Project Engineer
City of Thunder Bay
125 Syndicate Ave SThunder Bay, OntarioP7E6H8
As a Project Engineer, you will provide engineering and project leadership across a diverse portfolio of Thunder Bay’s Infrastructure Program. You will oversee design reviews, manage project schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
You will coordinate all phases of project delivery—from planning and design through construction and close-out—ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. By collaborating with internal teams and external partners, you will help ensure projects are efficient, resilient, and aligned with strategic priorities.
Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the City your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence is recognized, and make a real impact to our community.
Full Time
Civil engineering technologists and technicians
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$108,862.42 - $128,073.40
70
n/a
6/27/2026
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In this role, you will guide projects from concept to completion, ensuring seamless coordination. Your key accountabilities will include:
Participating in the planning, scheduling, and direction of the City’s Infrastructure Asset Management Program and Infrastructure improvements. Preparing environmental assessments, designs, plans, specifications, contract documents, detailed cost estimates and performing contract administration for infrastructure projects. Participating in the development of the City’s infrastructure annual capital budget. Participating in the development of engineering and development standards. Maintaining current knowledge on related municipal design trends and regulations and assessing impact to City. Assisting in the selection and supervising the work of consulting engineers. Liaising with consultants, contractors, developers, utilities, government agencies and railways, as necessary. Providing technical direction to engineering office and field staff, as appropriate. Participating in traffic and transportation studies. Coordinating and providing general supervision of infrastructure construction and site servicing for the development of land including the preparation of agreements for the construction of infrastructure and site servicing.
Here’s what will help you succeed as the Project Engineer:
Degree in civil engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario; and Three to five years’ civil engineer¬ing experience including project planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure Supervisory experience with technical staff Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines, and environmental assessments Excellent project/time management, analytical/critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
As the Project Engineer you’ll enjoy:
A competitive salary that reflects your expertise A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions The opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented team, who are highly respected within the Corporation
Apply today at www.thunderbay.ca/jobs-project-engineer and start your next chapter with the City of Thunder Bay.
