Asset Management Advisor-Municipal Infrastructure

About PSD Citywide

PSD Citywide is a full-service firm offering research, consulting services and software to the North American public sector market. Our client base includes hundreds of small, mid-sized, and large municipalities from across North America, provincial/state and federal government agencies, and private sector entities. We are an industry leader that specializes in enterprise asset management and financial budgeting for municipalities. Over our years of experience, we have developed cutting-edge software solutions for our client’s asset management and financial budgeting needs, leaving behind mature and manageable programs making positive impacts in local communities.

As PSD continues to grow, we are thrilled to add another Asset Management Advisor to join our Advisory Team. This is a full time remote based role with the successful candidate living in British Columbia, Canada.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Profound understanding of strategic asset management concepts, including long-term planning, needs assessments, and alignment with municipal goals. Emphasis on integrating sustainable service delivery and lifecycle planning for assets to meet community needs effectively
• Proficiency in technical writing to clearly communicate complex asset data and findings. This involves translating data insights into actionable recommendations, supporting informed decision-making for stakeholders, councils, and the public
• Integrating climate adaptation and mitigation strategies into asset management planning which includes planning for climate impacts, assessing asset vulnerability to extreme weather, and incorporating resilience measures into lifecycle and risk management
• Draft policies that promote sustainable asset management, including data governance, investment prioritization, and resource allocation. Policies are designed to support long-term sustainability goals and ensure infrastructure aligns with organizational priorities
• Assess and manage risks related to asset performance and failure, implementing risk-based prioritization methods to address vulnerabilities, reduce costs, and enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure
• Proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and presenting asset data to support evidence-based decision-making. This includes generating insights from data trends, visualizing findings, and preparing reports tailored for a variety of stakeholders
• Expertise in developing financial strategies to support sustainable asset management, including cost forecasting, budgeting, and identifying funding strategies suitable for long-term asset health
• Project planning and delivery, with a focus on setting realistic timelines, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring projects meet defined goals and budgets. Strong organizational skills and stakeholder management are essential
• Analyze complex situations and develop strategic solutions, often under tight deadlines
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently is key to delivering results on time
• Build rapport with colleagues, new and existing clients is essential for collaboration and driving project success
• Promote teamwork and collaboration as Advisors often work in teams, requiring the ability to collaborate, share ideas, and contribute constructively
• Provide leadership and training, we value collaborative leadership to help each other grow and improve
• Someone who can facilitate the smooth adoption of new asset management practices, especially when working with municipalities or organizations new to structured asset management
• Adjust to different client needs, industries, and working environments
• Other duties assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the managing, planning, implementation and application of municipal asset management procedures, practices, tools and techniques
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Engineering Technologies diploma in Civil Engineering, Economics/Business degree, or a similar discipline
• Familiarity with internationally recognized frameworks and standards, such as ISO 55000, AMBC Framework, and InfraGuide, to ensure asset management practices align with industry standards while meeting compliance requirements
• P. Eng. Designation, OACETT certification, IAM Certification and/or professional engineering designation would be considered an asset
• Supervisory experience would be considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to effectively facilitate complex asset management projects to high level executives within the public sector
• Skills in geographic information systems to analyze spatial data and map assets, which can be valuable in understanding asset distribution, environmental impact, and planning for future needs
• Knowledge of Indigenous relations and community engagement can be invaluable for projects on traditional territories, supporting culturally sensitive planning and alignment with local values
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with previous presentation and/or training experience

Recruitment Process

All resumes will be reviewed for experience working with key technologies. Only those who qualify will be contacted for an initial screening interview. We strive to provide a quick recruitment process, but to find the right candidate for the job the process may take up to a month to complete. We make every effort to follow up with every candidate regarding the next step in the process.

Phone Interview

If you are invited to a screening interview you will discuss your experience with one of our People and Culture team members. This interview is an opportunity to get to know a little more about the company, the type of work we do and impact we have.

Virtual Interview

Candidates invited to a Virtual Interview will meet with the department Manager and a member of the People and Culture team. This will allow the candidate to get to know the team as well as learn more about our processes, culture and growth opportunities we have at PSD.

Why work with us?

Employee personal and career growth is important to us and we will encourage you to pursue the things you care about. We have a mentoring program that matches you with a senior team member for your first three months to ensure you get fully acquainted with our team. We also encourage continuous learning through a Training & Development program allowing our employees to fully explore their interests and contribute to different product development teams at PSD.

Employee Perks

• Competitive Salaries
• Full Benefits Package
• Company Matched RRSP Contributions
• Remote work options
• Flex Hours & Paid Time off
• Social and Charity events and initiatives

PSD Citywide is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We believe in integration, and we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility.

We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this when you apply, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.