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Head, Transportation Expansion / Rehabilitation Program

Bring your strengths as a leader to the Region of Waterloo engineering services team.
Seize this challenging opportunity to manage a team of Transportation Engineering professionals in the planning, design and construction of road and bridge widening projects, new roads and bridges, and other transportation-related engineering projects, or the rehabilitation and reconstruction of existing roads, bridges, and other transportation-related engineering projects.

As Head of the Transportation Expansion / Rehabilitation Program, you will also:
•write letters, reports, contracts, budgets and project descriptions for the Design & Construction, Transportation, and Transportation Planning divisions, committees, Regional and area municipal councils, contractors and consultants, media and the public, where applicable;
•read professional journals, reports, contracts, memos and other Transportation & Environmental Services correspondence; and
•prepare presentations and deliver them at public and committee meetings as well as to Council, interest groups and the media. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

To assume the role of Head, Transportation Expansion / Rehabilitation Program, you will have the following profile:
•Advanced theoretical knowledge of engineering normally acquired through a degree in an applied science, with comprehensive knowledge and progressively responsible experience in traffic and transportation engineering and structural design, plus related experience in an engineering design and construction setting.
•Eligibility for membership in Professional Engineers Ontario
. •Negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills to plan and develop objectives and determine goals for the Transportation Expansion Program or Transportation Rehabilitation Program, requiring a practical knowledge of administrative, technical, operational and financial matters.
•Ability to organize and coordinate all projects, determine workload and assign staff to achieve goals and objectives.
•Thorough knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Lien Act, Environmental Protection and Environmental Assessment Act, Ontario Provincial Standards, Canadian Standards, Ministry of the Environment guidelines, Contract Law and other relevant legislation for the Transportation Expansion Program or Transportation Rehabilitation Program.
•Leadership, human relations and communication skills in order to manage, develop, motivate and support supervised professional staff in achieving short- and long-term objectives, and participate as an effective team member.
•Ability to travel to various locations within and outside Waterloo Region.
•Ability to support and project values compatible with the organization.

Making a Difference – Every Day. 

The Region of Waterloo serves a vibrant, diverse community of more than 560,000 people across three cities and four townships in the Greater Golden Horseshoe area of Southern Ontario. Committed to service, integrity, respect, collaboration and innovation, our focus is on inspiring community trust by delivering quality services to our residents while creating a positive, inclusive work environment that leverages the full potential of a talented, skilled and diverse workforce.

In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, we have a strong focus on health and wellness, including fitness facilities and family-focused benefits.

Closes: May 1, 2015.

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Posting for: City of London, Development & Compliance
Position: Manager, Development Engineering
File #: M-19-15E
Position Type: Permanent Full-time

The Corporation of the City of London strives to foster a workplace in which all individuals maximize their potential, regardless of their differences. We are committed to attracting, engaging, developing and celebrating exceptional people in public service who are representative of our community.

Summary:
Reporting to a manager, responsible for planning, coordinating and administering all engineering related aspects of development applications under the Planning Act. The Manager, Development Engineering will provide leadership and direct the work of a Development Services Engineering team within a multi-disciplinary team environment to achieve cost effective, efficient and timely service delivery.

Work Performed:
Responsible for day to day operations of technical engineering staff within a multi-disciplinary development approvals team in Development Services and oversee the engineering aspects of development applications from initial consultation to assumption of the subdivision by Municipal Council.

Liaise and negotiate with consultants, contractors and developers on engineering and related matters relative to contracts, agreements, studies and standards and maintain continued contact with the industry regarding standards and specifications for land development. Assist with complex development files including liaison with the developer on unusual technical challenges on works with contentious cost, feasibility and/or scheduling issues.

Responsible for providing engineering input into the preparation of subdivision, development and servicing agreements and the Committee of Adjustment and the London Consent Authority.

Oversee the review and approval of servicing drawings for subdivisions and site plans with regard for the proper application of design standards for works to be constructed by developers and assumed by the City.

Responsible for the administration of the approval conditions as they relate to City policies in regard to the certifications, securities and other matters. Manage securities administration and subdivision assumption processes for development including analysis and decisions regarding unusual situations, issues requiring resolution and reporting on securities management, ensuring the City maintains adequate securities through development agreements to adequately secure against potential default by developers.

Develop and monitor the City’s practices for conditional clearance and assumption inspections as well as additional site visit opportunities to ensure efficient application of staff resources.

