Senior Development Technologist Municipality: City of Abbotsford To apply online, click here Job ID: J0426-0968 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Engineering & Regional Utilities Job Description: The City of Abbotsford is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to provide senior level technical leadership for complex development and building permit applications. Reporting to the Manager, Development Engineering, this position plays a key role in the coordination, review, and approval of municipal servicing and engineering requirements associated with rezoning, subdivision, and building permits. Duties: This role is responsible for the technical review of civil engineering designs, servicing strategies, cost estimates, and supporting documentation for high risk or sensitive files. The Senior Development Technologist applies advanced judgement and problem solving skills to evaluate innovative or non standard servicing solutions, ensure compliance with City bylaws and standards, and support informed, defensible decision making. Acting as a senior technical resource, the position works closely with developers, consultants, regulatory agencies, and internal City departments to resolve servicing issues and advance applications efficiently. The role also provides mentorship and technical guidance to Development Technologists and related staff, supports process improvement initiatives, and assists the Manager with workflow oversight and staff development. The Senior Development Technologist may contribute to Council reports and presentations, represent the City in contentious or legally sensitive matters, and act or backfill for the Manager, Development Engineering as required. Skill Requirements: Qualifications include: •Two year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology. •Registration as an Applied Science Technologist with ASTTBC. •Minimum five (5) years of related experience in land development design and construction or approvals; private sector experience is an asset. Salary: The salary range for this position is $112,530.60 to $132,787.20. Additional Information: At the City of Abbotsford, we are striving to create a challenging and rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We’re also committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting; retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce that broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Address: City of Abbotsford 32315 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7 E-mail: careers@abbotsford.ca Fax: 604-864-5541 Opening Date: May 1, 2026 08:30 AM Closing Date: May 22, 2026 04:30 PM Back