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If you hold or are eligible for a P. Eng. licence, and your experience includes infrastructure design and construction management, sewer and watermain design and the Environmental Assessment process, this Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer role within our Asset Management Department is for you.

Reporting to the Manager of Stormwater, you will manage the design and construction phases of flood remediation, watermain replacement programs and other capital projects. As a Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer, you will also be responsible for the review of studies dealing with the rehabilitation of underground infrastructure, natural watercourses, and Class Environmental Assessment related to stormwater management, water resources and other environmental issues.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer, you will:
•Coordinate and manage water- and sewer-related capital projects, including Environmental Assessments, engineering studies, design and contract administration.
•Prepare Requests for Proposals and carry out evaluations to retain engineering consultants to special studies.
•Prepare tender documents and evaluate tender submissions to retain contractors.
•Supervise and manage the engineering consultants and construction contractors.
•Review the claims and negotiate with the consultants and contractors.
•Liaise and coordinate with the City’s internal departments and external agencies, to ensure that the planned capital programs are executed in a timely manner.
•Develop an annual capital program, including updating the life cycle reserve study.
•Prepare annual updates to the life cycle study and prepare a 5-year capital program.
•Perform financial administration of all capital projects.
•Provide financial tracking and cost control of projects, and process invoices, working closely with the Finance Department.
•Prepare reports, make presentations to Senior Staff, Council and Committees, and represent the Department in public meetings and information sessions.
•Liaise and coordinate with the area Councillor, Rate Payers Association and area residents during construction.
•Support the Manager of Stormwater and Senior Manager of Right of Way & Environmental Assets in all matters involving the Section.

Your professional profile as a Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer will include:
•University degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
•Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensing in the Province of Ontario or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario.
•At least 7 years of experience with direct involvement in infrastructure design and construction management.
•Strong background in sewer and watermain design and the Environmental Assessment process.
•Extensive experience in contract administration and construction administration.
•Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Project Management applications.
•Detailed knowledge of applicable legislations, acts and standards pertaining to stormwater and environmental requirements.
•A track record as a team player with demonstrated project management skills.
•Excellent verbal and written communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
•Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and customer service.
•Ability to manage multiple and changing demands and priorities.
•Ability to negotiate, facilitate and present information to varied audiences.
•A valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business. As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
•Willingness and availability to attend evening meetings outside of normal business hours.

The salary range for this regular, full-time position is $75,502 to $101,297 per year.

The City of Markham is a dynamic and change-oriented leader among Canadian municipalities. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as much as for our fiscal accountability. More than 320,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life. Join us and make a difference!

Closes: March 20, 2015

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Come Work and Play in Muskoka!

The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a Director of Transportation & Solid Waste Management

Overview of the Position
As Director, Transportation & Solid Waste Management, you will draw on your progressive experience to direct the construction and maintenance of the District’s transportation systems, as well as lead the delivery of solid waste services, in order to provide effective, safe and efficient municipal services to the public.

What We are Looking For
You are a graduate of a four year university program in Civil Engineering and a member in good standing with the Professional Engineers of Ontario. You bring 7-10 years of directly related experience with transportation, solid waste management, civil engineering and project management, with at least 4 years of progressive management expertise. You will also demonstrate familiarity with provincial and federal environmental statutes and municipal engineering standards.

Foresight and vision accompanied with the ability to build trust with area municipalities, contractors and consultants is of utmost importance. The Director will deliver on the District’s commitments to transportation and solid waste – with and through people. This new leader must embrace change and be a visionary that can assist the Commissioner with providing top notch service to the public. He/ she must be able to demonstrate the ability to inspire and motivate talented teams and have a collaborative style to build internal and external relationships.

The Opportunity
Our transportation system consists of over 725 km of roads and 56 bridges throughout the District of Muskoka. This group also oversees the operations and maintenance of the Port Carling Locks. Our solid waste team manages the collection, diversion and disposal of solid waste through landfill and transfer stations.

This opportunity will allow you to use your proven leadership, project management, strategic thinking and change management expertise to develop and implement asset management plans and infrastructure as it pertains to transportation and solid waste.

Why the District of Muskoka?

The Location
This is where you will find some of Canada’s most beautiful lakes, majestic forests and stunning Canadian Shield cliffs. With its permanent and seasonal population of 130,000, the District of Muskoka is interspersed with rich natural heritage, vibrant towns, villages and growing urban centres.

The District
Our mission is “to manage the legacy of a healthy Muskoka by sustaining a functioning natural environment, recognizing the need for a vibrant economy together with a caring community conscience supporting those in need”.

We are an upper tier municipality working with the six (6) area municipalities.

What We Offer
The District offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and pension, and a professional team atmosphere. We have a strong focus on health & wellness as well as community involvement. The people who work at The District are passionate about the community that they live in.

How to Apply
Please visit our website’s Employment Opportunities page for a full job description and requirements for this job. http://www.muskoka.on.ca/employment-opportunities

If you possess the required skills and attributes and have the desire to make a difference in a rural, thriving community, review the “How to Apply” procedures and send your resume to us.

Closing Date: April 2, 2015.

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The Regional Municipality of York is coordinating this recruitment opportunity on behalf of the York Region Rapid Transit Corporation. Please note that this is not a York Region position.

Draw on your passion. Shape our community.

