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Planning and Infrastructure Portfolio, Infrastructure Services Dept., Design & Construction-Municipal (West) Branch
1 Full-time Temporary Position - 35.00 hours/week (Up to one year)
1 Full-time Continuous Position - 35.00 hours/week
Salary: Salary: $80,373.02 to $97,794.06 annually (2013 rates of pay)
Competition #: 2014-EX-EN-51023209-01
Deadline: November 3, 2014

Job Summary:
-Manages total project delivery using in-house and/or external resources for major infrastructure construction and rehabilitation projects, including roadways, transitways, structures, sewers, water mains, pumping stations, treatment works, drainage works, lighting, solid waste/landfill sites, cycling facilities, traffic calming, transit improvements, streetscaping and related underground utilities.
-Responsible for all phases of the project delivery, from project inception through consultant selection (where applicable), public consultation, pre-design, detailed design, tendering, and award, to construction. Monitors, tracks and reports on project status, approves all project expenditures, arranges all project related testing, and handles commissioning/turnover to operating branches. -Assignments involve major or multiple projects that are highly complex, of multi-million dollar value and may require extensive public consultation and environmental assessment and may extend over multiple years.
-Participates in project identification, prioritization and planning; organizes the conduct of environmental impact assessment and other studies and all stages of the project lifecycle; contributes to the review/development of department engineering standards, and carries out other duties as assigned.

Statement of Qualifications:
-Four (4) year degree in Engineering or Applied Science
-A minimum of eight (8) years' professional experience in the planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure including a minimum of five (5) years of project management experience

Knowledge of:
-Engineering planning, design, operations and construction/rehabilitation of municipal structures, infrastructure and utilities -Related federal, provincial and engineering legislation, regulations, standards, codes and by-laws pertaining to environmental impact assessment, building, fire, health and safety, construction
-Processes for conducting and analysing environmental impact assessments
-Principles of project management, including cost containment/control and reporting
-Process for developing Request for Qualifications & Requests for Proposals, including acceptance, review and selection of consulting engineers
-Processes for tendering and contracting work
-Computer applications in an engineering environment pertaining to municipal design, project management, spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail and use of the Intra-Internets
-Protocols for responding to senior management/councillor inquiries, conducting public consultation and preparing reports, briefing notes and other communiqués
-Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance -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 

Ing principal, Projet infrastructure
Portefeuille Urbanisme et Infrastructure, Services d'infrastructure, Direction conception & construction-municipales (Ouest)
1 Poste temporaire à plein temps - 35.00 heures/semaine (Jusqu'à une année)
1 Poste continu à plein temps - 35.00 heures/semaine
Échelle salariale : $80,373.02 à $97,794.06 Annuel (taux de rénumération de 2013)
Concours no : 2014-EX-FR-51023209-01
Date limite : le 3 novembre 2014

Résumé des fonctions :
Le titulaire gère la mise en oeuvre intégrale de projets majeurs de construction et de remise en état d'infrastructures, en faisant appel à des ressources internes et externes. Il s'agit notamment de routes, de voies réservées aux transports en commun, de structures, d'égouts, de conduites maîtresses, de stations de pompage, d'installations de traitement, de travaux de drainage, d'installations d'éclairage, de sites d'enfouissement de déchets solides, d'installations à l'usage des cyclistes, de mesures pour la fluidité de la circulation automobile, d'améliorations au réseau de transport en commun, de mesures liées à l'embellissement des rues, et des services publics souterrains s'y rattachant.

L'ingénieur principal est chargé de toutes les étapes de l'exécution des projets, ce qui englobe l'élaboration du projet, la sélection d'un expert-conseil (le cas échéant), les consultations publiques, la conception préliminaire, la conception détaillée, les approbations, l'appel d'offres, l'adjudication et la construction. Il surveille et suit de près l'évolution des projets et fait rapport sur ces derniers, en plus d'approuver toutes les dépenses liées aux projets, de prendre des dispositions pour la tenue de tous les essais liés aux projets et de s'occuper de la mise en service et du transfert de l'infrastructure aux directions opérationnelles. Les tâches qui lui sont confiées s'inscrivent dans le cadre de projets majeurs ou multiples, d'une grande complexité, qui se chiffrent en millions de dollars et qui concernent souvent de nombreux intervenants. Elles peuvent nécessiter de vastes consultations publiques et des évaluations environnementales et s'étendre sur plusieurs années.

