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JOB POSTING: 2025-0457

POSTING PERIOD: Monday, December 15, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. to Friday, January 09, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

UNION: Non-Union

POSITION STATUS: Regular Full-Time

# OF POSITIONS: 1

RATE OF PAY: $132,141.81 to $160,619.13 Annually

SHIFT WORK REQU'D: No

DUTIES:
Reporting to the Executive Director, Engineering/Deputy City Engineer, this position will be responsible for overseeing infrastructure projects within the municipality right-of-way including, but not limited to, new roads, sewers, drainage works, sidewalks, active transportation measures etc. This position will:

• Supervise a team of technical staff, including engineers and technologists and is responsible for leading and overseeing a broad range of engineering assignments, including the technical design and preparation of specifications, cost estimates, tender documents, and contract administration for municipal infrastructure projects. 
• Oversee projects from inception to completion, coordinating with all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring that public infrastructure is designed and constructed in full compliance with municipal and provincial standards. The incumbent will affix their professional engineer’s seal to drawings and documents and assume professional responsibility for all projects assigned to the division.
• Represent the Corporation and liaise with consultants and contractors during the planning, design and construction of assigned projects. 
• Oversee the development of contracts and agreements, including the evaluation, selection, and procurement of services and products from vendors. The role is responsible for establishing and reviewing project plans and schedules, managing project teams, and removing roadblocks that may hinder project success. 
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, prepare Council reports, and present to City Council and/or senior management as required. Additional responsibilities include contributing to the capital budget process by recommending priority infrastructure improvements, providing cost estimates and breakdowns by funding source considering industry trends and project timing, conducting research and preparing reports, briefings, and other written correspondence.
• Ensure staff familiarization with Provincial safety legislation and corporate safety policies and procedures. 
• Perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a Master’s Degree in in Engineering (Civil or Environmental), or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible engineering experience in a municipal environment, 
• OR Must have a University degree in Engineering (Civil or Environmental), or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible engineering experience in a municipal environment.
• Must be licensed by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (P.Eng.).
• Must have in-depth knowledge and experience with infrastructure, project management methodology and practices, and applicable legislation.
• Must perform effectively in a multi-disciplined, fast paced environment that requires a high degree of personal organization, motivation, initiative, problem solving techniques and highly developed project management skills.
• Must have proven success in implementing complex projects. 
• Must have proven leadership qualities, strong interpersonal and consensus building skills, and be both self-motivated and a team player.
• Must have exceptional skills in the areas of organization, prioritization, planning, and problem solving.
• Must have excellent written, verbal, research and presentation skills.
• Must possess computer literacy skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program.
• Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset.
• Should have strong knowledge of municipal business, financial and regulatory processes.
• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulation and knowledge of the hazards associated with the work.
• Must have the ability to travel to offsite locations in a timely & expedient manner as required. Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class ‘G’ Driver’s License in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment.