Director of Engineering and Infrastructure Development

7 days ago


Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Meridia Recruitment Solutions Full time

Job Summary

The Director of Engineering and Infrastructure Development will play a pivotal role in shaping the city's future by overseeing the Capital Works Program and supporting the Municipal Public Works Services. This technical role involves organizing, planning, and controlling various municipal infrastructure projects related to land development, transportation, buildings, water, and sewer systems, ensuring they adhere to established budgets and engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the strategic direction of the department, preparing short and long-term plans and budget estimates for evaluation.
  • Oversee ongoing infrastructure development projects, monitoring progress and public tendering processes, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, and managing project changes in consultation with the City Manager.
  • Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Engineering Department, offering professional expertise to the CAO, Council, and other departments.
  • Provide advisory services and participate in special assignments, including reviewing and evaluating subdivision plans for engineering services and preparing presentations and applications for Council approval.
  • Review engineering drawings to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee asset management, construction standards, and municipal records; coordinate with By-law enforcement; and prepare and negotiate development agreements and land purchases.
  • Manage City tenders and funding applications, and lead climate change adaptation and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives.
  • Manage communication with the public regarding upcoming projects.

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Municipal or Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Registration or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in New Brunswick.
  • 10+ years of experience in municipal engineering and public works overseeing service areas such as operations, water supply and distribution, sanitary sewage and treatment, land development, and transportation projects.
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing both unionized and non-unionized workforces is an asset. Successful collaboration with elected officials will be required.
  • Strong judgment, excellent leadership, management, delegation, negotiating, and team-building skills. Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is considered an asset.
  • Effective problem-solving, strategic analysis, planning, and implementation skills.
  • Expertise in meeting facilitation, presentations, written and oral communication, and effective utilization of administrative programs such as MS Office.

About Meridia Recruitment Solutions

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