General Manager of Public Works

2 months ago

Kenora, Canada City of Kenora Full time

**Job Title: General Manager of Public Works**

**Location: Kenora, Ontario**

**Type: Full Time | Permanent**

**Salary: (PM-03) $122,839 - $144, 156 per year**

**Closing Date: Open Until Filled**
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Reporting to the Director of Engineering & Infrastructure, the General Manager of Public Works will be responsible for overall direction and management of the Public Works Division including Roads Maintenance, Parks, and Cemetery Maintenance. Duties will include preparing annual division budget including multiyear capital and operating forecasts; preparation of reports; ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, project contract administration, and development of maintenance plans for existing infrastructure, and asset management functions.

This position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

**The General Manager of Public Works will**:

- Provide technical guidance, engineering direction, and leadership support to staff responsible for the management and administration of divisional projects, linear and physical assets including roadway, sidewalk, parks, and cemetery infrastructure and maintenance.
- Prioritize rehabilitation and reconstruction of existing infrastructure through analysis of asset condition and service impacts, and development of maintenance management programs including prioritizing and reviewing inspection and maintenance reports in conjunction with the Engineering Division and Asset Management Coordinator.
- Oversee the process for long-and-short term planning for service delivery including conceptual designs of upgrades, efficiencies, and improvements, ensures compliance with provincial and federal regulations
- Oversee the procurement and provision of various service contracts by external consultants and contractors for projects as required, environmental studies, equipment tenders, service contracts and/or other agreements related to projects and operations within the department.
- Monitors progress ensuring contract specifications are adhered to, negotiating changes, and resolving disputes or problems.
- Develop and implement strategies, goals and objectives to address service levels including monitoring performance standards, revising and implementing systems and processes and reviewing activity levels.
- Oversee, review, and approve various technical studies for the department.
- Prepare and recommend annual budgets, long-range forecasts, and business plans for the department.
- Administer and monitor the approved budget and expenditures related to the department to ensure effective and efficient use of resources and provide expenditure updates/reports to the Director when required
- Lead master plans related to transportation and parks and open space management.
- Monitor and approve work schedules for department staff while ensuring operational service levels are maintained
- Prepare administrative reports for presentation to Senior Management and Council in a timely manner, recommend new/amended by-laws and/or policies.

**Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary education with specialization in Civil or Environmental Engineering or Engineering Technology, Environmental Sciences or related field of study.
- Minimum seven (7) years experience with focus on the operation and maintenance of transportation and green space infrastructure and maintenance.
- 5 years’ supervisory experience progressing in responsibility and scope, with a demonstrated ability to develop and mobilize people to achieve a shared vision and implement strategies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of best practices as applied to the design and implementation of various municipal works; including snow and ice control, roadway and sidewalk maintenance, and parks and cemetery management and maintenance.
- Must possess valid ‘G’ class driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle
- Experience in the preparation of operating and capital budgets, forecasting, expenditure management.
- Knowledge of applicable legislation such as Municipal Act, Minimum Maintenance Standards, Environmental Protection Act, MECP regulations and design standards, Occupational Health & Safety Act, and any other associated regulations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, external contractors, and the general public.
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills with an ability to complete a high volume of work with accuracy and within prescribed deadlines in a fast-paced environment with flexibility to changing priorities

**Why apply**:

- **Leadership and Influence**:This is a high-level leadership role, allowing you to oversee multiple teams and departments, make strategic decisions, and work closely with city officials. It’s ideal for someone ready to take on significant responsibilities and influence city-wide projects.
- **Li

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