Traffic Signals Project Engineer
Traffic Signals Project Engineer
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Job Description
- Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university preferably with coursework in transportation planning traffic operations and transit and traffic engineering
- Must be a Professional Engineer () in good standing and registered with APEGA. Applicants in a different Canadian jurisdiction eligible for Inter-Provincial Mobility (IPMA) with APEGA may be considered. Registration with APEGA must be obtained prior to commencement of employment
- Minimum 4 years progressively responsible experience in municipal or related project engineering
- Strong project coordination skills including an understanding of project management methods and techniques
- Experience working with municipalities.
Skills required for success:
- Knowledge and work experience in project management and construction management skills
- Working knowledge of relevant codes legislation regulations policies and procedures (OH&S Environmental etc.)
- Ability to exercise sound engineering judgment and make appropriate technical decisions to address complex engineering issues with broad objectives and/or guidelines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed to effectively communicate with a wide range of both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proven planning organizational and problem solving skills
- Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills with experience in solving complex and sensitive issues
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop strong relationships and work in a collaborative integrated manner
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
- Embracing a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion
Assets:
- Experience or familiarity with transportation related software applications
Conditions of Employment:
- Valid Alberta Class 5 drivers licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Drivers permit is a requirement of this position
Work Environment:
- This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact Learn more about our benefits
Up to 1 temporary 18 months term full-time position
Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.
Hours of Work: 36.9 Hours per week
Salary Range: $78245.02 - $111778.60 Annually
Talent Acquisition Consultant: AO/MM
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
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Help keep Edmonton moving! Join our Traffic Operations team as a Traffic Signals Project Engineer and play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient flow of traffic throughout our city. Were looking for skilled engineers with a passion for innovation and a commitment to making our roads safer for everyone.
As a Traffic Signals Project Engineer youll be responsible for the design engineering and oversight of construction for traffic signal projects across Edmonton. Youll use your technical expertise to analyze traffic patterns optimize signal timing and implement solutions that improve traffic flow and enhance safety for drivers pedestrians and cyclists alike. If youre a problem-solver with a keen interest in traffic engineering active transportation and a desire to contribute to a thriving city we invite you to apply.
What will you do
- Plan and oversee all aspects of projects in order to meet the project goals on time and within budget using accepted engineering principles practices and design standards
- Create scopes of work and operational specifications professional work products associated with individual projects
- Develop prepare and/or review and authenticate engineering plans and designs for traffic signals and intersection controls
- Prepare functional specifications and create timing sheet for new traffic signal and traffic control equipment layouts
- Help identify and prioritize locations requiring construction improvements
- Review traffic engineering studies and design plans for roadway projects relative to the traffic signal systems
- Analyze and assist with troubleshooting traffic operational issues by conducting traffic engineering analysis of the transportation system (e.g. traffic signal coordination detour timing)
- Determine methods to improve traffic movement and conduct assessments to improve safety at signalized intersections including field checks as required
- Conduct field surveys and assessments to determine functional requirements for new signals and signal upgrades (e.g. traffic count) which may be required to be scheduled outside of normal business hours
- Review and prepare comprehensive responses to the inquiries received from the public stakeholders members of Council and the other City staff
- Project budgeting cost and documentation management (conceptual budgets estimate review change orders and project close out)
- Assist with procurement and contract management
- Additional related duties as required
Employment Type
Contract
