise with other business units at the City of Edmonton
• Collaborate with other City departments in the development and execution of Public Engagement and Communication Plans
• Lead, conduct and participate in public engagement activities including: public events, presentations and one-on-one meetings to provide information, build awareness, and gather feedback on projects
• Respond to inquiries received from the public, other City groups and Council
• Develop or ensure appropriate specifications and standards are developed and/or used based on technical expertise and management of engineering specialists.
• Review and approve, as required, the design and delivery of work performed by engineering consultants
• Apply technical expertise to anticipate, identify and resolve issues that may impact projects

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as Civil, Structural, Environmental or other relevant Engineering degree
• Must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in good standing and registered with APEGA. Registration with APEGA must be obtained prior to commencement of employment
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering and project management experience

Assets:

• Experience developing and implementing public engagement processes
• Experience working within a Google Workspace environment, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar and Drive
• Coursework/training in project management

Skills required for success:

• Technical & Regulatory Expertise: Strong civil/transportation engineering design skills, with comprehensive knowledge of codes, standards, and safety regulations (APEGA, OH&S, TAC, Complete Streets)
• Project & Contract Leadership: Extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects using PMBOK standards, handling procurement, consultants, finances, and competing priorities
• Team Leadership & Delegation: Proven ability to mentor, empower, and lead multi-disciplinary teams and external consultants in a collaborative environment
• Communication & Stakeholders: Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and public engagement skills, with experience preparing council reports and managing sensitive issue relations
• Alignment with our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
• Commitment to embracing a culture of Equity, Diversity, Reconciliation and Inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Work environment:

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite
• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)

Conditions of employment:

• Up to: 1 permanent full-time position
• Hours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary: $94,870.14 - $118,585.27 (Annually)
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent)
• The role may necessitate the use of personal transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with the City of Edmonton policy. This may require business auto insurance

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 employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits .

Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.

Recruitment Consultant: AS/SB

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