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project engineer, construction

Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Project Engineer 3 - Development

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Employer details District of Squamish

Job details

The District of Squamish is located in the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.Project Engineer 3 - DevelopmentStatus: Temporary Full-Time (anticipated end date December 31, 2027)Work Area: EngineeringPosting Date: January 13, 2026Closing Date: Open until filled GENERAL SUMMARYUnder the general direction of the Director of Development Engineering, the Project Engineer 3 contributes to the effective operation of the Engineering Department by coordinating and performing engineering, technical and administrative work related to the completion of a variety of engineering activities, systems, programs, and projects.Specifically, the Project Engineer 3 works in Development Engineering and duties vary according to work assignment focusing on land development application design reviews against District bylaws and engineering specifications and delivering engineering projects that support the department's policy initiatives. This position will oversee the work of professional and technical staff and may provide work direction and technical oversight to assigned teams. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to the success of our team and creation of our thriving community, by fostering the District of Squamish corporate values: Respect, Integrity, Connection and Progress. Review civil engineering designs and reports for compliance with applicable bylaws, standards, and guidelines. Identify design variances from applicable bylaws and standards and summarize comments for communication with the developer team. Explain difficult issues and work to establish consensus and compliance. Review proposed alternatives to the District's standards and recommend potential solutions where District?s standards are unsuitable. Review servicing reports pertaining to upgrades to municipal infrastructure, ensuring integration with current and future planned infrastructure. Conduct field reviews of construction activities; report on any non-compliance. Review civil and environmental site inspection reports and address non-compliance. Explain difficult issues and work to establish consensus and compliance. Investigate complex issues related to operating, construction, and design. Liaise with contactors, consultants, developers, external agencies and regulators, and other departments to ascertain and evaluate alternatives and incorporate technical requirements. Review engineer's construction cost estimates. Provide detailed financial tracking, including servicing agreement fees and security, security and holdback releases, and overall project administration. Provide engineering support to other teams and departments. Identify potential legal risks with design and policy decisions. Manage special engineering projects that support the department's policy initiatives. Review and approve complex street-use permit applications recognizing the need for multifaceted input to inform the decision-making process (e.g. legal review, peer review, third party review). Direct work carried out by multi-disciplinary consultants and contractors, including reviewing and providing technical guidance and oversight. Oversee the work of professional and technical staff; may provide work direction and technical oversight to assigned teams, including scheduling, assignment of work and review of work efforts. Prepare and review variety of documents including civil and environmental reports, recommendations, technical memoranda and technical specifications. Make presentations for various audiences as required. Establish effective working relationships with internal departments and external parties and agencies. Work collaboratively, negotiate tactfully in a timely manner, and navigate the processes and mechanisms necessary to attain District?s objectives and effectively resolve technical, design or operational issues.