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 skilled 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 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 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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