York Region is one of Canada’s fastest growing municipalities and as part of our diverse and highly engaged team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that further a sustainable environment, enhance our public services and promote a healthy community. YRRTC is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it’s important that our workforce reflect the citizens we serve. At YRRTC, we respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

PROJECT MANAGER I/II (INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT) (2) #15828
YORK REGION RAPID TRANSIT CORPORATION
Location: Markham, ON
Temporary Full-Time, Approx. 2 Years
Salary: Project Manager I - $90,356- $102,617 annually
Project Manager II - $96,858- $113,893 annually

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Manager, Infrastructure and Development, is responsible for managing large scale complex Infrastructure projects and on-going moderate projects supporting the rapid transit initiatives within the Region, through all phases, including scope, planning, tracking, monitoring, scheduling and implementation; and managing communications and quality control related to the projects; supporting the capital delivery of multi-year strategic programs and projects such as the operations and maintenance facility for BRT, bus terminals, the commuter parking strategy and for the planning, and development of Regional assets; acting as liaison and coordinating with various levels of government, Regional and Municipal Departments; and overseeing and providing technical input to transit planning studies, service plans, procurement strategies, as undertaken by the Region, YRT, and YRRTC.

QUALIFICATIONS

•Successful completion of a University Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Architecture or Urban Design or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Must possess related professional designation.
•Project Manager I: Minimum three (3) years experience/Project Manager II: Minimum five (5) years experience demonstrating significant success in managing related work and projects, including experience managing moderate or large scale projects and demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.
•Experience in or knowledge of public transportation.
•Demonstrated experience participating in multi-disciplinary and multi-jurisdictional teams.
•Understanding of municipal, regional and provincial government operations.
•Knowledge of project planning principles, concepts, practices, methods and legislation.
•Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self-management and accountability and flexibility/adaptability.
•Management competencies including results/achievement focus, human resources management, leadership, financial management, business planning, decision making/judgment, representation and professionalism and job knowledge.
•Contemporary staff supervisory skills including knowledge of collective agreement administration and interpretation, labour relations principles and practices, and relevant employment legislation.
•Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications including word processing, spreadsheet, scheduling, data base and presentation applications.
•Effective verbal and written communication skills on technical and non-technical matters.
•Demonstrated abilities in assigned field of expertise.
•Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
•Ability to travel to off-site locations, in a timely and efficient manner, as required.
•Ability to work outside regular business hours, as required.

Closes: March 26, 2014.

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Draw on your passion. Shape our community.

York Region is one of Canada’s fastest growing municipalities and as part of our diverse and highly engaged team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that further a sustainable environment, enhance our public services and promote a healthy community. York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it’s important that our workforce reflect the citizens we serve. At the Region, we respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

ASSET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
STRATEGY AND BUSINESS PLANNING BRANCH
Location: Newmarket, Ontario
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 35; Scheduled Shifts: 0830 – 1630
Full-Time, Salary $40.08 - $43.56 per hour

Reporting to the Program Manager, Infrastructure Management, is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of asset management strategies and frameworks, asset inspection/condition assessment, data analysis, assets performance monitoring, evaluation and reporting, deterioration pattern and lifecycle cost analysis, and Optimized Decision Making (ODM) to support rehabilitation and replacement planning for Water, Wastewater, and Waste Management assets.

QUALIFICATIONS
•Successful completion of a University Degree in Civil Engineering or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Minimum three (3) years’ experience in the approvals, design, construction and operating processes of water transmission and distribution, wastewater collection and waste management systems.
•Familiarity with the development and implementation of asset management strategies and framework associated with Water, Wastewater and Waste Management Systems, and ability to establish Levels of Service (LOS), KPI indicators, baseline data requirements, and process to collect required data.
•Knowledge in developing condition assessment and inspection plans and programs, processes and protocols for data collection.
•Familiarity with asset data analysis, performance monitoring, evaluation and reporting, performance gap and failure mode analysis, risk assessment, deterioration pattern recognition and trending, determination of remaining asset lives, comparison of maintenance costs with remaining asset values, lifecycle cost analysis, and development of preferred capital investment alternatives and options.
•Knowledge in development of Optimized Decision Making (ODM) framework, process/flow chart, implementation in Capital Planning Tool, and generation of optimized capital improvement plans.
•Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
•Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self-management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
•Demonstrated report writing and project management skills to meet program objectives and work to tight deadlines.
•Demonstrated leadership skills to coordinate project teams.
•Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.
•Ability to map data stored in various asset management software/tools and develop forms and templates.
•Ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and efficient manner, as required.
•Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required.
 

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Are you an experienced engineer looking for variety in your work and a role where you can ensure the safety of Ontario's bridges and culverts? Then consider this unique opportunity.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:
•provide structural engineering expertise in safety assurance and infrastructure management activities
•manage the delivery of design projects for transportation structures undertaken primarily by external consultants
•communicate effectively with management, external agencies and the public
•carry out structure rehabilitation design, bridge inspection, planning and hydrology studies
•conduct construction liaison, consultant supervision and liaise with external agencies

Location: 615 James Street South, Thunder Bay, Ontario

How do I qualify?

Mandatory:
•you are licensed by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)

Technical Knowledge:
•you have proven knowledge of and experience in structural engineering and design practices related to bridges and other transportation structures (design, analysis, evaluation, rehabilitation, inspection and maintenance)
•you have demonstrated working knowledge of the Ontario Highway Bridge Design Code (OHBDC) and the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC)
•you have knowledge of foundation, hydrology, soils and construction practices associated with bridges and other transportation structures

Project Management and Technical Administration:
•you have the proven ability to manage consultant assignments, identify and resolve technical and administrative issues
•you have experience with contract preparation and delivery processes
•you have project management skills

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills:
•you have the ability to identify problems, gather necessary information, investigate, interpret and analyze risks, make decisions and prepare contingency plans and/or action

Communications and Interpersonal Skills:
•you have the proven ability to communicate well
•you have interpersonal skills to ensure effective teamwork

Salary range: $75,537.00 – $96,459.00 per year

Closes: April 9, 2014.

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