Supervisor, Neighbourhoods Design

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton seeks a Supervisor of Neighbourhoods Design to lead the design aspects of infrastructure renewal in mature neighbourhoods. You will ensure deliverables meet policies, standards and safety requirements while guiding a design team and coordinating with partners and the public. Candidates should have engineering or related education, P.Eng.

with APEGA eligibility, and strong leadership. A hybrid work model is available, with a focus on collaboration across internal and external

Qualifications

• Knowledge or training in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing and registered as practicing with APEGA.
• Applicants in a different Canadian jurisdiction eligible for Inter-Provincial Mobility (IPMA) with APEGA may be considered.
• Combinations of education and experience may be considered assets.

Responsibilities

• Manage, review, approve, and align design deliverables with City policies, standards and safety/environmental requirements.
• Provide technical support to design staff to enable timely, professional decisions.
• Coordinate deliverables with internal staff, external partners, and the public.
• Develop and implement a workforce strategy for the internal design group.
• Manage plans, budgets and resources to meet client and public expectations.
• Mentor staff to foster a high-performance environment and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Partnership building

Communication

Stakeholder management

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Engineering or related discipline

P.Eng. with APEGA

IPMA mobility eligibility

Job description

Job Number: 56124Reporting to the Director of Neighbourhoods Planning and Design in the Building Great Neighbourhoods Branch, the Supervisor of Neighbourhoods Design is ready to manage the design aspects of infrastructure reconstruction and rehabilitation within the City of Edmonton’s mature neighbourhoods, as part of the Neighbourhood Renewal Program.The Neighbourhood Renewal Program is a building block of a great city, and the investment in reconstructing neighbourhoods enhances their livability and longevity. The mandate of the Program is to provide a fully integrated and holistic approach to planning, designing, and delivery of roads, drainage, street lighting, open spaces, and any other neighbourhood amenities.What will you do?Manage, review, approve, and align design deliverables with City policies, design and construction standards and best practices, safety requirements, and environmental policiesProvide technical support to design staff to enable them in making responsible, timely, and professional decisionsEnsure deliverables are appropriately coordinated with internal staff, external partners, and the publicDevelop and implement a workforce strategy aligned with maximizing value and efficiency of a core internal design groupManage plans, budgets, and resources to effectively utilize skills and resources to meet internal client and public expectationsProvide ongoing communication on the progress of projectsAlign the team’s resources to maximize skills and internal assets to support projects and meet client expectationsManage, mentor and coach staff to foster a high-performance environmentRespond to Councillor and Public inquiriesParticipate in partner management and public engagement activities, including as a spokesperson on behalf of the City when requiredEmbrace and demonstrate the Cultural Commitments of Safe; Helpful; Accountable; Integrated; and ExcellentQualifications:Knowledge or training and/or education in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a related disciplineProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing and registered as practicing with APEGA. Applicants in a different Canadian jurisdiction eligible for Inter-Provincial Mobility (IPMA) with APEGA may be consideredLeadership experience in municipal design, construction, or a related field, and in a large, complex organizationCombinations of education and experience may be consideredAssets:Project Management Professional (PMP) or a related certificationMaster’s degree in a related field is considered an assetCredentials in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Active Transportation, or a related fieldSkills required for success:Ability to lead and motivate teams while building a healthy, respectful, and inclusive workplace environment that enables staff to reach their potential while strengthening organizational capacityStrategically agile leader able to anticipate business opportunities and influence enterprise-wide policy planning and initiativesAble to build new and foster existing partnerships with community organizations, business partners, external agencies, orders of government, and internal branchesFoster an environment that results in an efficient, effective, and innovative delivery of serviceInfluence initiatives without positional authorityUnderstand complex municipal subject matter and build influential relationships with external agencies and orders of government and successfully bring together partners for operational efforts and to achieve common goalsDemonstrate service excellence, embracing diversity and promoting inclusivenessAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusionConditions of Employment and Work Environment:1 permanent, full-time positionHours of Work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the 14th Floor, Edmonton TowerSalary (Annually): $123,938.39 - $154,920.88Hire is dependent on a Criminal Information Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton. There may be a cost associated with this requirementThe City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits. Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.Recruitment Consultant: JM/SBEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.#LI-JM1IND123Classification Title: ML3Posting Date: Sep 23, 2026Closing Date: Oct 12, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-timeUnion : ManagementDepartment: Building Great NeighbourhoodsWork Location(s):14th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4