Project Manager

About Red Deer 

Red Deer sits at the heart of Central Alberta along the QEII corridor, perfectly positioned between Calgary and Edmonton. With more than 100,000 residents and a regional reach of over 300,000, it’s a growing hub for business, services, and opportunity.

Here, big-city amenities meet small-city ease. Enjoy abundant parks and trails, vibrant arts and culture, excellent recreation and education, and a strong sense of community.

With easy access to lakes, outdoor adventures, and the mountains, plus a thriving economy and high quality of life, Red Deer is an inviting place to live, work, and grow.

About The City of Red Deer Municipal Government

The City of Red Deer is a dynamic municipal organization with a $480M operating budget, a $60M capital program, and a workforce of nearly 1,700 employees. It is focused on growing with purpose by attracting talented, community-minded people who want to make a difference.

Guided by the vision “Our City, One Voice,” Red Deer is building a thriving, inclusive, and connected community, with priorities centered on a vibrant economy, community wellbeing, and strong engagement.

At its core, the City values its people, embracing diverse perspectives and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

The Opportunity:

The Project Manager/Engineer reports to the Capital Projects Engineer in the planning and delivery of municipal capital projects and municipal facility upgrades as assigned. This includes the management and engineering of in-house projects or those delivered by engineering consultants. The Project Manager/Engineer will develop & monitor project scope, deliverables, budgets, designs and schedules to ensure that the project will meet appropriate and intended objectives. The Project Manager/Engineer will be responsible for undertaking functional studies, facility GAP assessments, pre-designs, detailed designs, tendering, contract administration, construction management, inspection, warranty management, and final acceptance of assigned projects.

Top Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage municipal infrastructure and facility projects from planning and design through construction and completion.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors, City staff, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Provide engineering oversight, including design review, technical guidance, engineering calculations, and problem resolution.
• Administer construction contracts, monitor quality, approve payments, and oversee inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimates, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with City standards, engineering best practices, regulatory requirements, and health and safety obligations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal departments, external agencies, utility companies, contractors, and the public.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of City design guidelines, specifications, and construction standards.

As our preferred candidate, you will have:

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or its equivalent is required. 
• Registered Member as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA). Membership as a Professional Licensee (P.L. (Eng.)) with APEGA may be considered with additional experience in Civil Engineering.
• Eligible to obtain their P.Eng or P.L. (Eng)
• PMP Certification will be considered an asset.
• A minimum of Seven (7) years directly related experience in the design, construction and management of municipal projects (such as facility construction, renovation, facility maintenance, architecture, roadway, water, sanitary, drainage, earthworks, etc.), after graduation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering.
• Ability to perform calculations and design work to a high level of accuracy, as work is performed independently and errors may have significant consequences.
• Knowledge of the principles of surveying and computer aided drafting and design.
• Strong team building and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of building materials, techniques and processes.
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and product.
• Knowledge of current methods and techniques as applied to design and construction of various municipal works: including water, sanitary sewage, storm drainage and transportation.
• Project Management experience associated with the design and construction of buildings
• Knowledge of current methods and techniques as applied to design and construction of buildings: including architecture, mechanical systems, electrical systems, building science, and structural engineering.
• Knowledge of multiple project delivery methodologies, including Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), Construction Management (CM), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).
• Knowledge of municipal procurements procedures, including tenders, Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), and Best-Value (BV) procurement.
• Knowledge of civic facility operations, including mechanical systems, electrical systems, telecommunications, hazardous material abatement, building science, architecture, and structural design.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work with various departments to facilitate the orderly execution of a proposed project plan.
• Ability to work with contractors, consultants, City staff, property owners, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to respond to comments, queries and questions from the public.
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Valid Alberta Drivers' License

Affiliation:  

Exempt 

Status:   

Regular Full-time

Remuneration:  

$49.92 to $62.40 per hour 

$97,718.40 to $122,148.00 per annum

Hours of Work:  

75 hours biweekly; Monday to Friday. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

The City of Red Deer does not permit the use of unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools  (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI) during interviews or any supervised or timed assessments.  Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application.

We thank you for your application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are a municipal government, eager to meet tomorrow's challenges. Our employees are the cornerstone of our organization. We are always seeking creative and skilled individuals with the ability and desire to lead in our dynamic workplace. Each of our employees brings diverse experiences and perspectives, as well as unique skills and talents to the job. Our diverse employee base ensures an environment where individual, team, and organizational successes are embraced and celebrated. We strive to ensure a supportive and respectful work environment for all. Employees are treated fairly and have equal opportunity within the organization to thrive and attain their highest potential. We welcome your application and look forward to discussing how The City of Red Deer can become your next career choice.