Department: Public Works
Location: BEDFORD
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 27-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job.
The Department of Public Works designs, constructs and maintains provincial highways, public buildings, bridges and other related infrastructure. Our District Highway Services Division is responsible for managing major capital construction projects, snow and ice control services, along with road maintenance and repair services.
With a mandate to provide the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, maintenance and upkeep of our highway system is paramount to our core responsibilities.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

You have several important responsibilities which directly impact the development of annual and multi-year development projects, all the while ensuring the integrity of the provincial highway system. In this capacity, the Development Engineer reviews transportation studies relating to municipal and private developments and service demand by using standard engineering methodologies along with computerized travel demand forecasting models, as well as other innovative analysis techniques.

Reporting to the District Director, and working closely with the Area Managers, you will have a lead role in reviewing and approving technical reports and drawings; ensuring stable progression and continuity of design projects and initiatives. You will also:

• review and direct the review of private development plans;
• establish and monitor procedures to ensure efficiency, accuracy and consistency in the processing of all development permit applications;
• manage and guide the Engineering Technicians; and
• positively represent the Department on inter-governmental and intra-governmental infrastructure planning teams.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required along with a minimum of six (6) years of related experience in highway maintenance, construction or commercial or residential development. You must be (or meet the requirements to be) actively registered as a Full Member (P.Eng) with Engineers Nova Scotia (ENS).
Travel is a component of this position; as such, you must have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.
As the ideal candidate, experience and familiarity with the Public Highways Act and Municipal Government Act is essential. You also have knowledge of Access Management guidelines and procedures. You are also familiar with the preparation of Traffic Impact Studies and interpretation of results. Familiarity with the Department’s Occupational Health and Safety and Environment program is considered an asset.
The successful candidate will be an effective leader and communicator with excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills. The incumbent will be highly motivated and able to work independently on complex, detailed studies and to present technical information clearly and succinctly both in written and verbal formats.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

• review and direct the review of private development plans;
• establish and monitor procedures to ensure efficiency, accuracy and consistency in the processing of all development permit applications;
• manage and guide the Engineering Technicians; and
• positively represent the Department on inter-governmental and intra-governmental infrastructure planning teams