engineering manager
District of Squamish
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The District of Squamishis located inthe unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial. Manager of Capital Projects Permanent Full-Time Are you a strategic and collaborative engineering leader with a passion for delivering projects that shape communities?
The District is seeking a Manager of Capital Projects to lead the planning and delivery of a diverse portfolio of municipal infrastructure projects that support community growth, sustainability, and quality of life. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will oversee a team of professional and technical staff responsible for delivering the District's capital investment program. You will provide leadership in project planning, resource allocation, budget management, consultant oversight, stakeholder engagement, and risk management while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Council priorities and community needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our community through the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects and services. Key Responsibilities: Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning, capital budgeting, and departmental strategy. Collaborate in the development of the annual capital plan and recommend implementation strategies and resource requirements to the Director.
Provide oversight and guidance to staff in the development of project objectives, and delivery strategies. Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, Indigenous communities, consultants, and residents to successfully deliver projects that enhance and maintain critical municipal infrastructure.
What we're looking for: Our ideal candidate is an experienced engineering professional with strong leadership, project management, and communication skills, a solid understanding of municipal engineering practices and regulations, and a proven ability to lead teams through complex capital projects. If you are passionate about building resilient infrastructure, fostering high-performing teams, and making a meaningful impact in the community, we encourage you to apply.
Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle that few places can beat. We are a team of fun-loving yet highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate.
Our Vision: Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish. Our Mission: We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish. Our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Connection, ProgressThink you would be the perfect fit?
Then come and Deliver Outstanding Service at the District of Squamish! On top of the salary ranging from $136,695.90 - $150,215.28, the District of Squamish also offers a comprehensive benefits package, as well as a compressed work week which allows for an earned day off every second week.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning, capital budgeting, and departmental strategy.
- Collaborate in the development of the annual capital plan and recommend implementation strategies and resource requirements to the Director.
- Provide oversight and guidance to staff in the development of project objectives, and delivery strategies.
- Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, Indigenous communities, consultants, and residents to successfully deliver projects that enhance and maintain critical municipal infrastructure.
Employment & Location Information
- Location Squamish , BC
- Work location On site
- Salary $ 136,695.9 YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #115591
- Human Resources District of Squamish 37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, B.C., V8B 0A3
- Application deadline: September 11, 2026
- Email: [email protected]
- Squamish, BC