Supervisor - Sidewalks & Concrete

3 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada The Corporation of The City of Victoria Full time

**Job Description**:
**Competition #24/99**

**Internal/External Posting**

**Closing date: April 30, 2024**

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**Supervisor - Sidewalks and Concrete (Continuous)**

**Engineering & Public Works Department**

**POSITION FUNCTION**

Reporting to the Manager of Streets Operations, the Supervisor of Sidewalks and Concrete Maintenance will be responsible for the leadership, Supervision and coordination of the operations of the Sidewalks and Concrete Section.

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**KEY DUTIES**

Plan, coordinate, assign and review the work of approximately 19 staff involved in construction and maintenance of sidewalks, paths, curb & gutter, retaining walls, malls and squares, and related infrastructure. Ensure schedules, procedures, and the highest standards of staff performance, professionalism, conduct and personnel safety standards are met, strengthened and enhanced. Monitor staff attendance; lead staff meetings and discussion sessions; responsible for complete supervisory responsibilities.

Initiate and update standard work procedures, standards and specifications, long range strategies and policies for the section; be flexible and goal orientated in a changing work environment; actively identify and solve problems quickly with effective solutions. Plan, budget, schedule, monitor and regulate the section’s annual maintenance programs. Plan, prepare detailed estimates, implement change orders, schedule work, monitor job costs and verify expenditures for capital projects; prepare unit cost and progress reports as required. Make recommendations regarding types of equipment to be acquired, operational changes and related costs; prepare, review and evaluate tenders and Requests for Offer. Create tender specifications, review submissions and recommend qualified bid.

Conduct site inspections to review progress and ensure safety, industry and regulatory requirements are met. Respond to inquiries, complaints and requests for service from the public, other sections and outside agencies. Collaborate in a team environment to deliver work programs and capital projects; ensure contractors and outside agencies adhere to tender specifications; investigate damage and accident claims initiated against the City and make recommendations; prepare reports; organize crews for emergency or after hours work. Serve as primary contact for after hour calls and emergencies. Activate and operate the ice and snow control program as required in winter weather conditions.

Perform related duties where qualified.

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**INDEPENDENCE**

Work is generated by annual objectives and goals and reviewed through reports to Supervisor through weekly meetings and reports and as required.

Issues such as staffing matters, deviations from departmental policy, schedule changes, and budgetary items are discussed with Supervisor with relevant recommendations.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**

**Physical Effort**:
Normal.

**Mental Effort**:
Deal with complaints and negative comments. (occasional)

**Visual/Auditory Effort**:
Normal.

Focus on engineering plans, spreadsheet and reports for short periods. (occasional)

**Work Environment**:
Office.

Conduct site inspections of crews and premises. (often)

**KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES**

Organize and prioritize the work of the section.

Knowledge of machinery, equipment, and materials required for Sidewalk and Concrete construction and maintenance.

Working level operation of current City word processing, spreadsheet, and related specialty software.

Estimate the cost of civil construction and maintenance.

Thorough knowledge of ice and snow management/control principles and practices.

Read and interpret engineering plans, utility information sheets and grade sheets.

Maintain accurate records, prepare and monitor budgets using City software and management tools.

Lead, supervise and direct section staff.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.

Supervise the section’s safety program.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification**:
Technical School Certificate in Civil Engineering or equivalent. (1 year)

Certificate in management and leadership studies. (1 year)

Accredited courses in project management, including project planning, scheduling, budget & execution. (40 hours)

Certified Public Works Supervisor Program. (70 hours)

Ice and Snow Removal certification. (12 hours)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence.

**Experience**:
5 years of concrete sidewalk, wall, curb and gutter and related construction and maintenance experience including supervisory or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

**OTHER**:
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

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**Work schedule: Monday to Friday, (40 hour work week)**

**$50.45 per hour, Pay Grade 15**

**Job Code #768**

**This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

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