Le titulaire participe à la détermination des projets, à l'établissement des priorités et à la planification; il organise la réalisation des évaluations environnementales et d'autres études, de même que toutes les étapes du cycle de vie du projet. Il collabore à l'examen ou à l'élaboration des normes d'ingénierie des Services et exécute d'autres tâches au besoin.

Énoncé de qualités
-Diplôme universitaire en ingénierie ou en sciences appliquées (programme d'études de quatre ans).
-Au moins huit ans d'expérience professionnelle en planification, conception et construction d'infrastructures municipales, y compris un minimum de cinq ans d'expérience en gestion de projet.

Connaissances
-Planification, conception, activités en génie, construction et remise en état de structures, infrastructures et services publics municipaux;
-Lois, règlements, normes, codes d'ingénierie fédéraux et provinciaux, et règlements administratifs concernant les évaluations d'impacts environnementaux, les immeubles, les incendies, la santé et la sécurité ainsi que la construction;
-Méthodes de tenue et d'analyse des évaluations des impacts environnementaux;
-Principes de gestion de projet, y compris le contrôle et la limitation des coûts et la production de rapports;
-Méthodes de préparation des demandes de qualification et des demandes de propositions, y compris l'acceptation, l'examen et la sélection d'ingénieurs-conseils;
-Processus d'appels d'offres et de passation de marchés;
-Utilisation d'applications logicielles dans un contexte d'ingénierie pour la conception municipale et la gestion de projets, feuille de travail, traitement de texte, courriel, intranet et Internet;
-Règles sur la façon de répondre aux demandes d'information de la haute direction et des conseillers municipaux, de tenir des consultations publiques et de rédiger des rapports, notes d'information et autres communiqués;
-Formation, expérience et connaissances nécessaires pour structurer le travail et son exécution;
-Ensemble des lois en vigueur relatives à la santé et à la sécurité, des dangers potentiels ou réels pour la santé et la sécurité dans le milieu de travail et des mesures pertinentes à prendre afin d'assurer la santé et la sécurité du personnel conformément aux lois en vigueur et aux politiques et procédures de la ville.

Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements et postuler en ligne, consultez la page Web des carrières à http://ottawa.ca ou pour soumettre votre curriculum vitæ et votre lettre d’accompagnement avec le numéro du concours à l’adresse :

Ville d’Ottawa
Recrutement et de dotation
Ressources Humaines
110, avenue Laurier Ouest, 5e étage
Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 1J1

No du concours: 2014-EX-FR-51023209-016

Nous remercions tous les candidats, mais nous ne communiquerons qu’avec ceux qui sont convoqués à une entrevue.

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LEAD AND EXPAND THIS WATER RESOURCES CONSULTING FIRM
Managing Director

Here is a career breakthrough opportunity where you can showcase your leadership skills participating in developing a viable project team, managing business development, as well as assisting in the management of its current projects. This well-respected engineering practice is in demand due to its focus on real data; i.e., including collection, analysis, and reporting as well as other specialized field services that focus on managing non-revenue water, water loss reduction, and water efficiency. You’ll play a major role in growing the firm and continuing to provide innovative solutions to clients.

In this leadership role, you will take on the full spectrum of Managing Directorship responsibilities including strategic planning, operational management, and business development. You will be responsible for writing proposals, as well as reports regarding our field studies. Equally comfortable with clients and on-site with project teams, you will set the professional tone for the firm. As the Engineer of Record, you’ll act as a coach for our team and set corporate priorities. Build on the firm’s exemplary reputation with existing and new clients. Explore the marketplace for compatible business development opportunities and expansions of service offerings. Continue to build the firm’s brand in both the public and private sectors.

Likely a Civil or Environmental Engineer with expertise in Hydraulics, you have at least ten years of senior water systems experience that includes business development, planning and project management. Here is the ideal opportunity to leverage those multiple talents and join a firm that has significant growth possibilities in its immediate future.

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As one of Southern Ontario’s fastest growing cities, with its mix of urban and rural areas, Vaughan is an in-demand place to live and work. Vaughan is considered one of Canada’s most family friendly cities with a dynamic and diverse population of over 300,000. With one of the top performing economies, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues, this is the place where you want to be.

Reporting to the Director, Roads, Parks and Forestry Operations, the Manager of Traffic Engineering is responsible for: ensuring the safe movement of all users (vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists) on City owned roads, sidewalks and walkways; working collaboratively with the Manager of Road Maintenance Services and the Manager of Transportation Engineering; and managing and implementing traffic and transportation technologies, strategies, policies and procedures related to traffic management and operations. You will develop multi-year and multi-purpose divisional work plans in support of corporate initiatives and objectives.

Manage a small team of professionals and bring a proactive and citizen focus approach to this role. Build strong relationships and liaise with members of Council, York Regional Police, the Region Municipality of York, the Ministry of Transportation and neighbouring municipalities.

You possess strong communications skills and are comfortable working with a variety of audiences including the public and stakeholder groups. You have an undergraduate degree in transportation or civil engineering, ideally are a licensed Professional Engineer and have solid, progressive experience in traffic engineering. A combination of design, field and project management experience related to municipal environments is a significant asset.

Closes: October 24, 2014

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Job Classification Title: MANAGER DIVISIONAL OPERATIONS SERVICES
Requisition #: 2049200
Division: Toronto Water
Section: Operational Support
Work Location: 545 COMMISSIONERS ST
Job Stream: Operations & Maintenance
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary/Rate: 103,256.51 - 121,326.40 / Year
Hours of Work (bi-weekly): 70.00
Shift Information: 7.5 hours per day
Wage Grade: 8
Affiliation: Non-Union
Job Code (PSG): TM0083
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Date: 23-Oct-2014
Expiry Date: 06-Nov-2014
HR Contact Name: Natalie Reddick
HR Contact Phone Number: (416) 338-2946
Division Contact Name: Richard Noehammer
Division Contact Phone Number: (416) 397-7296
Job Posting Status: Open

Job Description:

Major Responsibilities:

As a part of the Toronto Water management team, and reporting to the Director of Operational Support, the Manager Divisional Operations Services will be responsible for managing the inspection, monitoring, maintenance and operation of the trunk sewer system and major watercourses, including construction and maintenance of erosion control structures in the City of Toronto and to provide construction, excavation, haulage and hoisting services to the wastewater treatment plants and other Toronto Water facilities.
•Develops and implements detailed plans and recommends policies regarding program specific requirements.
•Manages, motivates and trains the unit’s staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, continuous learning and encourages innovation in others.
•Supervises the day to day operation of all assigned staff including the scheduling, assigning and reviewing of work. Authorizes and controls vacation and overtime requests. Monitors and evaluates staff performance, approves salary increments and recommends disciplinary action when necessary and deals with related labour relations activities.
•Develops, recommends and administers the annual budget for the unit, and ensures that the unit’s expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations.
•Co-ordinates the construction and manages the operation, maintenance and administration of the wastewater collection system and the projects undertaken at the request of other Toronto Water facilities.
•Coordinates the construction of erosion protection and stream bed restoration projects.
•Participate in the design of new facilities to expand the system.
•Develops and maintains standards, specifications, practices and procedures for sewer operations, design and construction and directs clean up of wastewater and other spills to the environment.
•Manages an effective preventative maintenance program for increased operational reliability and reduced risk of failure through standard maintenance practices and fully document all activity in a work management system.
•Ensures 24 hour per day response to all emergency situations.
•Identifies and evaluates specific performance measures for the unit in order to improve operational performance by encouraging innovation, continuous improvement and strategic thinking
•Directs training and development programs for staff to meet certification regulatory requirements and related corporate policies and directives
•Manages, motivates and develops the unit’s staff ensuring high standards of work quality and organizational performance
•Coaches, motivates and provides leadership for staff to achieve high quality project management, and operational performance, with harmonious employee/labour relations and effective time management
•Advocates the division's values, principles and objectives in a variety of forums and effectively represent the City's interests to the public
•Conducts and supervises investigations on technical issues and equipment for increased operational efficiency and worker safety.
•Liaises with elected and government officials and public when dealing with environmentally sensitive areas and the related Regional, Provincial and Federal regulations concerned.
•Ensures work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Corporate Health and Safety Policies and Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Acts.

