Drainage Planning Engineer
Drainage Planning Engineer
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$ 118518 - 139867
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At the City of Abbotsford we offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals form all genders backgrounds and underrepresented groups.
We are happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Be part of the story. Join our team today.
The City of Abbotsford is seeking a skilled and motivated professional to join their team as a Drainage Planning Engineer in the Utilities Division. Reporting to the Senior Drainage and Wastewater Engineer this role involves managing and planning the Diking Drainage and Irrigation (DDI) areas while supporting the storm drainage area.
As a Drainage Planning Engineer prepare and oversee longterm capital plans and master planning for Matsqui Prairie and Sumas Prairie DDI areas support the storm drainage area such as review drainagerelated development applications and capital budgeting manage studies and special drainage projects to minimize flooding and provide erosion protection and planning infrastructure needs to support irrigation in the DDI areas. You will review design standards and requirements for development projects participate in stakeholder meetings and support the development of flood mitigation plans draft and issue requests for proposals (RFPs) for various engineering studies and designs and administer contract agreements between the City and various consultants. Additionally you will prepare reports for Senior Engineering Staff and Council and provide engineering support to the Operations team and technical support to the team as needed and engage with the public to provide information on drainagerelated matters.
As the ideal candidate you will have the following:
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience in capital planning and budgeting
Registration or eligibility to register as an EngineerInTraining or Professional Engineer in British Columbia
At least five 5 years of progressive related experience in storm rainwater and/or sanitary infrastructure planning and/or design in consulting or municipal government or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
The City of Abbotsford is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce that reflects the community and citizens we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all genders backgrounds and underrepresented groups. To apply please visit us online at: www.abbotsford/careers
Salary: $118518 $139867
Closing Date: March 24 2025
Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not please contact the Njoyn Held Desk at orMonday Friday 8am 8pm (EST).
Employment Type
Full-Time
