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REPORTING LOCATION: TOM DAVIES SQUARE
PERMANENT POSITION
70 HOURS BI-WEEKLY

START DATE TO FOLLOW SELECTION PROCESS

The Development Approvals Section, Planning Services Division, Growth and Development Department of the City of Greater Sudbury, requires a Subdivision/Site Plan Control Engineer. The successful candidate must possess the qualifications and perform the duties, as set out below. The current range of pay for this position is $3,510.50 to $4,131.40 bi-weekly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Successful completion of a University degree in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized University with Canadian accreditation.
Membership or eligibility for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO).
Additional education initiatives to update and expand competencies.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of six (6) years of directly related experience in municipal land development engineering and administration preferably with a municipality. Experience shall include engineering design, construction and maintenance of municipal works, urban planning, lot grading, urban and rural land drainage, stormwater management and residential building construction.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Technical computer systems.
Applicable legislation and related regulations.
Best practices within areas of responsibility.
Horizontal linkages to other relevant governmental levels and services as well as the private sector.

ABILITIES TO:
Understand and meet the needs of customers.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in dealing with staff, other departments, Councillors, outside authorities and agencies.
Manage conflict; mediate disputes; assist in reaching consensus.
Demonstrate supervisory, administrative and human relations skills.
Respond quickly to emerging opportunities or risks.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.

LANGUAGE:
Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
French verbal skills highly desirable; written skills an asset.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s license, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.

MAIN FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for overseeing activities of the Subdivision/Site Plan Control group in accordance with The Planning Act and Municipal By-Laws in support of quality customer service and the Business Plan for the Section.

Closes: 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2014.

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This leadership role within our Engineering Department would be a great career move for a Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist with related experience in a municipal or consulting engineering environment.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Municipal Inspections, Capital Contract Administration and Quality Control within the Engineering Department, you will lead a team of professional / technical staff and manage the contract administration and quality control of municipal capital infrastructure construction works, including roads, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, drainage, watermain, streetlighting and associated works. As Manager of Contract Administration & Quality Control, you will ensure due diligence and compliance with the contract documents, plans, specifications, established standards and policies, regulatory, legislative and environmental requirements during construction. You will perform financial administrative activities, including preparation of payment certificates, negotiation of additional work claims and final payments to Contractors, and participate in detailed design phases, internal peer review of designs and tender documents to ensure contract constructability, and the prevention of construction claims. As CA and QC Manager, you will also coordinate with contractors, consultants and the public to administer and fully document all activities during the construction contracts.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (DELIVERABLES)

More specifically, as Manager of Contract Administration & Quality Control, you will:
•Manage, motivate, train and evaluate unit staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning, encourage innovation in others, and provide direction to others, organize, set priorities and meet deadlines.
•Manage and oversee the provision and administration of Construction Management and Quality Control Services for capital works construction activities valued at approximately $10 million - $15 million annually.
•Manage projects through all stages of construction, including quality control, cost control, scheduling, design changes and approvals in coordination with external and internal authorities, codes, standards, specifications, corporate policies and procedures, and applicable contract legislation.
•Procure and manage engineering consultants, professionals and contract services.
•Ensure that contractors are in compliance with relevant legislation, City standards, and criteria and corporate policies.
•Ensure due diligence in the performance of the contract by providing documentation and interpretation of contractual rights and obligations of the Contractor and Owner.
•Negotiate, recommend and approve additional works and field design revisions, as required, to correct design errors and omissions related to site conditions.
•Negotiate contractual claims and change of work orders.
•Determine amount owing to the construction contractor, issue certificates of payment, including progress payments, holdback release, partial release of holdback and final payments, based on field observations, assessment and evaluation of the contract work in accordance with contractual and statutory obligations, and track all construction project costs to ensure compliance with approved project budget amounts. •Develop and review overall construction project schedules, and communicate scheduled completion dates to stakeholders and internal corporate clients.
•Ensure compliance with the requirements of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Safe Work Practices, Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, and Environmental Protection Plans.
•Consult with Local, Regional and Provincial Authorities, approval authorities, contractors, consultants, utilities, residents and businesses, to ensure that construction does not interfere with existing infrastructure and services.
•Prepare reports to Council and attend Council meetings, as required.
•Develop annual and multi-year budgets and schedules for managing capital construction projects.
•Participate on, and coordinate cross-functional, multi-discipline teams producing innovative process designs using continuous improvement methodologies.
•Assume the duties of Acting Senior Manager during absences, as directed.

