Big Opportunities in Calgary: City Jobs Pay Over $130K This October
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Big Opportunities in Calgary: City Jobs Pay Over $130K This October

Lieke S
Lieke S
Calgary, Canada September 29, 2026 1 min read

Expats and digital nomads in Calgary, here’s a piece of news you won’t want to miss: the City of Calgary is hiring this October, and some positions are offering salaries over $130,000 per year. Whether you’re looking for a stable job or a higher-paying role, there are plenty of opportunities available.

Big Opportunities in Calgary: City Jobs Pay Over $130K This October

From engineering roles to data positions:

  • Senior project controls scheduler: $46.21 to $61.78 per hour. You’ll lead project scheduling efforts, ensuring successful project execution.
  • Project Architect: $104,938 to $131,172 per year. You’ll lead the planning, design, and delivery of essential City-owned buildings.
  • Business and data analyst: $44.01 to $58.82 per hour. You’ll analyze data to support strategic and operational decision-making in Calgary Transit.
  • Project engineer: $115,464 to $144,330 per year. You’ll lead the delivery of complex essential City-owned facilities.
  • Risk manager: $104,938 to $131,172 per year. You’ll oversee risk and opportunity management activities for the Green Line LRT, SE Project Business Unit.

These positions offer not just competitive salaries, but the chance to make a significant impact on the city's infrastructure and operations. If you're based in Calgary or considering a move, now’s the time to check out these openings.

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Lieke S
Lieke S

2 years in Calgary after a decade of saying it was temporary. Dutch originally.

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