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:

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

Contract close out

The candidate will be well organized and have solid 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 safe manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff. Please include copies of any relevant certification with your application.

The City would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only that selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.

Job Overview
Job Title
Capital Projects Manager

Employment Type
Full Time

Permanent

Education Requirement
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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