Project Engineer (1 Full-Time & 1 Temporary Full-Time)

City of Thunder Bay • Thunder Bay, ON

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At the City of Thunder Bay, the Project Engineer will contribute to the rehabilitation and expansion of infrastructure, supporting high-performing project teams and delivering critical infrastructure for safe, sustainable communities. The role involves providing engineering and project leadership across Thunder Bay’s Infrastructure Program, overseeing design reviews, managing project schedules and budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The Project Engineer will coordinate all phases of project delivery from planning and design through construction and close-out, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Collaboration with internal teams and external partners is key to ensuring projects are efficient, resilient, and aligned with strategic priorities. The City offers a supportive, professional environment with autonomy, opportunities for growth, and a culture promoting well-being and collaboration. Thunder Bay itself provides natural beauty, affordability, and a strong sense of community.

Requirements

• Degree in civil engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario
• Three to five years’ civil engineering experience including project planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure
• Supervisory experience with technical staff
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines, and environmental assessments
• Excellent project/time management, analytical/critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Participating in the planning, scheduling, and direction of the City’s Infrastructure Asset Management Program and Infrastructure improvements.
• Preparing environmental assessments, designs, plans, specifications, contract documents, detailed cost estimates and performing contract administration for infrastructure projects.
• Participating in the development of the City’s infrastructure annual capital budget.
• Participating in the development of engineering and development standards.
• Maintaining current knowledge on related municipal design trends and regulations and assessing impact to City.
• Assisting in the selection and supervising the work of consulting engineers.
• Liaising with consultants, contractors, developers, utilities, government agencies and railways, as necessary.
• Providing technical direction to engineering office and field staff, as appropriate.
• Participating in traffic and transportation studies.
• Coordinating and providing general supervision of infrastructure construction and site servicing for the development of land including the preparation of agreements for the construction of infrastructure and site servicing.

Benefits

• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
• A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off
• Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
• A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
• The opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented team, who are highly respected within the Corporation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees