Project Engineer, Municipal

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RVA’s Barrie office is seeking a Project Engineer / Project Manager, Municipal to join our growing team. This role combines technical design expertise with project management leadership to support the successful delivery of municipal infrastructure projects.

Duties

• Collaborate with civil engineers, designers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated municipal infrastructure projects.
• Lead and contribute to the planning, preliminary and detailed design of road reconstruction, watermains, sanitary and storm sewers, stormwater management systems, culverts, grading, and related infrastructure.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related tools.
• Develop technical reports, specifications, tender packages, cost estimates, and contract documents; provide professional sealing as required.
• Manage projects from initiation through completion, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and financial controls.
• Coordinate approvals with regulatory agencies, municipalities, and utility providers.
• Administer contracts and provide construction support, including site inspections and review of complex works such as live utility connections and commissioning.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation and client engagement.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers, technologists, and design staff.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized institution.
• 8–15+ years of progressive experience in municipal engineering, preferably within a consulting environment.
• Strong experience in municipal linear infrastructure design, including watermains, sanitary systems, stormwater management, and roadworks.
• Demonstrated project management experience; PMP designation is an asset.
• Knowledge of municipal approvals processes and regulatory requirements.
• Practical understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and constructability.
• Experience with trenchless technologies and tunneling is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills preferred).
• Proven ability to prepare technical reports, proposals, and contract documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work within budget constraints.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Other duties as assigned that are relevant to the position.
  
  

Your better starts here

We don’t settle for less, and neither should you. As it happens, offering great benefits to our people is entirely possible: the numbers work out. Happy teams mean happy clients. It’s just that simple. From recruitment to flexibility, learning to leadership, wellness to inclusion, we give our people the tools they need to outperform in their careers and build lasting connections with our clients, our culture, and each other.

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
• Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
• A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs
• Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
• Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree
• RVA Group Pension Plan with match
• Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips
• Access to a variety of free services (e.g., employee and family assistance programs, nutrition advice, caregiver support) and employee discounts (e.g., sports and entertainment tickets, major brands, insurance plans)
• Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options
  
  

Compensation Range

The salary range for this position is: $85,000.00 - $135,000.00

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.

Diversity, Inclusion, And Accommodations

At RVA, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. RVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you require any special accommodations, please advise Human Resources. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

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