Municipal Engineer III

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides opportunities to develop your career while supporting the community. The City is committed to a diverse workforce, reconciliation, and increasing Indigenous representation within the organization. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons to self-declare when submitting their applications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering, the Municipal Engineer III is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, implementation, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects and services. This senior technical role provides expertise in engineering design review, contract administration, field oversight, consultant and contractor coordination, budget and schedule monitoring, infrastructure planning, and project reporting.

The incumbent will oversee and support capital projects from planning through construction; review engineering designs and development applications; provide technical advice to internal departments, consultants, contractors, and the public; assist with infrastructure renewal planning; support traffic and transit‑related initiatives; monitor project budgets and schedules; prepare reports and recommendations; and contribute to continuous improvements in engineering processes, documentation, and project delivery. The position also serves as a key technical mentor within the Engineering Division.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The position requires a university degree in Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with a Canadian regulatory or licensing association, with eligibility to transfer registration to the Northwest Territories.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of six years of engineering experience, including significant experience managing complex capital projects. Experience in municipal infrastructure, including roads, water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, traffic control, or related public works systems, is considered an asset.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management, problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder relationship‑building skills. Experience working with contractors, consultants, utility companies, government agencies, and the public is required. Proficiency with project management software and engineering project delivery processes is expected. A valid NWT Class 5 Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one, is required.

SALARY:

The City of Yellowknife offers a salary of $129,058.56 per annum plus benefits as outlined in the Public Service Alliance of Canada Collective Agreement.

TO APPLY:

Qualified applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis and the City may proceed with a preferred candidate once a strong match has been identified.

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Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.