Director of Engineering and Capital Planning
Iqaluit Full-time Director Engineering Leadership
At a glance
Director-level Engineering Leadership role at City of Iqaluit. Iqaluit · full-time · CA$154,152 base.
SalaryStated by City of Iqaluit
CA$154,152
Base salary for this role, in CAD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleEngineering Leadership
SeniorityDirector
LocationIqaluit
EmploymentFull-time
Base payCA$154,152
PostedOct 8, 2026
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Shape the city’s multi-year infrastructure investment plans and keep the capital spending program moving
- Pursue government funding, submit applications and manage the follow-up reporting those awards require
- Take projects through planning, purchasing, contract oversight, design checks and execution
- Set departmental operating and capital budgets, then monitor spending and financial results
- Coach staff and oversee operations, compliance, public communication and updates to Council and partners
What you bring
- An engineering bachelor’s degree and eligibility for registration with NAPEG, or existing registration
- At least seven years in progressive leadership across engineering, municipal infrastructure, public works or capital projects
- Experience overseeing infrastructure work, budgets, procurement and contract administration
- A current driver’s licence
Who this fits
This is a senior leadership post in Iqaluit, reporting to the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer responsible for Infrastructure and Planning. You’ll lead technical and operational staff, including through coaching and workforce planning. Eligible Nunavut Land Claims Agreement beneficiaries receive hiring priority.
From the employer
Director of Engineering and Capital Planning
Opportunity Overview
The City of Iqaluit is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Director of Engineering and Capital Planning to lead municipal infrastructure planning, capital project delivery, asset management, and long-term community development initiatives. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer - Infrastructure and Planning , this senior leadership role is responsible for advancing the City's capital investment priorities, securing project funding, overseeing major infrastructure projects, and providing leadership to technical and operational teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of Canada's northern communities.
Compensation Snapshot
Apply Today
If you are an experienced engineering leader with a passion for infrastructure development, strategic planning, and community impact, we encourage you to apply.
Join us in helping build the future of Canada's Arctic capital.
As per Article 23 of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, priority will be given to Nunavut Land Claim Beneficiaries who meet the criteria.
Opportunity Overview
The City of Iqaluit is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Director of Engineering and Capital Planning to lead municipal infrastructure planning, capital project delivery, asset management, and long-term community development initiatives. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer - Infrastructure and Planning , this senior leadership role is responsible for advancing the City's capital investment priorities, securing project funding, overseeing major infrastructure projects, and providing leadership to technical and operational teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of Canada's northern communities.
Compensation Snapshot
- Salary: $154,152.67 annually
- Hours of Work: 35 -hours per week
- Settlement Allowance: $22,378.25 annually
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Union Status: Excluded
- Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the City's multi-year capital infrastructure and capital spending programs.
- Identify funding opportunities, prepare funding applications, and manage reporting requirements for government funding programs.
- Direct capital project planning, procurement, contract administration, design review, and project execution activities.
- Develop and oversee departmental operating and capital budgets while monitoring expenditures and financial performance.
- Provide strategic leadership to departmental staff through coaching, workforce planning, performance management, and operational oversight.
- Ensure regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, public communications, and reporting to Council, government agencies, and community partners.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and eligible for, or registered with, NAPEG.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in engineering, municipal infrastructure, public works, or capital project management.
- Experience overseeing infrastructure projects, budgets, procurement, and contract administration.
- Strong knowledge of municipal operations, asset management, funding programs, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning abilities.
- Valid Driver's License required; PMP designation and Indigenous language skills are considered assets.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced engineering leader with a passion for infrastructure development, strategic planning, and community impact, we encourage you to apply.
Join us in helping build the future of Canada's Arctic capital.
As per Article 23 of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, priority will be given to Nunavut Land Claim Beneficiaries who meet the criteria.
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