Director / General Manager of Infrastructure

1 week ago

Wetaskiwin, Canada County of Wetaskiwin No.10 Full time
Director / General Manager of Infrastructure

The County of Wetaskiwin is looking for a dedicated leader with a strong technical aptitude and one who excels at setting clear expectations and driving results through consistent communication and the application of municipal policies, regulations, and legislation. The successful candidate will possess the confidence and resolve to address challenges and uphold expectations while fostering a culture built on professionalism, respect, and accountability.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment, collaborating closely with the office of the CAO to provide strong leadership and operational oversight for public works capital projects and long-term planning. The position is responsible for the coordination and implementation of annual construction and maintenance programs, including budgeting, data collection, design, tendering, and supervising.

The portfolio includes oversight of: Transportation and Engineering Services, Utility and Waste Management Services, and Fleet Services. The 2025 budget for this department, including capital, is approximately $32M.

Responsibilities

Prepare long-term infrastructure capital and maintenance plans for Council that maximize value for residents while minimizing cost expenditures.

  • Oversee the management of:
  • Expenditure control within established County policies and approved operating and capital budgets for all areas of responsibility.
  • County road infrastructure, including bridges, to provide for safe and efficient movement of vehicular traffic.
  • Construction management of capital projects to ensure compliance with specified standards.
  • Operation and maintenance of utility structures and fleet.
  • Standard operating and administrative policies and procedures for the area of responsibility.
  • Prepare and submit annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Prepare and present submissions to County Council for consideration and decision.
  • Ensure all work is carried out in a manner consistent with legislation and or existing bylaws or directives.
  • Responds to public and Council concerns and inquiries.
  • Liaises with consultants and contractors for the establishment of operational and capital contracts.
  • Research new technology, products or innovative techniques.
  • Ensure all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Coordinates with all direct reports to ensure that adequate staff training and resources are in place and utilized effectively to meet the service delivery standards of the County.
  • Foster a working environment focused on continuous improvement and customer service.
  • Actively investigate funding opportunities for capital projects.
Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following:

  • A post-secondary Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, coupled with management and leadership training.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive management and leadership experience at a senior level, including corporate budgeting and business planning, external partnership development, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Demonstrated Project Management experience of multi-million dollar projects.

The following are considered assets or preferences:

  • Professional engineering designation with APEGA.
  • A balance of private and public experience.
  • Experience with the management of a municipality, particularly in a rural context.
  • PMP Certification.
  • Grant Writing Experience.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary Grid.
  • Earned Vacation Plan.
  • Management Days.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan including extended health care, health spending account, dental plan, long-term disability coverage, and life insurance.
  • Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP) with employer matching contributions.
Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume by email or apply online. Please indicate “Director/General Manager of Infrastructure” in the subject line of your email. The position posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is recruited.

All applications are appreciated; however, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.

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