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Project Engineer
Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Small Craft Harbours
Closing date: November 23, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
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Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Reference number
DFO26J-177116-000028
DFO26J-177116-000028
Selection process number
26-DFO-QUE-EA-686756
26-DFO-QUE-EA-686756
Location
Québec (Québec)
Québec (Québec)
Salary
$100,684 to $122,337
$100,684 to $122,337
Level
EN-ENG-03
EN-ENG-03
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
For further information on the organization, please visit Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
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- About the position
- Conditions of employment
- You need (essential for the job)
- Language requirements (essential for the job)
- You may need (asset qualifications)
- Our commitment
- Equity, diversity and inclusion
- Preference
- How to apply
- Hiring organization contact
About the position
Duties
📌ABOUT THE JOB
Do you want to put your engineering skills at the service of concrete projects that have a lasting impact on Quebec's coastal communities? You will certainly be interested in this job opportunity! The Small Craft Harbours Branch (SCH) is looking for motivated professionals with engineering knowledge, a keen interest in the management and maintenance of marine infrastructure, and an ability to solve diverse problems in collaboration with multiple stakeholders. The Small Craft Harbours (SCH) program at Fisheries and Oceans Canada strives to recruit highly qualified and skilled candidates and invest in its employees. We recognize the talent of our employees and will work with them to develop their full potential.
📌ABOUT THE JOB
Do you want to put your engineering skills at the service of concrete projects that have a lasting impact on Quebec's coastal communities? You will certainly be interested in this job opportunity! The Small Craft Harbours Branch (SCH) is looking for motivated professionals with engineering knowledge, a keen interest in the management and maintenance of marine infrastructure, and an ability to solve diverse problems in collaboration with multiple stakeholders. The Small Craft Harbours (SCH) program at Fisheries and Oceans Canada strives to recruit highly qualified and skilled candidates and invest in its employees. We recognize the talent of our employees and will work with them to develop their full potential.
Work environment
🐟 The SCH team is a stimulating, dynamic and operational environment. We are responsible for the management and maintenance of a network of commercial fishing harbours. We are ensuring that essential harbours for the fishing industry remain open and in good condition. The facilities are highly diverse and include wharves, breakwaters, boat launch ramps, floating docks and walkways.As a Project Engineer, you will participate in the planning, design, maintenance and management of critical port infrastructure, including wharves, breakwaters, boat launches and coastal protection structures.What to expect:
⚓ Plan, design and carry out marine infrastructure projects of various sizes;
⚓ Produce or review plans, specifications, calculations and cost estimates;
⚓ Provide technical advice to support asset management and decision-making;
⚓ Develop innovative solutions to increase the sustainability, safety and performance of port infrastructure. You will help support the fishing industry and coastal communities while addressing technical challenges related to marine conditions, climate change, and evolving operational needs.
🐟 The SCH team is a stimulating, dynamic and operational environment. We are responsible for the management and maintenance of a network of commercial fishing harbours. We are ensuring that essential harbours for the fishing industry remain open and in good condition. The facilities are highly diverse and include wharves, breakwaters, boat launch ramps, floating docks and walkways.As a Project Engineer, you will participate in the planning, design, maintenance and management of critical port infrastructure, including wharves, breakwaters, boat launches and coastal protection structures.What to expect:
⚓ Plan, design and carry out marine infrastructure projects of various sizes;
⚓ Produce or review plans, specifications, calculations and cost estimates;
⚓ Provide technical advice to support asset management and decision-making;
⚓ Develop innovative solutions to increase the sustainability, safety and performance of port infrastructure. You will help support the fishing industry and coastal communities while addressing technical challenges related to marine conditions, climate change, and evolving operational needs.
Intent of the process
💭 The current need is to fill a determinate position in Quebec City. A pool of candidates could be established and used to fill similar positions with varying tenures of employment and language requirements within the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
💭 The current need is to fill a determinate position in Quebec City. A pool of candidates could be established and used to fill similar positions with varying tenures of employment and language requirements within the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Positions to be filled
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Important messages
All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the conclusion of the process, may be used for evaluation purposes.A top-down selection may be used during any phases of the selection process.It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Please provide a valid e-mail address as all correspondence will be sent via e-mail.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.Assessment accommodationFisheries and Oceans Canada is stronger and most effective when it reflects the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs.
All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the conclusion of the process, may be used for evaluation purposes.A top-down selection may be used during any phases of the selection process.It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Please provide a valid e-mail address as all correspondence will be sent via e-mail.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.Assessment accommodationFisheries and Oceans Canada is stronger and most effective when it reflects the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
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• Willingness and availability to work overtime or work weekends occasionally.
• Consent and be available to travel throughout Quebec and occasionally across Canada.
• Possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and be willing to drive cars or light trucks.
• Willingness and ability to travel on rough terrain, port infrastructure and construction sites in hostile weather conditions (cold, wind, rain, snow).
• Consent and be available to travel throughout Quebec and occasionally across Canada.
• Possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and be willing to drive cars or light trucks.
• Willingness and ability to travel on rough terrain, port infrastructure and construction sites in hostile weather conditions (cold, wind, rain, snow).
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
🎓 EDUCATION
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or another field of engineering related to the duties of the position.
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or another field of engineering related to the duties of the position.
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📜PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.
Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.
⭐️EXPERIENCE• Experience providing technical services, engineering advice and guidance in support of the design, construction, maintenance, or repair of civil or marine infrastructure, or components thereof, as well as in the preparation and review of engineering studies and reports;
• Experience in planning and preparing technical study and construction mandates, drafting tender documents, evaluating proposals, negotiating with specialized engineering service providers and/or construction professionals;
• Experience in project management* related to the construction management of civil or marine infrastructure.*Project management means: the identification of project objectives, needs, issues and risks, cost estimation, planning and monitoring of budgets and schedules related to the management of civil or maritime infrastructure.
Applied / assessed at a later date
📝 ABILITIES
• Ability to plan, design, coordinate and carry out civil infrastructure construction projects including drafting tender documents, preparing and monitoring cost estimates and schedules;
• Ability to manage construction contracts or technical mandates;
• Ability to analyze issues and make appropriate technical recommendations;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to plan, design, coordinate and carry out civil infrastructure construction projects including drafting tender documents, preparing and monitoring cost estimates and schedules;
• Ability to manage construction contracts or technical mandates;
• Ability to analyze issues and make appropriate technical recommendations;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
✨PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
• Judgment;
• Working effectively with others;
• Demonstrate initiative and be action-oriented;
• Demonstrate integrity and respect.
• Judgment;
• Working effectively with others;
• Demonstrate initiative and be action-oriented;
• Demonstrate integrity and respect.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)
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You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
🎓 EDUCATION (ASSET)
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
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📜 OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec
Be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec
⭐️ EXPERIENCE (ASSET)
• Experience in the design of engineering structures and/or hydraulic infrastructures (such as dams) and/or maritime and port structures;
• Experience in the design of engineering structures and/or hydraulic infrastructures (such as dams) and/or maritime and port structures;
• Experience working in port and/or maritime and/or coastal infrastructure;
• Experience in litigation management.
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
Learn more about preference to veterans.
How to apply
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Information you must provide- Your résumé
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.