Project Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
Reporting to the Leader, Communication Systems the Project Engineer will play a key role in managing the quality, budget, and schedule of capital projects aimed at maintaining and enhancing Calgary Transit infrastructure. You will apply your technical expertise across disciplines such as communications and electrical engineering to deliver successful project outcomes. Primary duties include:
- Prepare procurement documents and evaluate proposals to select consultants, contractors, and vendors.
- Lead multiple capital projects through all phases: initiation, design, implementation, and commissioning ensuring projects are completed on-time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Monitor project expenditures and manage purchase order and invoicing processes.
- Develop communication plans and coordinate engagement with internal and external partners.
- Utilize the Program and Project Management (P2M) tool and follow the Corporate and Calgary Transit Project Management Framework.
- Oversee project close-out activities including transition to operations planning, record drawing, warranties, and Operations & Maintenance manuals. Ensure completion of Construction Completion Certificates and Final Acceptance Certificates.
- Facilitate lessons learned sessions and resolve outstanding deficiencies with consultants, vendors, and contractors.
- Work with internal Calgary Transit teams to identify issues, define requirements, and implement optimal solutions.
- Supervise internal Calgary Transit crews and external contractors during commissioning and initial sustainment phases.
Qualifications
- A degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details.
- Experience in project management and cybersecurity within rail systems is an asset.
- The successful candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills.
Pre-employment Requirements
- An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
Union: Exempt Engineer
Business Unit: Calgary Transit
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 1417C 33 Street SW
Compensation: Engineer Level P2E $98,400 - 123,000 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: September 12, 2025
Job ID #: 312536
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Project Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
Reporting to the Leader, Communication Systems the Project Engineer will play a key role in managing the quality, budget, and schedule of capital projects aimed at maintaining and enhancing Calgary Transit infrastructure. You will apply your technical expertise across disciplines such as communications and electrical engineering to deliver successful project outcomes. Primary duties include:
- Prepare procurement documents and evaluate proposals to select consultants, contractors, and vendors.
- Lead multiple capital projects through all phases: initiation, design, implementation, and commissioning ensuring projects are completed on-time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Monitor project expenditures and manage purchase order and invoicing processes.
- Develop communication plans and coordinate engagement with internal and external partners.
- Utilize the Program and Project Management (P2M) tool and follow the Corporate and Calgary Transit Project Management Framework.
- Oversee project close-out activities including transition to operations planning, record drawing, warranties, and Operations & Maintenance manuals. Ensure completion of Construction Completion Certificates and Final Acceptance Certificates.
- Facilitate lessons learned sessions and resolve outstanding deficiencies with consultants, vendors, and contractors.
- Work with internal Calgary Transit teams to identify issues, define requirements, and implement optimal solutions.
- Supervise internal Calgary Transit crews and external contractors during commissioning and initial sustainment phases.
Qualifications
- A degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details.
- Experience in project management and cybersecurity within rail systems is an asset.
- The successful candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills.
Pre-employment Requirements
- An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
Union: Exempt Engineer
Business Unit: Calgary Transit
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 1417C 33 Street SW
Compensation: Engineer Level P2E $98,400 - 123,000 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: September 12, 2025
Job ID #: 312536
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.