Project Engineer, Land Development

ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd

• $100K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Civil Engineering (Civil Engineering Technology diploma also considered)
  • Registered or eligible for registration with APEGA (P.Eng./E.I.T.) or ASET (P.Tech./C.E.T.)
  • 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in land development or municipal infrastructure projects
  • Specialized knowledge in site servicing, grading design, and Alberta municipal approval processes
  • Working knowledge of Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Excel
  • Familiarity with Alberta's land development processes

Responsibilities

  • Lead preparation of planning, design, tender, and construction administration deliverables
  • Prepare and coordinate project elements like grading and stormwater management
  • Manage day-to-day delivery of small and mid-sized projects
  • Coordinate approvals and development applications with stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients and project partners
  • Support construction administration activities and field reviews
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technologists
  • Contribute to proposal preparation and business development activities
  • Collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines
  • Utilize engineering software tools for project delivery

Benefits

  • Annual bonus incentives
  • Hybrid model of work
  • Immediate employer-paid health, dental, and paramedical benefits
  • Life Insurance and AD&D options
  • Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts
  • Group RRSP with employer matching
  • Paid professional development opportunities
  • Parental leave top-ups
  • 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Service Recognition Awards
  • Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship plan
Full Job Description
Edmonton's Community Development team is growing and we are seeking a key liaison that will support a wide range of land development and community development initiatives.

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 strong 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 3D, AutoCAD, and other engineering software tools to support the planning, design, and delivery of community development projects.

Who we are looking for

As a new member of ISL's Community Development team, this future ISLer models our organizational values of Curiosity, Unity, Integrity and Excellence. Is this you?

Curiosity: We stay curious to stay ahead.

Unity: Through collaborative action, we deliver exceptional results.

Integrity: We do the right thing even when it's hard.

Excellence: We strive to improve and deliver high-quality work that makes a difference.

Ready to throw your name in?

Your application should detail:
  • Your interest in growing your career with ISL's Community Development team
  • Evidence of your familiarity with Alberta's land development processes

Your resume must display:
  • B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Civil Engineering (Civil Engineering Technology diploma also considered)
  • Registered, or eligible for registration, with APEGA (P.Eng./E.I.T.) or ASET (P.Tech./C.E.T.)
  • Primary experience: 7 to 10 years of progressive experience as an engineer working on land development or municipal infrastructure projects
  • Secondary experience related to land development that indicates specialized knowledge (ie: site servicing and grading design, Alberta municipal approval processes, tendering and construction administration)
  • Working knowledge of Alberta's land development process
  • Working knowledge of Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Excel

Assets:
  • Evidence that you use technology and innovation tools in your work

What ISL Offers

Thank you for considering ISL as your next step.

Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Depending on your experience level and qualifications, the salary range (based on a 40-hour work week) is:

$100,000 - $150,000

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:
  • Annual bonus incentives.
  • Hybrid model of work.
  • Immediate Employer paid benefits upon commencement which include health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
  • Life Insurance and AD&D options.
  • Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
  • Group RRSP with employer matching opportunities.
  • Paid professional development opportunities such as conferences and memberships.
  • Parental leave top ups.
  • 24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
  • Service Recognition Awards.
  • An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan to set you up for success.

Location:

ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada. This position will be located in:
  • Edmonton


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