City of Burnaby

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

The Project Technologist supports the Transportation Division in the Engineering Department. The position reports directly to the Senior Manager, Transportation – Transportation Planning and will perform technical and administrative engineering work involving transportation assets and capital improvements. Under the general direction of a professional engineer, the incumbent facilitates the design and advances specific municipal projects from a citywide, community, and corridor level. In addition, the incumbent is responsible to carry out review of design layouts and drawings; and associated reporting; prepare engineering designs and related cost estimates; liaise with external agencies, stakeholders and public; conduct field inspections of work sites; assist in the preparation of Council reports and other required technical presentations; and support project coordination efforts within Transportation Division as well as with other City departments. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include a diploma in Civil Engineering, supplemented by courses in project management plus considerable related experience preferably within the municipal sector, or an equivalent combination of training, and experience. Considerable knowledge of applicable municipal engineering design principles, standards, and methods; municipal engineering practices, procedures, functions and of the rules and regulations applicable to the Division functions. Ability to prepare designs for transportation infrastructure and to review drawings for technical accuracy and conformance with municipal standards and related specifications. Certification as an Applied Science Technologist within the Province of British Columbia is an asset. A valid Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required.

This competition has been extended and will remain opened until filled. New applications are welcome!

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.