Edmonton’s Community Development team is growing and we are seeking a Project Engineer who will play a critical role on a wide range of land development and community development initiatives.
A Little About Us
ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees comprised of award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and much more that work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community.
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More About What We Do
We deliver on a variety of multidisciplinary projects
We have extensive expertise – We have a variety of expertise and are comprised of five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Building and Structures and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.
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A Little About The Team
The Edmonton Community Development team delivers a diverse range of land and site development projects across Alberta, partnering with private developers, municipalities, architects, and contractors to help bring communities to life.
Team members play a key role in shaping projects from initial planning and due diligence through design, approvals, and construction, while building strong client relationships and working alongside internal multidisciplinary specialists in planning, landscape architecture, transportation, municipal, and buildings.
The result is a dynamic, collaborative workplace that offers meaningful project involvement, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on communities throughout the region.




Diverse and Meaningful Projects – No two projects are the same. Our team works on a wide range of development projects across Alberta, including single-family residential communities, multi-family developments, commercial and industrial sites, institutional facilities, and neighborhood parks. This diversity provides opportunities to work with different clients, tackle unique challenges, and gain experience across multiple sectors throughout your career.
Interesting Work – Some notable past projects include Erin Ridge North (St. Albert), the Aga Khan Exhibit (University of Alberta Botanic Garden), Laurel Meadows (Edmonton), the Brewery District redevelopment (Edmonton), Garneau residential towers (Edmonton), Glengarry District Park (Edmonton) and Grande Prairie Hospital (Grande Prairie).
Ongoing Development – We are committed to helping our people grow through a strong culture of mentorship, coaching, and continuous learning. Team members have access to fully funded internal and external training opportunities designed to strengthen both technical and professional skills while supporting long-term career development.
About The Role
Joining ISL's Community Development team and reporting to the Community Development Manager, you will enjoy flexible working hours and a hybrid model of work as you make the following valuable contributions:
Lead the preparation of planning, design, tender,



and construction administration deliverables, including design calculations, drawings, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
Prepare and coordinate key project elements including grading, stormwater management, roadway geometrics, municipal servicing for residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, multi-family, and park development projects.
Manage day-to-day delivery of small and mid-sized projects, including scope, schedule, budget, resource coordination, and quality control, with support from senior project managers.
Coordinate approvals and development applications with municipalities, utility providers, regulators, and external stakeholders.
Develop and maintain solid relationships with clients, contractors, municipal reviewers, and project partners through proactive communication and technical leadership.
Support construction administration activities, including field reviews, contract administration, responding to contractor inquiries, and reviewing construction progress and quality.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, EITs, and technologists while contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Contribute to proposal preparation, fee estimates, client presentations, and business development activities that support the continued growth of the Community Development practice.
Collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines, including Community Planning, Landscape Architecture, Transportation, Municipal, and Buildings, to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
Utilize Civil 3 D, Auto CAD, and other engineering software tools to support the planning, design, and delivery of community develo

📌 Project engineer, land development (Edmonton)
🏢 ISL
📍 Edmonton