Develop documentation in regard to approval processes, policies, procedures and engineering servicing standards and implement training to support development related policy and process reforms to all affected parties both within the City and within the industry to ensure clarity and uniform application of City requirements.

Prepare Divisional reports comparing the operations performed by their team against established benchmarks related to services, financial, administration and staff performance.

Communicates verbally and in a written format on technical, monetary, policy and cooperative issues with all levels of staff within PEESD on issues related to the development of land and its integration into existing infrastructure.

Research and prepare reports for review by the Manager, Development Services for various Committees of Council and other committees as required.

On occasion will prepare and/or make presentations at City committees, public meetings, to corporations, schools, and area municipalities to promote the City of London's programs and operation.

On occasion will undertake to challenge other engineer's design concepts.

Assist in the planning, organization and supervision of reporting technical staff, undertaking hiring, firing and disciplinary duties as necessary in consultation with the Manager, Development Services.

Provides Backup coverage for other Manager, Development Engineering in Development Services as needed.

Performs occasional inspections of development projects along with assigned technical staff to ensure appropriate procedures are being followed to ensure compliance and that proper maintenance levels and quality service is being provided.

Assist in the preparation of the annual work program.

Lead by example and functions as a mentor to team members.

Maintain professional knowledge in applicable areas and keep abreast of changes in job-relate rules, statues, laws and new business trends; recommend the implementation of changes; read and interpret professional literature; attend training programs, workshops and seminars as appropriate.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other civic employees and public using principles of good customer service.

Assist with divisional capital budget projects.

Participates on technical committees in the development of policy, review of practices for Master Plans, Environmental Assessments, the DC Background Study and GMIS in regard to growth trends and servicing requirements.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Undergraduate university degree in Engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer of Ontario or eligible to be registered within 6 months.

Experience:
Minimum of 5 years experience in designing, delivering and monitoring of programs relating municipal development.

Specialized Training and Licenses:
Valid Driver’s License – Class G and have available use of a vehicle.
Working knowledge of relevant computer software applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Management, administrative, supervisory and technical skills.

How to Apply:
Please visit the City of London website to apply online (www.london.ca/mycareer) and click on Online Job Postings. Please note following the interview stage, official transcripts as well as a Police Information Check will be required prior to moving to the next stage in the selection process.

Closing Date for Application: Wednesday, May 6, 2015.

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Ingénieur principal, Renouvellement des structures
Portefeuille Urbanisme et Infrastructure, Services d'infrastructure
Un poste permanent à temps plein – 35 heures/semaine
Échelle salariale : $80,373.02 à $97,794.06 Annuel (taux de rénumération de 2013)
Concours no : 2015-EX-FR-51203388-01
Date limite : le 15 mai, 2015 (Revised)

Résumé des fonctions
Relevant du gestionnaire de programme, Unité des biens liés au transport, l’ingénieur principal, Structures, est chargé d’effectuer l’analyse des besoins et l’élaboration des programmes de réfection des ponts et des autres ouvrages en assurant l’évaluation de leur état, la coordination des études, la collecte des données et l’analyse de l’infrastructure existante, ainsi que d’établir la priorité des besoins en matière de réfection. Ces tâches comprennent la planification des essais de matériaux, la surveillance ou l’analyse du cycle de vie des biens à l’aide de logiciels, d’outils et/ou d’appareils spécialisés afin d’obtenir les données nécessaires pour appuyer l’établissement des priorités et la prise de décisions. Il doit également préparer la planification à long terme, les études des besoins et de la faisabilité des projets liés aux réseaux des transports de la Ville (ponts, ponceaux, murs de soutènement, écrans antibruit et ainsi de suite), en plus de fournir des renseignements visant à répondre aux questions et à résoudre les plaintes du grand public et des représentants élus, et d’assurer la supervision d’employés de la Section.

Énoncé de qualités
Baccalauréat en génie ou en sciences appliquées d'une université reconnue, de préférence dans un domaine touchant au génie civil, électrique, mécanique ou municipal.

Huit (8) ans d'expérience pratique acquise dans des postes comportant des responsabilités croissantes dans un domaine propre au génie municipal et connaissance approfondie de la conception, de l'édification, de l'exploitation et de l'entretien d'un système d'infrastructure.

Leadership démontré et expérience en supervision

Doit être membre en règle de l'Ordre des ingénieurs de l'Ontario ou être en mesure de le devenir dans les douze (12) mois suivant l'embauche.

Connaissances
Infrastructures municipales complexes, comme l'exigent les responsabilités spécifiques du poste.

