Project Engineer

Job summary

Manage capital infrastructure projects through planning, design, and construction for the Regional District of Nanaimo. Coordinate with internal staff, government agencies, architects, contractors, consultants, utility companies, and the public on projects involving recreation, wastewater, and solid waste services.

Job details

Organization Regional District of Nanaimo Region British Columbia Application Deadline October 9, 2026 before 16:00 Type Temporary Full-Time Category Engineering Twitter Facebook Linkedin Send Save Print Description The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time Project Engineer with the Capital Project Delivery team for a three-year term. The Project Engineer is responsible for managing capital projects within the Regional District of Nanaimo, including the planning, design, and construction of capital infrastructure projects. This position will liaise with administrative and operational staff, other government agencies, architects, contractors, consultants, private utility companies, and the public. Current and upcoming projects include major infrastructure initiatives related to recreation, wastewater, and solid waste services. Requirements Qualifications include a degree in Engineering, a Professional Engineer designation from Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) as a P.Eng., plus five to seven years of related experience in the design, construction and project management of water/wastewater or industrial projects. Experience in an operating facility as well as experience in a local government setting are considered assets. Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence is required. Salary & Benefits This is a temporary full-time exempt position for a three-year term, with the possibility of ending early or extension based on the operational needs of the department. The position offers 35 hours per week with a salary range of $121,985 to $139,981, plus a competitive benefits package. To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca. Please quote 2026-1134 in the subject line of your email to ensure proper processing. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on October 9, 2026. To View The Full Job Description Rdn.bc.ca/employment Contact Email: rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca. Please quote 2026-1134 in the subject line of your email to ensure proper processing. From the same organization Community Compliance Officer - Regional District of Nanaimo 30 Sep, 2026

What you’ll do

Manage capital infrastructure projects through planning, design, and construction for the Regional District of Nanaimo. Coordinate with internal staff, government agencies, architects, contractors, consultants, utility companies, and the public on projects involving recreation, wastewater, and solid waste services.

Requirements

Requires an engineering degree, a Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) from Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia, and five to seven years of related experience in the design, construction, and project management of water/wastewater or industrial projects. A valid Class 5 driver's licence is required; operating-facility and local-government experience are considered assets.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Capital Project Management
• Project Planning
• Engineering Design
• Construction Management
• Water and Wastewater Projects
• Industrial Projects
• Infrastructure Project Delivery
• Stakeholder Liaison
• Government Agency Coordination
• Contractor and Consultant Coordination

Job areas

• Engineering
• Government & Public Sector
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability

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