Engineering service project manager

Title posted on  - Manager of Engineering & Project Management

Posted on January 09, 2026 by Employer details Town of Taber

Town of Taber – Manager of Engineering & Project Management

Job Type: Management / Administration

Organization:
Town of Taber

Competition Number: JP26-001

Closing date:
March 31, 2026

Duration:
Permanent Full Time

Manager:
Director of Engineering & Public Works

Wage: $ - $ / year plus benefits & pensionp>

Hours of Work: 37.5 hrs/week, Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm

Under the general direction of the Director the Manager of Engineering & Project Management will provide professional advice and services within the Public Works leadership team. The Manager will be the subject matter expert in capital projects, professional design and consulting services, asset management and GIS. Considerable independent judgement and action are exercised in performing the work. Complex problems and policy matters are resolved in conjunction with the Director.

Work is performed in an office with meetings on job sites and offsite. May be required to attend meetings and events outside of regular office hours as described in the responsibilities.

With respect to Capital Projects, the Manager has the responsibility for leading all aspects of capital projects from conceptual scope development, budgeting, detailed design and management of the design team, construction management, progress reporting, and leading the start-up, commissioning, and training activities.

With respect to Engineering Services, the Manager has the responsibility to ensure that development-related infrastructure is appropriately reviewed, approved, constructed, and transferred to the Town. A key component of this is supporting the Planning, Development & Economic Development department.

The Manager will provide expert guidance to other Managers related to their operations.

The Manager will support the Public Works Operations team with engineering and project management services and advice on matters related to underground services, linear assets, waste management operation, energy management and corporate-related land and facilities.

• Assist with the preparation of the Annual Budget
• Maintain Department Operating and multiple Capital budgets throughout the year
• Long-term planning and forecasting Capital Expenditures
• Asset management
• Operate and maintain the Town’s GIS database
• Survey as required and import into AutoCAD or GIS for the development of projects
• Draft all drawings for Town’s tenders
• Complete all tender documents for Town projects with Procurement
• Ensure all specifications are in tender documents or develop as required
• Oversee the engineering services contract with MPE Engineering in cooperation with Procurement
• Working with Procurement, prepare tender documents
• Working with Procurement, negotiate contracts and agreements
• Assist in the preparation of various government grant applications
• Prepare documents for approval
• Act as the Town’s Project Manager to ensure contractors are meeting all the terms and conditions of contracts

• Inspect and monitor new development sites for quality control in accordance with municipal bylaws and regulations
• Ensure all development control standards are being followed
• Conduct site inspections during progress states of development

• Communicate and interact effectively with multiple stakeholders in service delivery (i.e. Municipal Council, residents, Chief Administrative Officer, other departments, and the team)
• Prioritize issues raised by public
• Explain process to public

• Promote and ensure all safety policies are adhered to
• Ensure project contractor safety meetings and toolbox meetings occur

• Prepare and/or review comprehensive reports, plans, contract documents and estimates
• Attend Council and Committee meetings when required

Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related field.

6+ years of progressive experience in engineering, public works, or similar role.

Knowledge of municipal engineering codes and standards.

Strong project management and leadership skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, GIS, and project management software.

Experience with capital project delivery and asset management preferred.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Location:

Taber, AB

Work location:

On site

Positions: 1 vacancy