At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and coordinate exciting infrastructure projects that shape the City of Abbotsford.
- Company: Join the City of Abbotsford's Project Management Division, a leader in community development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to employee growth and community reflection.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on your community while working on innovative projects.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Professional Engineer with project management experience.
The predicted salary is between 127563 - 150550 $ per year.
The City of Abbotsford is currently offering an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and driven professional Project Engineer to join our Project Management Division. The Project Management Division of the Engineering and Regional Utilities Department is responsible for delivering capital projects and programs/initiatives to help guide the infrastructure investments in the City and achieve Council’s vision for the City…to be the Hub of the Fraser Valley.
The Project Engineer’s responsibilities include coordination and managing the design, tender and construction of capital projects related to City transportation, water, sanitary sewer, drainage, dyking/irrigation and related infrastructure, as well as other strategic capital projects. The project team is responsible for integrating and delivering projects identified in the City’s five year Financial Plan, taking care of cost sharing processes and providing assistance, direction and clarification of project intent to internal and external stakeholders.
The Project Engineer works closely with infrastructure planning, operations and key internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition from the planning to the commissioning of the completed projects. This Project Engineer will initially be delivering Flood Recovery projects which generally includes sediment removal, dike repairs, bridge repairs, and landslide repairs.
You are a strategic thinker and problem solver with sound judgement. You have experience managing multiple priorities concurrently, with the ability to move projects forward in a multi-stakeholder environment. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills allow you to build credible and trusted relationships at all levels throughout the organization and City.
As the ideal candidate you will have:
- Excellent communications skills;
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.);
- Solid understanding and ability to apply Project Management Principles to various types of projects;
- Solid understanding and experience in the management of CCDC and MMCD contracts;
- Five years of experience in the field of Project Management.
At the City of Abbotsford we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Salary: $127,563.80 - $150,550.40
Closing Date: November 13, 2026
Project Engineer in Abbotsford employer: City of Abbotsford
The City of Abbotsford is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being of its employees while fostering a vibrant work culture. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer meaningful career opportunities that not only enhance personal growth but also contribute positively to the community. Located in the heart of the Fraser Valley, our team enjoys a supportive environment that values work-life balance and encourages innovative approaches to disability management.