Key Qualifications:
1. Significant management experience gained through progressively more responsible positions in wastewater collection and/or stormwater management that includes service delivery, financial and project management.
2. Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, in combination with strong process flow skills; a sound ability in planning, a working knowledge of all relevant legislation, municipal programs and services.
3. Highly developed human relations, interpersonal, analytical and conflict resolution skills; and the ability to develop solid internal and external relationships.
4. Experience in business planning, strategic planning, service delivery, project management and operational issues.
5. Extensive experience in, and knowledge of, the principles and techniques of municipal water and wastewater engineering and operations.
6. A working knowledge of the methods and processes of water and wastewater treatment, collection, pumping and distribution.
7. Ability to establish effective working relationships with all stakeholders, employees, other divisions, outside agencies and/or politicians and other levels of government.
8. Experience preparing and managing both capital and operating budgets.
9. Must have use of a vehicle at all times and possess a valid current Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and ability to obtain a City's Driver's Permit.
10. Demonstrated extensive knowledge and application of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Collective Agreements, related Labour Legislation and relevant policies and legislation.
11. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; highly developed interpersonal skills; dealing with all levels of the organization, government agencies elected officials, the media and the public; preparing concise, accurate technical reports and correspondence.
12. Ability to work effectively with colleagues, managers, supervisors and various staff in identifying and meeting the objectives and needs of Toronto Water and other divisions.
13. Ability to function effectively in a service oriented, politically sensitive environment and to balance the needs of the organization, and customers against available resources.
14. Must possess and be able to maintain Ministry of Environment Class 2 Wastewater Collections "Certificate of Competency".

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 Manager Divisional Operations Services within our Toronto Water Division.

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PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR
POSTING 201429

Come join our team! We are looking for a candidate who shares our corporate values of Honesty, Excellence, Team, Fun, Creativity and Respect. These values are second nature for the successful candidate and are demonstrated in their work and interactions with colleagues and the community. As a leader, you are able to engage your workforce with the ability to effectively and efficiently handle numerous tasks in a time sensitive and safe working environment.
Reporting to the Senior Public Works Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe and effective operations of Public Works activities through the daily supervision of union staff, efficient scheduling of work programs, ordering materials, coordinating equipment, arranging for contractors and maintaining control of expenditures. Assume duties and responsibilities of Senior Public Works Supervisor as required.

You will be accountable for:
• Coordinating union staff, sub-contractors, and order materials and assign equipment as required in the completion of the daily work programs
• The direct day-to-day supervision and scheduling of all union staff, equipment and materials to ensure completion of the programs
• Monitoring staff workmanship, attitudes and production through efficient organization.
• Regular decisions up to a value of $5000.
• Periodically inspecting work sites to check that staff are working in a safe and productive manner and perform their duties having respect for the practices prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related statutes.
• Training and preparing union staff for the completion of tasks to the maintenance and construction standards of the municipality
• Providing quality customer service to residents, outside agencies and departments
• Preparing/Checking daily work orders to confirm they are completed properly, including labour rate codes; equipment; materials from outside sources; contracted services; store items
• Organizing, confirming, and presenting invoices for materials and contract services for approval
• Assisting in the development of annual budgets for both the Region and Public Works; planning works programs, then monitoring activities to ensure they are completed within budget limits
• Supervising the complex winter control operations, requiring ingenuity and collaboration, without assistance from senior staff, to ensure maximum effectiveness with the least amount of materials used
• Reviewing concerns from the public regarding Public Works maintenance activities and negotiating appropriate actions to respond to the concern
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of MMS Reg.239
• Scheduling and confirming road patrols completed as required by the MMS
• Scheduling and confirming completion of maintenance works resulting from the road patrols in accordance with Town standards
• Performing all other related duties as assigned

You possess:
• 2-year Engineering Technician degree or the equivalent of education and experience
• 9 years of experience in a municipal public works supervision environment
• Valid Ontario Class ‘D’ drivers’ licence with ‘Z’ air endorsement and a clean drivers’ abstract
• Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) accreditation (required)
• Heavy equipment operating skills and CPR with First Aid certification
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office; applied human relations skills
• Experience at working in conjunction with unionized employees and collective agreements

• Strong ability to supervise union staff at multiple tasks and under time constraints
• Demonstrates excellent teamwork abilities
• Sound judgement skills in evaluating staff, recruitment and disciplinary procedures
• Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to develop alternative solutions
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response procedures

You will be required to work outside in severe weather conditions for extended period of time while dealing with the public, contractors, agencies and staff in potentially contentious situations. You will also be required to attend off - hour site meetings with residents and to work long hours, often 16 hours per day, during the winter season.

Compensation: The salary range for this full time position is $69,148 to $82,318 per annum.

Closes: 4:30 p.m. on November 7, 2014

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