Techniques, méthodes et théories de renouvellement de l'infrastructure.

Activités de planification, de conception, de construction et de remise en état technique propres au travail, et normes de construction techniques nationales, provinciales et municipales pertinentes, y compris lois, règlements, codes et règlements municipaux.

Connaissance approfondie de l'infrastructure de la Ville, notamment de sa conception, de son fonctionnement et de son rendement.

Principes de gestion de projet permettant de planifier, d'organiser et de contrôler les budgets alloués aux projets.

Principes d'évaluation des lacunes sous-tendant les composantes du système d'infrastructure.

Procédés généraux d'exploitation des systèmes et services de la Ville.

Tendances actuelles en matière de conception de l'infrastructure.

Associations professionnelles et adhésion à une association professionnelle afin de créer des contacts professionnels et de se tenir au courant des tendances et des développements dans le domaine.

Questions juridiques en rapport avec les composantes du système d'infrastructure, liées de façon particulière à la préparation des documents d'appui pour les procédures relatives aux litiges, aux différends d'ordre contractuel et au partage des coûts.

Connaissance pratique du système de gestion de l'infrastructure, des inventaires numériques et de la cartographie par schémas et capacité à déterminer les exigences en matière de données, de faisabilité et d'architecture afin de pouvoir réaliser l'inventaire.

Connaissance générale des méthodes de renouvellement de la technologie propres aux responsabilités du poste.

Connaissance des applications informatiques de gestion de base de données et de tableaux, de SIG, de traitement de texte et de courriel, et de l'utilisation de l'intranet et d'Internet.

Lois pertinentes en matière de santé et de sécurité, dangers possibles ou réels pour la santé et la sécurité au travail et mesures requises afin de protéger la santé et d'assurer la sécurité du personnel conformément aux lois applicables et aux politiques et procédures de la Ville.

La Ville d'Ottawa s'engage à fournir des services de qualité et à constituer à cette fin un effectif compétent et représentatif de sa population diversifiée. Toutes les personnes qualifiées sont invitées à poser leur candidature.
 

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Planning and Infrastructure Portfolio, Infrastructure Services Dept., Asset Management, Business & Technical Services Branch
1 Full Time Continuous Position - 35 hrs/week
Salary: $80,373.02 to $97,794.06 annually (2013 rates of pay)
Competition #: 2015-EX-EN-51203388-01
Deadline: May 15, 2015 (Revised Date)

Job Summary:
Reporting to the Program Manager, Transportation Assets Unit, the Senior Engineer - Structures is responsible for conducting the needs analysis and the development of rehabilitation programs for bridges and other structural assets through the assessment of condition, coordination of research, data gathering, and analysis of existing infrastructure, and prioritization of rehabilitation needs. 
Duties include planning material testing, monitoring or life cycle analysis utilizing specialized software, tools and/or devices to obtain necessary data to support prioritization and decision making, preparing long range planning, needs and feasibility studies for the City's transportation networks (bridges, culverts, retaining walls, noise barriers, etc), providing information to address/resolve complaints and inquiries from the general public and elected officials, as well as supervising employees within the Section.

Statement of Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering or Applied Science from a recognized university, preferably in a Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Municipal Engineering related discipline

Eight (8) years of progressively responsible and practical experience in municipal engineering field with thorough knowledge of infrastructure system design, construction, operation and maintenance

Proven leadership and supervisory experience

Member in good standing of the Professional Engineers of Ontario or eligible to become a member within one (1) year

Knowledge of:
Large municipal infrastructure systems, as applicable to the specific position responsibilities

Infrastructure renewal techniques, methods and theories

Engineering planning, design, construction/rehabilitation pertaining to the work, and related national, provincial and municipal engineering standards, including legislation, regulations, codes and by-laws

In-depth knowledge of the City's infrastructure, including design, operations and performance Principles of project management to plan, organize and control project budgets

Principles for evaluation of deficiencies in infrastructure system components

General operation procedures for City systems and services

Current trends in infrastructure design

Awareness of and membership in professional associations to develop professional contacts and to remain current on industry trends and developments

Legal issues pertaining to the infrastructure system components, specifically related to the preparation of supporting documentation for proceedings regarding litigation, contract disputes and cost sharing

Working knowledge of an infrastructure management system, digital inventories and schematic mapping with an ability to determine data requirements, feasibility and architecture for the inventory

General knowledge of renewal technology methods specific to position responsibilities

Computer applications pertaining to data base management, GIS, spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail and use of the Intranet and Internet

Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and city policies and procedures

The City of Ottawa is committed to providing quality services by establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. The City encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
 

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The City of Toronto seeks the expertise of a Professional Engineer with project management experience in a municipal engineering environment, and a proven ability to review design submissions for municipal infrastructure.

