Project Engineer

Job summary

Manage capital infrastructure projects through planning, design, and construction, including initiatives involving recreation, wastewater, and solid waste services. Coordinate with internal staff, government agencies, consultants, contractors, utility companies, and the public.

Job details

ABOUT THE ROLE 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. QUALIFICATIONS 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. SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong project management skills and a fundamental understanding of project phases and processes. Proven skills in personnel supervision, leadership, team building, and problem-solving are essential for the position. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, develop, and implement projects in a systematic, timely manner. POSITION DETAILS 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 view the full job description, visit: https://rdn.bc.ca/employment 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.

What you’ll do

Manage capital infrastructure projects through planning, design, and construction, including initiatives involving recreation, wastewater, and solid waste services. Coordinate with internal staff, government agencies, consultants, contractors, utility companies, and the public.

Requirements

Requires an engineering degree, a Professional Engineer designation from Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia, and five to seven years of related experience in water/wastewater or industrial project design, construction, and management. 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
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Team building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Capital Project Planning
• Infrastructure Design
• Construction Management
• Personnel Supervision
• Leadership
• Team Building
• Problem-Solving
• Planning
• Organization
• Project Implementation
• Stakeholder Liaison

Job areas

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