Your professional profile as Manager, Contract Administration & Quality Control will include:
•University degree in Engineering with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation and 7 to 10 years’ experience, or a Certified Engineering Technologist with a CET designation and 15 years of experience, or any combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
•Directly related experience in a municipal or consulting engineering environment, related to design, construction estimates, specifications writing, tendering, construction, construction supervision, quality control, construction safety and contract administration of municipal infrastructure and servicing projects, of which at least 6 years were in a progressive supervisory or management role.
•Additional post-secondary courses leading to a certificate in Project Management, an asset.
•Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in the design, construction and inspection of municipal infrastructure, and a thorough knowledge of related legislative responsibilities, methods, materials, material testing, construction practices and project management, health and safety requirements, and contract tendering and administration.
•Detailed knowledge of all applicable legislation, acts, standards, policies and regulations, including federal and provincial, including Contract Law and Construction Lien Act.
•Sound analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, financial control, organizational and leadership skills.
•Ability to identify and develop key performance indicators, analyse data and evaluate trends, and recommend improvement changes to enhance operational efficiencies and effectiveness.
•Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in, corporate core competencies, including customer service, communications, team work, initiative / self-management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability.
•Strong conflict / dispute resolution skills and the ability to handle confrontational / aggressive situations.
•Ability to prepare and interpret comprehensive technical reports, plans, legal / contract documents, agreements, statutes and by-laws.
•Competency as defined under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
•Confined Space Entry and Retrieval Certification
•First Aid certification.
•Valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence. As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract.

The salary range for this regular, full-time position is $98,219 to $115,592 per annum.

Closes: April 17, 2014.

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Your municipal servicing experience will drive your success in the role of Development Coordinator. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, Engineering Design & Construction, and working under the general supervision of the Project Manager, you will review on a daily basis, and comment on, all development applications pertaining to environmental and servicing matters. As a Development Coordinator, you will also undertake or direct engineering analyses required as a result of development activity, and prepare various technical reports for senior staff as well as Committees and Council. This is a full-time regular CUPE Local 5167 Inside position.

Your qualifications as a Development Coordinator include:
•Demonstrated knowledge of the duties described, normally acquired through a recognized community college diploma in an accredited course such as a Civil Engineering Technologist with progressive, related experience in both planning and development control with respect to municipal and private servicing, grading / drainage, and storm water, and/or a combination of education and progressive work experience.
•Membership in, or eligibility for certification with, the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, is preferred.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Proficiency using a computer and various software programs such as Word, Access, Excel, and Drawing Management System.
•Valid Class G driver's licence.

Hamilton. A city of progress.

At the City of Hamilton, our vision is “to be the best place in Canada to raise a child, promote innovation, engage citizens and provide diverse economic opportunities.” With our rich history, culturally strong and diverse communities, blend of urban and rural attractions, and ideal location in the heart of the Golden Horseshoe, Hamilton is a vibrant community of neighbours. We are also a leading employer, with many opportunities to grow and excel. We invite you to share in our vision as part of the Growth Management Division in the Planning and Economic Development Department.

Closes: April 16, 2014.

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Position Summary
The Engineering Services Department is accepting applications for the regular full-time position of Development Engineering Technologist. Reporting to the Coordinator, Development Engineering, this position is responsible for analytical engineering review and the stipulation of terms and conditions of approvals of all land development related applications and to ensure compliance to municipal and provincial standards and statutes.