As an Engineer in Development Engineering, you will act as a case manager in the review of development applications made under the Planning Act, including official plan amendments, secondary plans, subdivisions, re-zonings, land divisions, site plans and condominium proposals.

In the role of case manager, leveraging your knowledge and skills as an engineer, you’ll be responsible for coordinating all City infrastructure-related comments and correspondence to Community Planning, Legal and Finance, as well as reviewing engineering studies and plans (including servicing, stormwater management and geotechnical reports) submitted in support of development applications. You will also determine the scope and cost of all new City infrastructure required to support proposed developments, and discuss, negotiate and review development agreements to ensure that all infrastructure-related matters are properly addressed. Additionally, you will oversee the construction of development-related municipal infrastructure, including providing direction to inspection staff to ensure compliance with the accepted design, City policies and by-laws, and the management of associated financial securities.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Your primary responsibilities as an Engineer will be varied. Specifically, you will:
•Develop, review and implement detailed plans and recommend policies regarding program-specific requirements.
•Manage assigned projects, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, continuous learning and maintenance of all related data.
•Conduct research into assigned areas, ensuring that research and analysis take into account developments within the field, corporate policies and practices, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government.
•Ensure that project expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations, and assist in preparing capital and operating budgets.
•Prepare project scope and financial impact of projects and proposals.
•Provide technical advice, review and expertise, and utilize standard engineering principles and practices to assist in the operation, development and maintenance of the Division’s programs, facilities and equipment.
•Prepare engineering analyses, and evaluate and recommend new systems, work procedures and technologies with the potential to improve divisional performance.
•Carry out varied engineering assignments within a broad field of engineering.
•Plan and conduct investigations concerning engineering problems of moderate complexity, and prepare reports and recommendations, and/or assist senior engineers in resolving more complex problems.
•Ensure problem-solving by using a combination of standard procedures, modification of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
•Formulate design concepts for engineering problems, and set the scope and parameters of design projects.
•Undertake the testing and implementation of design concepts to meet functional requirements.
•Prepare and/or review drawings, engineering studies, specifications, plans and cost estimates pertaining to the construction of City infrastructure.
•Conduct studies, surveys, research and development for the effective solution of engineering issues, and initiate and lead technical studies and projects.
•Direct project team staff to ensure that timelines are met.
•Secure all engineering permits and approvals from external agencies, as required.
•Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of technological developments in the field of engineering.
•Represent the City on committees, attend meetings and provide input.
•Liaise with the media, the public, developers, consultants, stakeholders, councillors, other divisions and government agencies about projects, programs and developments.
•Assist in preparing and/or providing expert witness testimonies.
•Prepare Requests for Proposals, evaluate bids, arrange for purchases, and monitor outcome regarding same.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Your application for the role of Engineer must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
•Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), preferably in the discipline of Civil Engineering.
•Experience in applying the principles of Engineering related to the Job Summary, including experience in the design and/or engineering review of design submissions for municipal infrastructure, preferably in conjunction with land development projects.
•Project management experience in a municipal engineering environment, preferably in the management of land development projects and/or applications.
•Experience in preparing and/or reviewing servicing and stormwater management reports, in support of development projects, an asset.
•Knowledge of legislation related to the Job Summary, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
•Ability to read, interpret, and report on engineering plans and drawings, specifications, correspondence, reports and other documents in a timely manner.
•Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects and meet required timelines.
•Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, at all organizational levels and convey technical information effectively to a variety of audiences.
•Highly developed interpersonal and teamwork skills.
•Ability to collaborate and work effectively with contractors, colleagues, elected officials, consultants, developers, and other internal and external clients and stakeholders.
•Ability to plan, supervise and direct the work of staff, together with an understanding of modern principles and practices of management and management controls.
•Knowledge of the applications of the Planning Act, an asset.
•Proficiency using general computer software, including Microsoft Windows XP, Excel and Word.
•A valid Province of Ontario Class G driver's licence and, if required, access to a reliable vehicle to travel to various work locations and construction sites in a timely manner.

Salary Range: $84,666- $99,481 per year

Work for the City you love

Toronto is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture, and are proud to be the Host City for the 2015 Pan American and Parapan American Games. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as an Engineer within our Engineering & Construction Services Division.

Closes: May 10, 2015

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