Manager, Transportation and Open Spaces

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Reporting to the Director of Project Development, the Manager of Transportation and Open Spaces is accountable for strategy development and operational management of the division in alignment with the Corporate Strategy and Council priorities. This division develops infrastructure projects from long-term infrastructure plans to delivery-ready projects for Calgary's streets, sidewalk, pathways, parks, and recreation services.

As the Manager, you will inspire your team and create a culture where we develop excellent projects, think creatively and work collaboratively with internal and external interest holders to gather input and align projects with service improvement and local community needs. As a member of the management team, you will be expected to foster an inclusive leadership approach that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion, as well as psychological and physical safety. As a strategic decision-maker, you will possess political acumen and have experience in leading transformational change and enabling innovation. Primary duties include:

- Provide guidance, leadership, and strategic oversight for the portfolio of capital investments within the division and service lines.
- Executive sponsor and sponsor for transportation and open space studies and projects, including development of plans and strategies, while considering trends, risks and the impact on internal and external parties.
- Collaborate across the organization and with senior leadership to identify opportunities, challenges, trends, and growth strategies, ensuring the division remains at the forefront of advancing transportation and open space projects.
- Make recommendations for capital investments and projects; present specialized information to interested parties.
- Build collaborative partnerships with external parties, including local community and advocacy groups and industry organizations, to leverage resources, share knowledge, and garner support for projects.
- Lead a diverse team by fostering innovation and productivity, monitoring performance expectations, and providing oversight for work.

**Qualifications**

**Engineer**:

- A degree in Engineering with at least 10 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work. Click here for more details.

**Non-Engineer**:

- A degree in Planning, Architecture, or a related discipline, with at least 10 years of experience in engineering, urban design, or a related field.

**All Applicants**:

- At least 8 years of experience leading large teams and managing/delivering infrastructure or planning projects.
- A master's degree in a related technical field or in business administration (MBA) will be an asset.
- Experience and success in creating and executing a strategic vision and direction for a complex organization or division, ideally in a service-based environment, is preferred.
- Public sector experience, particularly municipal government experience in a large, multi-union environment, is a preferred asset.
- Aligning with City corporate values, you will have demonstrated success in building, developing and leading strong teams, leading and managing change, influencing others, achieving outcomes, and establishing and maintaining strong and positive working relationships with colleagues, clients, and/or elected officials.

**Pre-employment Requirements**
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

**Note**:Please note all exempt positions at The City are undergoing a compensation review. This means the union jurisdiction and/or salary range listed here may change. Tell me more.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Project Development

Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 133 6 Avenue SE

Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications.
- Non-Engineer: Level H $121