Manager of Highway Maintenance Services

Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government department in Halifax seeks a Manager of Highway Maintenance Services to oversee operational programs in highway maintenance. You will be responsible for managing a strong team, ensuring program delivery within budget, and collaborating with various sections. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in road maintenance. This is a term position ending in August 2026 with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health and Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical diploma.
• Eligibility for membership to Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Several years of experience in road maintenance and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for planning and delivery of operational programs.
• Lead maintenance contracts and team operations.
• Collaboration with other sections for operations services.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Team leadership

Project management

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

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Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date:15-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job.

The Department of Public Works designs, constructs and maintains provincial highways, public buildings, bridges and other related infrastructure.

With a mandate to provide the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, the maintenance and upkeep of our 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges is paramount to our core responsibilities.

Primary Accountabilities

Reporting to the Director of Operations Services, the Manager of Highway Maintenance Services is accountable for the effective planning and delivery of operational programs/services within Highway Programs. The main accountabilities are:

• Ensuring that the program(s)/service(s) are delivered within budget constraints and comply with program requirements.
• Leading a team responsible for maintenance contracts and standing offers; winter coordination; policies, procedures and manuals; road listings and redesignations; permitting; industry liaison; support software systems; research and innovations; training; auditing while emphasizing consistency and efficiency in operations.
• Managing a strong team of DPW Agency Representatives with the Department of Emergency Management during activations of the provincial coordination center.
• Collaborating with other sections to facilitate the delivery of operations services, striving for both cost-effectiveness and adherence to program requirements. Actively contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Working in conjunction with the Manager of Asset Information Services (MAIS), lending an operational lens to asset management and ensuring planning, prioritizing and optimizing budgets using all tools available.
• Ensuring effective communication and operations alignment among the Districts, the broader leadership team and the public through awareness campaigns and inquiry responses.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and eligibility for membership to Engineers Nova Scotia as licensed to practice with several years of progressive technical and practical experience in road maintenance and contract administration is preferred. A technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (or other related diploma) and five (5) years of related experience is also acceptable.

You have strong supervisory skills and previous experience leading a team.

As travel is essential to this position, a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.

Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act is an essential component of this position. Computer proficiency is necessary. Knowledge of the Department’s policies and procedures would be considered an asset.

This is a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and competing priorities; your ability to multi-task and adapt is critical to your success. You are an inspiring and motivational team leader with experience managing staff performance and building interpersonal relationships. You consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service excellence. Your financial experience managing budgets and solid project management expertise are needed for the success of various maintenance projects and contracts.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as aDefined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here:Benefits for government employees .

Working Conditions

Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day. You may be required to work overtime on occasion.

The majority of your work is conducted in a comfortable office environment with moderate travel required within and outside of the Province.

There is pressure to meet deadlines while managing a diverse number of projects that require ongoing planning/revising. You must be able to manage stressful, complex situations and balance many different issues and considerations. Work is often subject to extensive scrutiny and criticism by the public and by the diverse communities served.

Additional Information

This is a Term employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of August 3, 2026. The appointment status Term is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.

Pay Grade:EC 11

Salary Range:$3,418.96- $4,273.75Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act.If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed [e-mail].