Engineering & Development Manager

The Township of Adjala-Tosorontio is located north of the GTA, at the southwest border of Simcoe County with a population of 11,000 residents and offers rural living with proximity to urban amenities.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Public Works and Engineering, the Engineering & Development Manager plays a key role in the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and development initiatives within the Township. This position is responsible for overseeing municipal engineering projects, supporting new development, and ensuring infrastructure standards are met. The Manager provides technical expertise, project leadership, and strategic input to support sustainable growth, asset management, and compliance with municipal and provincial regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities, but not limited to:

Engineering Oversight:

• Manages municipal engineering projects including design, review, inspection, and construction coordination.
• Reviews engineering submissions from developers and consultants to ensure compliance with Township standards and long-term infrastructure planning.
• Collaborates with Planning and Building departments to support responsible development and subdivision growth.
• Maintains and updates Engineering and Development Standards documents.
• Provides technical support and recommendations to the Director and other departments.

Development Coordination:

• Functions as the primary technical liaison between the Township with developers, consultants, and internal departments to facilitate efficient and sustainable integration of new developments into municipal infrastructure.
• Ensures development proposals align with municipal servicing capacity, infrastructure plans, and growth strategies.
• Participates in pre-consultation meetings and provides engineering input on planning applications.

Asset Management:

• Provides day-to-day leadership, mentoring, and supervision to the Municipal Assets/Project Manager.
• Oversees the development and implementation of asset management plans.
• Supports the integration of GIS and asset management software (e.g., CityWide) into infrastructure planning and reporting.
• Assists in lifecycle analysis and capital planning for municipal assets.

Project & Contract Management
:

• Assists in the preparation and evaluation of RFPs, RFQs, and tenders related to engineering and development projects.
• Monitors contractor and consultant performance and ensures project milestones and deliverables are met.
• Supports procurement processes in alignment with Township policies and applicable legislation.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensures engineering activities comply with relevant provincial legislation, municipal by-laws, and industry standards.
• Prepares technical reports, Council recommendations, and budget inputs related to engineering and development.
• Supports regulatory audits and inspections as required.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Responds to public inquiries and development-related concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Attends Council and Committee meetings as required to present engineering and development matters.
• Fosters collaborative relationships with internal departments, external agencies, and community stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in municipal engineering, development review, or infrastructure planning, including a minimum of 2 years experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of municipal infrastructure systems, engineering design standards, and asset management principles.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of municipal infrastructure construction, applicable legislation, regulations and engineering standards; working knowledge of local government functions and responsibilities, provincial government and associated agencies as they related to municipal engineering responsibilities and employee relations principles, practices and applicable legislation.
• Thorough knowledge of budget preparation and management.
• Proficiency in engineering software, GIS, and asset management platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, CityWide).
• Excellent communication, report writing, customer service orientation, consultative, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong, project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence with access to a personal vehicle for business use.
• Provide satisfactory Criminal Records Check upon hire.

Annual Salary: $98,534 to $123, rates) based on a 35-hour workweek.

The Township offers a comprehensive benefits package, enrollment to OMERS pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, paid personal and sick days.

Qualified candidates are requested to forward their resume and cover letter to with "Engineering & Development Manager" in the subject line by 4pm December 22, 2025.

The Township of Adjala-Tosorontio is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment for a barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment, selection &/or assessment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance to Human Resources. Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment and handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.