Project Engineer (Utilities Focused)

Job Responsibility: Job Status Regular Full-Time About Us Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC's Top Employers for six years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine day fortnight. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver. Position Overview Our Engineering Planning and Design group has an opportunity for a Project Engineer to manage and conduct professional engineering work in relation to a wide range of municipal civil infrastructure. While the ability to work independently is important, excellent interpersonal skills are critical to succeed in this role as it will see you engage with a range of stakeholders. Examples of work include: acting as engineer of record to design/construct/contract manager in-house works (typically small to mid-size water, sanitary and drainage utility projects but may also include small road/creek/unique works); reviewing/overseeing/supervising the work of in-house design technicians and external consultants and contractors; reviewing design drawings of external consultants that are delivering capital work for the District or drawings of third party organisations (Metro Vancouver, MOTI, BC Hydro, etc). Additionally, the role involves developing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for utility-related projects and serving as the Project Manager for these initiatives. The individual may also support the DNV Utility Asset Management Planning, ensuring that utility assets are effectively managed and maintained. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of utility design and project management principles, as well as the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve project goals. To be successful, you must exemplify our values including a passion to serve, acting with integrity and teamwork. You will also sound knowledge of engineering design principles, methods, techniques and engineering mathematics, and have a commitment to continuous learning and skill improvement to ensure meeting DNV's design requirements. In addition, you must have the ability to: make complex technical computations and estimates and to analyze engineering data and statistics; interpret and prepare engineering plans and specifications; write and present clear, concise and complete reports on technical engineering problems; act as project manager and to ensure adherence to plans and specifications; participate in site visits; review and manage requests related to single-family permit applications; effectively negotiate complex issues with construction contractors and professional consultants in the best interest of the District and taxpayers; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts. Qualifications You will have a Degree in Civil Engineering, a Professional Engineer designation in B.C (Must be registered as a P.Eng at the time of interview) plus a minimum of four years of related experience. The ideal candidate will have experience with water, drainage, and sanitary utility design, and a strong understanding of hydrology and fluid mechanics. Apply The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we're looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, a demonstrated understanding of safety, a commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, and a willingness to take further safety training as required, we would like to hear from you. Please apply with on-line at by June 18, 2024 to be considered. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you. We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the x?m?thk??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located. Compensation The pay range for this exempt position is $116,842.20 to $129,497.97 annually (2024 rates) and is based on a 35 hour work week (Compressed work schedule available) Posting Detail Information Posting Number JP#24-38 Job Open Date 06/04/2024 Job Close Date 06/18/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants