Ministry of Forests Prince George (On-site)

Area Engineer $80,050.06 - $106,805.94 annually, plus a 6.5% Recruitment and Retention Adjustment

The Engineering Branch provides leadership and professional guidance to ensure a safe and sustainable provincial resource road network through policy development and technical expertise. The branch collaborates closely with engineering staff across the Ministry of Forests, supporting the delivery of construction, deactivation and other infrastructure projects. With a strong team of engineering and forestry professionals, offers a supportive and flexible environment for staff to contribute their expertise on diverse and impactful projects.

The Area Engineer provides design and engineering services and applies expertise to ensure safe and sustainable infrastructure, with a focus on bridges and roads within the Natural Resource Sector. This position emphasizes independent judgement and decision-making, allowing you to make a tangible impact while contributing to an inclusive and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and innovative solutions.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service, please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

Qualifications for this role include: Must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Degree in Civil/Forest engineering or equivalent as recognized by EGBC. Five (5) or more years of recent (within the last seven (7) years), related engineering experience in infrastructure planning, design and/or construction projects. Related engineering experience in project management of infrastructure planning, design and/or construction projects. Field experience monitoring engineering practices and contract compliance. Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent) or ability to obtain one immediately.

Preference may be given to those with the following: Five (5) or more years recent (within the last 7 years) engineering experience related to the Natural Resource Sector. Further preference may be given for more years of experience in this area.

For more information and to apply online by July 7th, 2026, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/123340