Engineering Permits Coordinator

Abbotsford - Canada

Hourly Salary: $ 45 - 54

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As the largest city in the Fraser Valley the City of Abbotsford serves 166000 residents located on the traditional territories of the Semá:th Mathxwí and Leqá:mel first peoples.

Abbotsford is a vibrant cultural and economic hub home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.

At the City of Abbotsford our people are our greatest asset. We offer meaningful career opportunities that make a difference within the local community. Join us in creating a sustainable livable city where everyone can thrive!

Be part of the story. Join our team today.
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The City of Abbotsfords Engineering department is currently seeking an experienced professional to join their dynamic team as a 3-year temporary full time Engineering Permits Coordinator.

In this fast-paced technical role you will be responsible for reviewing and ensuring the completeness of Engineering Permit applications. Your duties will encompass a wide range of applications including excavation reclamation grading drainage erosion & sediment control civil plans for soil removal or deposit applications highways use and excavation among others. It is essential to have a thorough understanding of soil removal and deposit bylaws as well as sound knowledge of civil construction methods practices materials tools and equipment including soil deposit and removal aggregate extraction and infrastructure.

Your responsibilities include verifying the inclusion of necessary documents such as letters of credit inter-governmental approvals and consultant reports. Additionally youll provide ongoing reports to the manager regarding permit activity.

You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills as you provide guidance and information to developers owners architects engineers and contractors regarding permit submission requirements and to answer questions regarding design bylaw interpretation permit processes and permit costs.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

Grade 12 diploma;
Diploma of Technology in Civil Engineering;
Four years experience in the municipal or provincial engineering field including experience in civil construction and inspection; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Valid BC Drivers Licence;
Membership or eligibility for membership with the Applied Science and Technologists and Technicians of BC as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT).

This position is unionized CUPE Local 774 and the hourly rate of pay is from $45.97 to $54.06 per hour.

Closing Date: February 13 2026

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Required Experience:

As the largest city in the Fraser Valley the City of Abbotsford serves 166000 residents located on the traditional territories of the Semá:th Mathxwí and Leqá:mel first peoples.Abbotsford is a vibrant cultural and economic hub home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As w...

As the largest city in the Fraser Valley the City of Abbotsford serves 166000 residents located on the traditional territories of the Semá:th Mathxwí and Leqá:mel first peoples.

Be part of the story. Join our team today.
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As the ideal candidate you will have:

Grade 12 diploma;
Diploma of Technology in Civil Engineering;
Four years experience in the municipal or provincial engineering field including experience in civil construction and inspection; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Valid BC Drivers Licence;
Membership or eligibility for membership with the Applied Science and Technologists and Technicians of BC as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT).

This position is unionized CUPE Local 774 and the hourly rate of pay is from $45.97 to $54.06 per hour.

Required Experience: