Department
Civil Engineering / Municipal Infrastructure
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Civil Engineering or the Senior Director of Municipal Infrastructure, the Municipal Infrastructure Project Engineer is responsible for the management, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects. They oversee the technical and operational aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with standards, laws, and client requirements. They also serve as a technical reference, supporting their team in executing complex or large-scale projects.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of service proposals and cost estimations for municipal infrastructure projects.
- Design, plan, and manage municipal infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.
- Provide technical supervision to engineers, engineering interns, drafters, surveyors, and site supervisors, offering constructive feedback to ensure compliance with professional and quality standards.
- Plan, organize, and schedule projects, adhering to timelines, specifications, and allocated budgets.
- Prepare and present budget forecasts for municipal infrastructure projects.
- Establish execution schedules, monitor progress, and verify compliance with plans and specifications.
- Develop and implement quality control programs tailored to municipal projects.
- Produce progress reports, monitoring programs, technical reports, and documents required by municipal or provincial authorities.
- Manage invoicing for assigned mandates.
- Collaborate with the director to assess staffing needs and participate, if necessary, in the recruitment of subcontractors or personnel.
- Support, advise, and motivate team members to optimize their performance.
- Stay informed about new technologies, standards, and trends in municipal infrastructure to identify opportunities for improvement or potential risks.
- Resolve complex technical or operational issues unresolved at lower levels.
- Provide specialized technical support to the team, particularly in design and calculations.
- Contribute to the development or updating of work procedures related to municipal infrastructure.
- Participate in coordination meetings with clients, professionals, and stakeholders, leading them when necessary.
- Ensure rigorous project follow-up and maintain smooth, effective communication with clients.
Job Requirements
Core Competencies
- Excellent command of French (spoken and written).
- Functional knowledge of English (spoken and written).
Technical Competencies
- In-depth expertise in civil engineering, specializing in municipal infrastructure (sewers, water mains, roads, etc.).
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
- Proficiency in relevant design and calculation tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other specialized software).
Personal Qualities
- Excellent communication skills and ability to address issues with tact and professionalism.
- Attention to detail, autonomy, rigor, and a methodical approach.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions quickly.
- Aptitude for building collaborative and trusting relationships with employees, clients, suppliers, government entities, and management.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
- Professional, dynamic, and results-oriented approach.
- Accountability and ability to take responsibility for mistakes.
Education or Certification Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction engineering.
- Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
- Health and safety training for construction sites (ASP Construction card).
Experience Required
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil engineering, with significant expertise in managing municipal infrastructure projects.
Evaluation Criteria
- Achievement of project objectives.
- Adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Profitability of municipal infrastructure projects.
- Number of complaints, omissions, or errors attributable to the project engineer or their team.
- Quality of work and client satisfaction.
- Quality of relationships with the team and stakeholders.
- Number and scope of successfully completed projects.
- Compliance with municipal standards, regulations, and guidelines.
- Ability to manage multiple municipal infrastructure projects simultaneously.
- Effectiveness in communicating with team members and clients.