Municipal Public Works & Engineering Lead

By The City of Owen Sound; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health & Dental plan

OMERS pension plan

Job summary

The City of Owen Sound is seeking a highly organized Public Works and Engineering Specialist to provide administrative and technical support across Engineering Services, Environmental Services, and Public Works Operations. You will act as a primary contact for residents, contractors, and utility providers, and assist with capital projects and environmental initiatives.

Role involves permit administration, project coordination, regulatory reporting, and ensuring service continuity while upholding

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field.
• Municipal infrastructure experience encouraged.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer engineering-related permits and approvals.
• Review submissions for completeness and coordinate with departments and external stakeholders.
• Maintain permit tracking and ensure timely processing and communication with applicants.
• Serve as primary contact for engineering-related inquiries via multiple channels.
• Assist with capital project administration, reporting, and contract records.
• Support Environmental Services programs and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Civil Engineering Technology diploma

Construction Engineering Technology diploma

Environmental Engineering Technology diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Municipal software systems

Job description

The City of Owen Sound is seeking a highly organized Public Works and Engineering Specialist to provide administrative and technical support across Engineering Services, Environmental Services, and Public Works Operations. You will act as a primary contact for residents, contractors, and utility providers, and assist with capital projects and environmental initiatives.

Role involves permit administration, project coordination, regulatory reporting, and ensuring service continuity while upholding