Manager, Engineering Design

Delta, British Columbia, Canada

Location: City Hall

Employment group: Exempt

Hours of Work: 35 Hour Work Week

Job : 26-79 EX B

One of the sunniest regions in BC’s Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities – Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.

In this exempt position, the Manager, Engineering Design reports directly to the Deputy Director of Engineering (Design & Construction) within the Engineering Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination, design, and Engineer of Record duties for in‑house engineering design projects. Projects include water mains, storm and sanitary sewers, intersection signals, sanitary and drainage pump stations, and roadway infrastructure.

Responsibilities include reviewing contract documents, developing engineering designs, preparing and sealing record drawings, reviewing engineering specifications, and preparing project schedules and budgets. The role also involves conducting field inspections to ensure work is completed in accordance with contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and municipal standards.

The Manager, Engineering Design is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered in a timely and cost‑effective manner while maintaining a high standard of quality. Community engagement and stakeholder consultation within a fast‑paced and challenging environment are key components of this position.

The ideal candidate is a high‑performing, driven, and self‑motivated professional with extensive experience delivering capital projects from conception through completion. A proven track record of leading new initiatives while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders with diverse interests is considered an asset. The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of industry best practices and demonstrated experience applying sound engineering judgement to develop practical solutions to complex municipal engineering challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Professional Engineering designation and a minimum of 5 years related experience in leading engineering projects or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be in good standing with Engineering and Geoscientists of British Columbia.
• Experience working as a consultant and/or in the public sector on municipal engineering projects is an asset.
• Expertise in transportation, roads, and underground utility design or a related field.
• Class 5 driver’s license is required.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $140,260 - $167,262 and a comprehensive benefits package, including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with Special Agreement option (Municipal Pension Plan), as well as an earned‑days‑off system. This posting will remain open until filled.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application.

Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.