Reporting to the Manager of Infrastructure the Project Engineer is responsible for project delivery; including, developing, facilitating, coordinating, and providing direction in order to achieve completion of large, capital projects for the City of Brandon.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Liaises with engineering staff and various user departments to define projects at the planning stage, to determine critical timelines, operational impacts and to determine the appropriate project management team;
- Responsible for gathering pertinent information for project development and initiation, for internal use and/or for use by a consultant;
- Applies knowledge of engineering principles to complete various aspects of transportation, wastewater, water distribution and land drainage projects, including specification development and review;
- Review construction drawings prepared by consultants for compliance with City needs and standards as well as specifications;
- Drafts specifications as required for project definition and scope;
- Is responsible for ensuring projects are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with the City procedures and the Builders’ Liens Act;
- Investigates and resolves issues which may arise during design and construction of infrastructure;
- Seeks project approval from outside agencies where necessary, including utilities and various levels of government;
- Has knowledge of the City Standard Construction Specifications, City Instructions to Bidders, City General Conditions of a Contract, City protocols, and related provincial and/or federal guidelines and legislation; Is proficient in the rules, regulations, and enforcement of The Builders’ Liens Act;
- Works closely with the Procurement department to develop, issue and award bid opportunities;
- Works with the Treasury department throughout the project phases to ensure financial status of the project meets the objectives of the Financial Plan;
- Leads or attends project progress meetings; Reviews or seeks review and acceptance of shop and manufacturing drawings; corresponds with consultants and contractors in matters of design; Prepares and reviews the pricing on Change Orders;
- Prepares Council Reports which may include attending City Council Meetings to address or answer any concerns or questions that may arise;
- Lead studies and conceptual designs including coordination with senior levels of government, public agencies and interest groups to the development of solution to meet the needs of the community.
- Addresses public, contractor or engineering staff concerns as required;
- Ensures adequate inspection of projects is performed for compliance with the specifications and drawings; Investigates and reports / resolves unusual conditions which may arise during construction; Ensures final testing and / or commissioning is performed; recommends and tracks finances of all progress payments;
- Performs contract administration duties for various engineering projects, including production of or tracking of project documents, finances, changes, deficiencies and warranties;
- Maintains all files and correspondence related to contract administration for a complete and accurate project record;
- Participates in the selection and appointment of consultants for the provision of various technical services;
- May represent the Engineering Department on various committees and working groups within the organization;
- May prepare and submit applications for Provincial/Federal grants and/or cost sharing.
NOTE: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent.
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12, G.E.D., or Mature High School Diploma;
- University or College graduate in Civil/Municipal Engineering or Civil/Municipal Technology;
- Membership in or ability to acquire membership of the Engineers and Geoscientist of Manitoba (EGM) as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or membership of the Certified Technicians & Technologists Association of Manitoba (CTTAM) as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET);
- Minimum five (5) years’ experience working in an Engineering environment;
- Must possess a valid and subsisting Class 5 Province of Manitoba driver’s license;
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited institute;
- Membership of the Engineers and Geoscientist of Manitoba (EGM) as a Professional Engineer or Specified Scope of Practice License.
- Certification as a Project Management Professional
- Previous experience in contract administration, project management and/or construction
Rate of Pay: $42.43 - $54.91 per hour (2026 Rates)
Human Resources
Hr@brandon.ca
204-729-2240
jobbank.brandon.ca/
410 - 9th Street, Brandon, Manitoba







