Project Engineer Jobs

PROJECT ENGINEER

Woodstock, ON

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Engineering Services, organizes and directs the planning, design and construction of County infrastructure such as water and wastewater systems, roads, bridges, and buildings.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project Management duties including assisting with project planning, engineering and construction of County infrastructure.
• Reviews Form 1 – Record of Watermain submissions for new watermain and complete obtain required signatures for final approval.
• Supports with the preparation of design drawings and reports for new or upgraded County facilities. Manages consultants undertaking projects.
• Prepares contract documents for infrastructure projects.
• Liaise with developers/consultants during all phases of private development and reviews various documents (planning agreements, design drawings, land acquisition and easement transfers, etc.) as required to ensure that established Public Works related development conditions are satisfied.
• Prepares and approves design drawings including sealing as a Professional Engineer.
• Reviews Environmental Compliance Approval applications for new sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure per the MECP Transfer of Review process. Submit completed approved applications to MECP (Toronto) for final approval.
• Prepares procurement documents and assists with the evaluation and selection of consultants for projects.
• Assists with updates and revisions to Operation & Maintenance manuals related to capital upgrades.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget by estimating required construction costs for capital projects. Supports with special projects such as Environmental Study Reports, Development Charges etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides technical supervision to staff who are assisting with projects.
• Assists with, and monitors, the scheduling and implementation of construction activities including reviewing and approving submittals, payment certificates, and change orders. Coordinates, consults, and negotiates with contractors and the public as necessary.
• Attends meetings and discussions involving area municipalities, Provincial Ministries, Conservation Authorities, and other external agencies.
• Prepares reports and recommends approvals of proposed works and budgets as required.
• Review and comment on Planning applications (site plans, severances, zone changes, official plan amendments, subdivision plans, etc.) as they relate to infrastructure such as Roads, Waste Collection, Water, Wastewater & Storm sewers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated progressive engineering experience with the design of water, wastewater, roads, and bridges.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and a vehicle with insurance is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of internal and external persons, including written reports, verbal presentations and computer technology. The ability to use AutoCAD to assist with drawing preparation would be an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Membership as a Professional Engineer with the Professional Engineers of Ontario is required.
• The Project Management Professional designation is an asset.
• Thorough and alert to details in project preparation and supervision to prevent financial loss to the County as a result of faulty or inadequate materials, construction practices or health and safety risks to employees or the public.
• Knowledge of current standards, relevant legislation, statutes and regulations related to municipal engineering.

Note:

• Working in an office environment.
• Exposure to hazards related to construction sites, water and wastewater facilities.