*REVISED* Infrastructure Assessment Analyst

City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Asset Management Branch. In this role, you will be responsible for leading infrastructure assessment studies and projects, ensuring the effective management of public works assets. Your expertise in municipal infrastructure systems and rehabilitation techniques will be crucial as you evaluate and address various infrastructure challenges. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the community's infrastructure while collaborating with a diverse team. If you are passionate about engineering and public service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in assessing linear network systems.
• Knowledge of infrastructure rehabilitation techniques and theories.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure assessment studies and projects.
• Provide analyses and support for infrastructure assessments.

Skills

Prioritization of system needs

Preliminary design of projects

Reading engineering drawings

Interpersonal skills

Working with contractors and consultants

Written and verbal communication

Utilizing specialized software

Handling multiple demands

Incorporating new technologies

Organizational skills

Education

4-year university degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Tools

GIS software

Database management software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

Requisition ID: 17090

Department: Infrastructure & Water Services Dept.

Service: Asset Management Service

Branch: Linear Asset Management Branch

Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary-Up to 2 years

Work Hours: 35.00hours per week

Affiliation: CIPP

Salary Information: $93,764.58- $114,097.62 annually (2024 rates of pay)

Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean

City: Ottawa, ON

Job Category: Planning and Infrastructure

Application Close: 09/05/2025

Job Summary

The Asset Management Branch is responsible for the cost-effective management of the City’s $20 billion public works infrastructure assets, carrying out or overseeing the provision of planning, analysis and needs evaluation specifications, and Request for Proposal (RFP) development, evaluation and selection.

You are responsible for planning and/or leading assigned infrastructure assessment studies and projects relating to the City’s road, sidewalk, pathway and guide rail infrastructures. You also lead the section’s investigation of associated problems and inquiries, and provide other infrastructure assessment services, analyses and support to the section.

Education And Experience

Completion of 4 year university degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and practical experience in the assessment of linear network systems’ infrastructure and renewal technologies

KNOWLEDGE

• Complex municipal infrastructure systems (such as roads, sidewalks, pathways and guide rails)
• Infrastructure rehabilitation techniques and theories
• Engineering planning, design, construction/rehabilitation pertaining to the work, and related national, provincial and municipal engineering standards, inclusion legislation, regulations, codes and By-law
• In-depth knowledge of the City’s infrastructure, including design, operations and performance
• Methods and techniques used in planning, organizing, and carrying out assigned studies/projects
• Principles for evaluation of deficiencies in infrastructure system components
• Legal issues pertaining to infrastructure system components, specifically related to the preparation of supporting documentation for proceedings regarding litigation, contract disputes and cost sharing
• Working knowledge of Infrastructure Management Systems, digital inventories and schematic mapping with an ability to determine data requirements, feasibility and architecture to manage the inventory
• General knowledge of renewal and rehabilitation technology methods
• Computer applications pertaining to data base management, GIS, spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail and use of the Intranet and Internet
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
  
  
  
  

Competencies, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize specific system needs using all sources of existing information and objective engineering assessments
• Proven ability to provide preliminary design of specific projects including the integration of existing infrastructure and future needs
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with the public, management and all internal and external work-related contacts
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with contractors and consultants for investigation and inspection work
• Demonstrated ability to guide technical staff
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including the
• ability to convey information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to utilize computers and specialized software associated with the job functions
• Ability to deal effectively with multiple demands and conflicting priorities
• Ability to incorporate and apply new technologies for current use and to identify future opportunities for their application
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle contentious issues and situations
• Sound judgment
• Diplomacy, discretion and tact
• Independent, self motivated
• Flexible, adaptable and resourceful
• Creative and visionary thinker
• Effective communicator
• Team player
• Work well under pressure
  
  
  
  

What You Need To Know

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre (email: [e-mail]) at 613-580-2424, extension 47411 HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.