Municipal Engineer
Position Overview:
Provide quality, cost effective professional engineering services related to the planning, , design, specifications, tendering and construction phases of various City Capital and Operating Projects.
Key Responsibilities
Manage various size and complexity capital and operating design and construction projects by:
• Working closely with City Operations to obtain inputs to incorporate into the project plans;
• Planning projects, applying standards (i.e. General Specifications) and optimizing procedures and schedules;
• Preparing project plans and budgets in accordance with sound project management methodology and engineering principles;
• Preparing terms of reference for engineering consultant services, participate in selection and ensure high standards in their work;
• Preparing quality reports and recommendations to Common Council for consultant engagement, award of construction contracts and other technical information;
• Overseeing and managing hired consultants and contractors throughout the completion of various capital and or operations projects;
• Initiating processes and preparing submissions for environmental approvals, rezoning requests, property and easement acquisitions; ensuring appropriate public consultation for each project;
• Understanding and diligently administering the City's policy for tendering of construction contracts and guiding consultants in doing so;
• Managing tender calls and participating in the tender opening process;
• Measuring project performance, providing analysis, and reporting on status;
• Managing projects with accountability for quality assurance, results, budget management and use of resources;
• Preparing and submitting funding applications for various City service areas;
• Managing Technologist staff.
Maintain the integrity of the municipal and City infrastructure through high-quality, cost-effective engineering support by:
• Assessing technical needs, issues and construction management and providing quality reports on engineering standards and projects;
• Providing technical guidance and advice to operations and technical staff to ensure effective and sustainable construction and maintenance practices;
• Ensuring quality standards and appropriateness of engineering plans, drawings and construction specifications in compliance with all statutes, regulations, recognized quality standards and certificate of approval to operate;
• Provide after hours responsibility for and direction of emergency and other unplanned services as a member of the 24/7 Department Duty Manager Rotation.
Essential Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have an undergraduate degree in engineering preferrable in Civil as well as a minimum of four years progressive experience ideally in a similar work environment. Priority will be given to candidates with applicable experience in design and construction management related to the water, wastewater, storm water and transportation infrastructure fields. Candidates must be eligible for membership as a registered Professional Engineer with APEGNB or be registered as a member-in-training.
The successful applicant may be eligible to participate in a Flexible Time Options Program which includes the option of working a 4 or 5-day work week, subject to business requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.
Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:
City of Saint John
Attn: Hiring Committee
www.saintjohn.ca (careers/employment opportunities)