Capital Projects Manager Full-Time, Permanent (Exempt) Internal/External Posting No. 2026-67 Department: Development Services Internal/External Posting Date: September 18, 2026 Internal/External Closing Date: Until filled 2026 Salary Range: $104,927 - $120,371 Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Competition No.: 2026-67
The City of Dawson Creek is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Technologist to join our management team as Capital Projects Manager in a full-time, permanent position. Reporting to the Director of Development Services or designate, the successful candidate will provide staff, and construction and contract management for the City’s capital programs. This will involve working collaboratively with internal staff, consultants, contractors, and interdepartmentally within other City of Dawson Creek departments.
What You’ll Do: The work of the Capital Projects Manager involves: People Management
Relationship Management
Contract administration and oversight
Engineering based work involving the civil, mechanical, structural and electrical fields, including: Project scoping
Capital budget development
Engaging the services of professional engineering consultants
Managing the design and delivery of engineering projects
Responding to public inquiries
Providing technical support to internal departments
Reviewing design drawings
Mentoring junior staff
Participating in inter-departmental projects





The successful candidate will possess strong project management skills and have a strong understanding of:
Construction practices of municipal infrastructure
Contract compliance
Change management processes
Contract close out

The candidate will be well organized and have strong communication skills.

Requirements: A minimum two year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from a recognized institution
Minimum of 5 years of directly related experience
Registration as an AScT with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC and/or the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta or equivalent
A valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License
Proficiency with computer-based engineering applications including AutoCAD
Experience with multiple survey principles including GPS
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification may be considered an asset
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
The ideal candidate possesses the capacity to perform all duties in a protected manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff.
The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

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📌 Capital Projects Manager (British Columbia)
🏢 City of Dawson Creek
📍 British Columbia