ISL is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in leading land development projects ready to join the Community Development team in Edmonton or Calgary.
A Little About Us
ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees including award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and much more that work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community.
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More about what we do:
- We deliver on a variety of multidisciplinary projects.
- We have extensive expertise – We have a variety of expertise and are comprised of five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Building and Structures and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.
- We are award winning and recognized in industry – Visit our #ISLLife blog and learn more.
About the Role
ISL is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in leading land development projects ready to join the Community Development team in Edmonton or Calgary.
If you are a results-driven professional who thrives on managing complex, multidisciplinary projects, building strong client and municipal relationships, and mentoring the next generation of engineers and technologists, we'd love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead land, municipal, and site development projects through conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design, from early planning and approvals through construction.
- Manage and oversee the design of projects including site grading, utility servicing, roadways, pedestrian networks, utility coordination, and stormwater management.
- Prepare, coordinate, and manage development applications and approvals, including Area Structure Plans, Outline Plans, Development Permits, Development Agreements, and Building Permits
- Liaise with municipal review teams and approval authorities to support timely and coordinated approvals.
- Complete quality control reviews of deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with municipal and internal standards.
- Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary project teams, including internal disciplines, subconsultants, and field services.
- Support tendering and construction delivery, including contractor coordination, construction reviews, responses to RFIs, and progress payment certification.
- Provide proactive project management and client communication, managing scope, schedule, budget, risks, and client expectations.
About you:
You are an experienced land development engineer who draws on strong technical background and sound professional judgment to deliver complex land and site development projects. You take ownership from early planning and approvals through detailed design and construction, consistently delivering solutions that balance quality, risk, schedule, and client objectives.
You bring proven experience across the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, tendering, and construction delivery. You approach challenges thoughtfully identifying risks early and applying practical, constructible solutions that support successful outcomes.
A collaborative professional, you work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and build trusted relationships with developers, municipalities, contractors, and internal stakeholders. You value collective success and contribute positively to team dynamics, recognizing that strong collaboration leads to better results for projects and communities.
At ISL, every project is a shared achievement. You are supported by a team of more than 25 local professionals and are part of a broader sector of over 50 community development experts. Well established in the industry, you bring strong relationships with developers, municipalities, and land development partners. You understand the landscape and are ready to dig in.
You bring a proactive, forward-thinking mindset to your work. Curious by nature, you continually seek opportunities to improve projects, processes, and tools—enhancing efficiency, quality, and consistency in delivery.
Ready to throw your name in?
Your cover letter and resume should show us:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (or equivalent) and registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Technologist (P.Tech) in Alberta or eligible for registration with APEGA.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in land development and municipal infrastructure, leading projects from concept through detailed design and construction.
- Proven experience managing development approvals and applications.
- Strong Project Management experience leading multidisciplinary teams, client relationships, and construction-phase services (tendering, contractor coordination, scope/schedule/budget).
- Ability to coach and mentor other junior professionals
What ISL Offers
We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.
Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:
- Hybrid model of work with flexibility to travel and work from over 16 offices across western Canada.
- Immediate Employer paid benefits upon commencement which include health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
- Life Insurance and AD&D options.
- Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
- Group RRSP with employer matching opportunities
- Competitive Annual bonus incentives.
- Paid professional development opportunities such as conferences and memberships.
- Parental leave top ups.
- Shareholder opportunities.
- 24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
- Service Recognition Awards.
- An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan to set you up for success.
Location
ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada.
While this position would ideally be in Edmonton or Calgary.
At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, land use planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. Just the right size, ISL delivers on complex projects while being small enough to maintain strong, cohesive project teams and personal client attention and service.
At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.