Major Job Responsibilities
•Coordinates engineering drawing approval process for new residential and industrial subdivision; reviews and provides comments for associated engineering reports, drawings and approvals; ensures approvals are processed on time; ensures letter of credit and administration fees have been secured; recommends release/reduction of subdivision letter of credit; performs required inspection of sites
•Represents the Town at subdivision and site plan pre-construction meetings with developers/consultants/contractors
•Recommends approval for maintenance period and subdivision assumption applications
•Applies and enforces Town standards and requirements to ensure compliance; uses sound judgment to resolve issues
•Reviews, analyzes and provides engineering comments and approval of site plans for new industrial, commercial, institutional and residential developments; approval of engineering letter of credit values, calculates release/reduction of securities related to site plan letter of credit; conducts site inspections and follows up on any site deficiencies
•Coordinates the approval of Site Alteration Permits related to Development applications; circulates the submission package for comment; reviews application; calculates appropriate fees and provides approval
•Reviews and approves Road Cut and Entrance Permit applications related to Development applications
•Reviews applications and provides written engineering conditions for re-zonings, Official Plan Amendments, Condominiums, Niagara Escarpment, Land Division, Consents, Committee of Adjustment including minor variances, Part Lot control and other development applications as required
•Investigates engineering related concerns/complaints as requested by local Councilors; recommends corrective action and follows up
•Reviews and recommends approval of grading and drainage plans for development permits as part of the Building Permit review process
•Liaises with and maintains good working relationships with external agencies (i.e. Region of Halton, Conservation Halton, Niagara Escarpment Commission) in order to resolve complex issues within established procedures
•Provides input into the Town of Milton Engineering and Parks Standards Manual and provides updates and amendments to technical drawings and content
•Complies with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health & Safety Act
•Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Department objectives

Education and Experience
•Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology
•Full membership or eligible for membership as a CET through OACETT
•Minimum of three (3) years of municipal engineering review experience of development applications, engineering drawing and report review and stipulating terms and conditions on draft plans
•Knowledge of stormwater management, storm sewer design, grading, road and intersection design
•Competency in reviewing geotechnical, noise and traffic studies as well as engineering cost estimates
•Working knowledge of modern construction practices and procedures
•Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
•Strong organizational, record keeping and time management skills
•Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast paced environment
•Ability to meet conflicting deadlines and multiple project assignments
•Familiar with OPS, TACC, MOE, and other relevant industry standards/policies and construction practices
•Proficient in Windows based software including Microsoft Office applications; familiar with CAD software, CSDC AMANDA software and GIS platforms preferred
•A valid Ontario Driver’s License with a driving record that demonstrates responsible/safe driving behavior, as use of a personal vehicle is required from time to time.

Salary Range: $64,505 - $80,631

Interested applicants should apply online at www.milton.ca under the Careers section by 11:59 pm on April 16, 2014. In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.

Closes: April 16, 2014.

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Do you have a strong background in bituminous materials engineering? Are you looking for new challenges and the chance to work with new materials and new technologies? Then have a closer look at this opportunity.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this challenging role, you will:
•provide advanced engineering advice and guidance in bituminous materials engineering and technology
•support the Ministry's construction and rehabilitation activities
•resolve complex technical issues
•carry out investigative projects and research to evaluate materials and technologies to determine appropriateness and effectiveness for ministry programs, construction and maintenance/repair operations
•write specifications, reports and make presentations
•implement new bituminous materials, related technologies and cost-effective improvements to support effective design, construction and maintenance
•supervise technical staff

Location: 1201 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, Ontario

How do I qualify?

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

Technical Engineering Knowledge and Experience:
•you have progressive civil, chemical or geotechnical engineering experience specifically in asphalt engineering materials, pavement design, construction and evaluation
•you have advanced knowledge and experience of the theory, principles and practices of asphalt materials and related mix design, laboratory testing, construction and material technologies
•you have good understanding of policies, procedures, standards and specifications related to bituminous materials and technologies

Project Management, Problem-Solving and Research Skills:
•you have expert project management skills and the ability to evaluate, develop and implement asphalt design and/or construction technologies
•you have excellent research, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills related to laboratory evaluation, testing and implementation and asphalt construction and maintenance operations

Leadership and Communication Skills:
•you have the ability to provide technical supervision and leadership to engineering staff
•you have excellent communication skills
•you have demonstrated presentation skills
•you have strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

Salary range: $83,947.00 – $115,752.00 per year

Closes: April 28, 2014.

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