Public Works

**Job Summary**

The Public Works Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of public infrastructure projects and services. This role requires strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. The Public Works Manager will collaborate with employees, contractors and the community, to enhance the quality of public services.
- **Duties**:

- Manage the planning and execution of maintenance projects including water, sewer, storm and road assets. Make recommendations to the Director regarding potential deficiencies in the infrastructure.
- Supervise maintenance activities for public infrastructure to ensure safety and functionality.
- Assisting and implementing policies and procedures for public works operations.
- Undertake and document regular inspections of roads, lanes, traffic control devices.
- Prepare reports on project progress, budgets, resource allocation and manage water main flushing programs, and sewer flushing programs.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Manage and coordinate the Transportation Supervisor & Water and Sewer Supervisor to ensure that all Works and Utilities projects are carried out safely, professionally and utilize the best method, practices to the City Standards.
- Lead a team of Equipment Operators, Utility Operators, Laborers and Mechanic; provide training and performance evaluations.
- Manage communication with the public, contractors and other departments to ensure quality service delivery.
- Ensure the proper water samples and testing is undertaken by the Department to current Government standards.
- Ensure that adequate safety procedures and training are implemented and followed to the highest standards of the Works & Utilities staff.
- Discipline staff when required and make recommendations to the Director regarding the hiring, suspension or dismissal of department employees.
- Coordinate with the Director to carry out the implementation, creation and management of Human Resources issues within the Department for both, in-scope and out-of-scope employees.
- Maintain a sufficient inventory of equipment, tools and materials to ensure the efficient operations of the department.
- Prepare payroll and ensure work is correctly entered.
- Prepare any reports and present all information regarding the status of any projects.
- Assist the Director with the preparation of capital, operational budgets and long term planning of the Department.

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- **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Knowledge of municipal transportation and utility (Sewer & Water) standards, best practices and construction techniques.
- Knowledge of safety procedures, OHS regulations and WHMIS.
- Ability to supervise and organize personnel effectively.
- Customer relations skills.

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- **Transportation**:

- Asphalt, gravel, and sealed road maintenance
- Dust control
- Snow removal and ice treatment
- Asphalt patching, crack-filling and sealing
- Concrete sidewalk and curbing maintenance, repair and replacement
- Airport maintenance
- **Sewer & Water**:

- Maintenance, repair and replacement of water distribution system (Class II) and water distribution facility.
- Maintenance, repair, and replacement of water distribution system (Class II) including lift stations and lagoons.
- **Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of Grade 12/GED. A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field would be considered an asset.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in public works management or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Human Resources and/or management training would be an asset
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions regarding project management.
- Water and Wastewater certification would be considered an asset.
- Familiarity with budgeting processes

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $74,255.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person