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Director of Planning & Engineering

Posted on: Sep 17, 2024
Posted by: Town of Redcliff

Summary

Director of Planning & Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • Guides the growth and development of the community through long and short-range planning, administrative recommendations, budget submissions and project coordination.
  • Develops and/or reviews all engineering documentation related to area structure plans, outline plans, subdivision development, lot development, and various construction projects.
  • Confirms that projects are designed according to Town of Redcliff standards and reflect industry standards and practices.
  • Develops specifications and bid documents for a variety of public works and public utilities-related designs, construction and maintenance projects.
  • Provides recommendations for long-range infrastructure and transportation planning regarding community growth, in concert with corporate policies and budget.
  • Plans, coordinates and implements capital works projects for Town infrastructure, including transportation, utilities, and drainage.
  • Coordinates and administers capital projects through project management, contract management, meeting participation, development of agreements, scheduling, cost control and documentation.
  • Liaise with developers, consultants and contractors on construction projects.
  • Assists with the review and processing of land and building development proposals, providing advice and recommendations as required.
  • Supervises contractors and inspects the work of contractors.
  • Acts as a resource and provides supporting information/documentation to other departmental staff across the organization as requested.
  • Ensures departmental compliance with legislation, regulations, corporate policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Solves problems and improves operations using creativity, innovation, and best practices.
  • Development, implementation and coordination of the Town’s Asset Management Plan.
  • Develop and review a Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP) in alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Collaborate with team members across the organization to determine a systematic approach to the development of Asset Management practices.
  • Undertakes the lead role in developing strategies to capture, enhance and maintain the Town’s land-related date for the Geographic Information System as well as ongoing maintenance and other CAD mapping.
  • Ensures that activities are conducted safely.
  • Liaises with and develops positive relations with stakeholders, residents, the business community, local boards and authorities, and the Provincial and Federal governments.
  • Attends, participates, and presents reports in committees and Council meetings as requested, and prepares inspection reports.
  • Capital Budgeting and Forecasting.
  • Monitors and reports on the effectiveness of sediment and erosion control plans.
  • Responds to public inquiries and complaints according to approved procedures.
  • Displays a professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use information appropriately, and maintain the confidentiality and security of all information related to staff, business and residents of the Town of Redcliff.
  • Oversees and monitors Economic Development related matters.
  • Utilizes quality assurance techniques, departmental program evaluation and other similar tools to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Oversees and monitors Engineering & Planning and development matters.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other related field.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive management experience.
  • Must be eligible for, or maintain, membership in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Demonstrated success managing and resolving conflict.
  • Demonstrated aptitude, interest, and experience to positively lead, motivate, develop, and mentor staff.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s licence with clean driver’s abstract.
  • Knowledge of municipal, highway engineering and construction practices, procedures and specifications.
  • Possess familiarity with municipal and provincial legislation.
  • Excellent public relations, customer service, professionalism, diplomacy and tact.
  • Excellent organizational, prioritizing and time management skills.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Municipal Government Act and Alberta Planning Law.
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of ESRI (Arc-Map and Arc-Pad) is an asset.
  • Advanced Office 365 skills and other position related technology.
  • Must have working knowledge of GIS software such as Qgis, ArcGIS, SWWM, Syncro, EMME, or WaterCad.
  • Experience with Microstation or AutoCADD including experience with Micro Station OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3d would be considered an asset.
  • Experience with graphics software such as Sketchup or Indesign would be considered an asset.
  • Solid understanding of municipal budget planning, forecasting and management principles.
  • Ability to ensure all work-related information is kept confidential as per policy and in accordance with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
  • Construction safety procedures and awareness of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Ability to plan, prioritize and manage own workload, including the ability to tolerate frequent interruptions and still meet deadlines.
  • Subject to a criminal records check in accordance with Policy 55.

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$58.57 - $71.48

Closing Date

October 3, 2024
Posting ID: 27866