Engineering Services Manager

Alberta Municipalities | Strength in Members; Alberta; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine engagierte Gemeinde sucht einen Engineering Services Manager, der eine Schlüsselrolle bei der Umsetzung von Infrastrukturprojekten spielt. In dieser Position sind Sie verantwortlich für die strategische Planung und Verwaltung der Ingenieurdienstleistungen, die Förderung von Effizienz und Innovation sowie die Unterstützung von Richtlinienentwicklungen. Sie bringen umfangreiche Kenntnisse im Projektmanagement und in der Kommunikation mit, um die Bedürfnisse der Gemeinde zu erfüllen. Diese Rolle bietet die Möglichkeit, einen bedeutenden Einfluss auf die zukünftige Entwicklung der Stadt zu haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten, das Wert auf Zusammenarbeit und Wachstum legt.

Qualifications

• 5 Jahre Erfahrung in der Verwaltung von Bauprojekten in einer kommunalen Umgebung.
• Fähigkeit, technische Zeichnungen und Berichte zu lesen und zu verstehen.

Responsibilities

• Leitung der Ingenieurdienstleistungen und Unterstützung bei Infrastrukturprojekten.
• Entwicklung und Überwachung des Jahresbudgets für das Portfolio.

Skills

Projektmanagement

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Zeitmanagement

Analytische Fähigkeiten

GIS-Kenntnisse

AutoCAD-Kenntnisse

Konfliktlösung

Verhandlungsgeschick

Education

Bachelor in Bauingenieurwesen

Professionelle Ingenieursausbildung (P. Eng.)

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS-Systeme

Job description

The Town of Blackfalds is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Services Manager to join our team. The Engineering Services Manager will manage the Engineering Services department and provide support for infrastructure policies, projects, and programs for the Division.

The manager will be instrumental in building a strong foundation of engineering and Project Management principles through collaboration and policy development. This position will oversee resource planning, human resources, budgeting, capital projects, and the permit to practice requirements for the Town. This leader will implement expert strategies to boost efficiency and innovation for this exciting new department towards meeting the engineering needs of the Town while strategically growing the engineering department.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to represent the Town and Department in a professional, competent manner.
• Exceptional time management skills, ability to prioritize and organize workloads.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with related municipal legislation and other provincial statutes.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and in a variety of public interactions.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, Real Property Reports, and site plans, and perform mathematical calculations to independently determine compliance with engineering and design requirements.
• Strategic thinker, attention to detail, and excellent analytical skills combined with interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills. Time management skills.
• Identify and resolve problems relating to development and civil works that may be unique and complex.
• Excellent customer service skills to balance the needs of stakeholders with local and provincial regulations and standards.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven project management knowledge, scheduling, and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of GIS and AutoCAD systems and design principles.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Provide engineering-related answers to information requests for residents (upcoming work, service complaints, drainage issues, etc.).
• Provide engineering-related answers to information requests from the development and building industry (Record searches, as-built information, etc.).
• Manage the development and data of the GIS and Mapping system as it relates to Asset Management.
• Initiate, draft, and assist in the development of policies and procedures prepared by the Infrastructure and Planning Services Division.
• Assist other departments by providing engineering and GIS technical resources for ongoing maintenance, operational, and planning projects.
• Provide input and support for grant applications for Town infrastructure projects.
• Responsible for the hiring, performance management, mentoring, and training of subordinate staff.
• Responsible for the development and monitoring of the annual budget for the assigned portfolio.
• Support the Director in the preparation of Council presentations, and present to the Council occasionally for programs and projects pertaining to the role.
• Work with the Director to ensure capital projects are delivered based on the Project Charter criteria or under the direction of the Director.
• Assist with public consultation and engagement for programs and projects as directed.
• Consult with other levels of government and private sector organizations involved in planning, engineering, GIS, and construction management to ensure the successful delivery of Town projects and programs.
• Review design drawings for compliance with Town Standards under the direction of the Director.
• Assist in the development of requests for proposals and tenders.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineering (P. Eng.) designation and a member in good standing with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
• Five (5) years of experience in the implementation and management of civil construction projects in a municipal setting.
• Five years of supervisory experience at a management level in a municipal setting would be an asset.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• RCMP Criminal Record Check
• Valid Driver’s License with current Driver's Abstract
• Attend evening meetings, including Council meetings, Public Open Houses, Public Hearings, and any other operational meetings when required.
  
  

This position reports to the Director of Infrastructure & Planning Services.

Hours of Work: The position works 35 hours per week. This position requires you to attend occasional evening meetings.

Salary range: The salary range for the position is $112,567.00 - $134,607.20 per year.

Closing date: Monday, June 2, 2025 @ 4:30 pm.