Traffic Signals Project Engineer

Job Number : 47707

As the Traffic Signals Project Engineer, you will report to the Senior Engineer and be responsible for the review, analysis, engineering and oversight of construction of the City’s traffic signal system. Utilizing strong problem-solving and communication skills, you will identify and resolve Traffic Signal operations issues, as well as manage Traffic Signal specifications, design and installation.

Some key responsibilities are:

• Plan and oversee aspects of projects in order to meet 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, review and authenticate engineering designs for traffic signals
• Review traffic engineering studies and design plans for roadway projects relative to the traffic signal systems
• Design traffic signal timings to ensure the traffic signal system is operating safely and efficiently
• Develop and identify traffic operational improvements by conducting traffic engineering analysis of the transportation system
• Determine methods to improve movement for all modes of transportation and complete assessments to improve safety at signalized intersections
• Conduct field surveys and assessments to determine functional requirements for new signals and signal upgrades (e.g. traffic count)
• Review, prepare and provide comprehensive responses to inquiries received from the public, stakeholders, members of Council and the other City departments
• Project budgeting, cost and documentation management (conceptual budgets, estimate review, change order, invoice review and project close out)
• Assist with procurement and contract management
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university preferably with coursework in transportation planning, traffic operations, and transit and traffic engineering
• Membership with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing
• Coursework/training in project management (PMP); or other leadership training and asset
• 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience or familiarity with transportation related software applications is an asset
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license or operator’s licensing equivalent. Applicant may be required to obtain business use auto insurance
• Applicants will be required to arrange their own transportation and where appropriate will be reimbursed in accordance with the City of Edmonton policy
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Applicants may be tested

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Employment@edmonton.ca.

Up to 1 permanent, full-time position

Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Management and Out-of-Scope positions at the City of Edmonton are being reviewed for possible inclusion in the Civic Service Union 52 bargaining unit. If this position is impacted by the review there may be changes to certain aspects of the position. Candidates will be notified accordingly of any changes

Salary: $75,966.040 to $108,522.910 Annually

Talent Acquisition Consultant: KA/RA

Classification Title : PE2 - Civil Engineer

Posting Date : Oct 24, 2023

Closing Date : Nov 14, 2023 11:59:00 PM (MDT)

Number of Openings (up to) : 1 - Permanent Full-time

Union : Management

Department : Parks and Roads Services

Work Location(s) : 16th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4