Senior Development Engineer Job at District of North Vancouver (North Vancouver)

Senior Development Engineer

District of North Vancouver

Location:
Canada , North Vancouver

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

128164.82 - 142500.73 CAD / Year

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Job Description:

As a senior member of the Development Engineering team reporting to the Manager, you will use your technical expertise and leadership skills to manage and provide professional engineering oversight in the review of land development applications. You will ensure that municipal infrastructure, public works, services and amenities required to support development are clearly defined, appropriately designed and delivered, and meet District bylaws, standards and requirements.

Job Responsibility:

Lead overall engineering review and oversight of land development applications
Mentor Development Engineering staff on project direction and decision-making
Support development projects from planning and design through construction and warranty
Lead interdepartmental reviews of offsite drawings for complex sites
Review consultant-prepared engineering drawings, stormwater management plans, and technical studies
Represent the District and liaise with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, developers, and external agencies
Develop solutions based on engineering practice and industry standards
Provide direction on detailed civil designs and infrastructure servicing requirements
Prepare reports, presentations, and responses to queries from Council, committees, and the public
Provide strategic input into corporate initiatives, policies, and procedures
Attend public information and engagement meetings as needed

Requirements:

Degree in civil engineering
Registered as a professional engineer in B.C.
At least seven years of progressively increasing responsibility in the public sector and/or as a municipal consultant
Valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s licence
Thorough knowledge of development processes, including rezonings, subdivisions, development permits and building permits
Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and municipal servicing standards, including stormwater management, municipal operations, infrastructure design and development engineering best practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and resolve issues proactively
A service-oriented, analytical approach that balances the needs of developers, consultants and the public while maintaining District priorities
Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to engage and support others to achieve strong outcomes

What we offer:

Professional development opportunities
Competitive total compensation package
Nine-day fortnight
Hybrid work arrangements
Flexible, family-friendly policies
Inclusive workplace culture

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

Expiration:
March 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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