Senior Engineering Tech (Development)

at  City of Kawartha Lakes

JOB BRIEF

Responsible for various Senior Engineering related projects within their area of responsibility, specifically Development Engineering.
Employment Status:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Coordinate the review and approval of planning applications and development proposals within the City
• Coordinate, manage and review the preparation of master drainage plans, sub watershed studies
• Liaison with City’s Water/Wastewater Division with respect to sanitary and water system models
• Assist in the preparation and administration of capital, operating and project-related budgets including projections, estimates, cost-control, interim and final reporting
• Responsible for financial control of assigned projects, including documentation, account set-up and closure, purchase orders, change orders and some or all of local improvements, special grants, subsidies, donations, financing, interim and final reporting
• Analyze project and operational costs and activities, making recommendation for efficiencies and level of engineering services required to carry out the work
• Coordinate and oversee the work of external contractors and consulting services
• Perform or coordinate engineering inspection services which may include, but are not limited to: sampling, surveying, construction and traffic counts
• Assist with preparation of Request for Tender, Request for Proposal and Request for Quotation documentation
• Research and prepare engineering reports, technical memoranda and Council reports
• Perform technical reviews providing input, comment or recommendation on assessments, studies, plans/drawings, materials, proposals, agreements, asset management and reports
• Collaborate with staff in all departments to ensure continuity of service(s), providing progress or status reports and comment
• Identify, develop and recommend engineering and procedural improvements, reviewing, evaluating and implementing policies and best practices
• Maintain engineering records, documents and reports, including plans, maps and drawings
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and corporate policy/procedures
• Respond to public enquiries, recording and investigating each instance and recommending follow-up action
• Perform other related duties as assigned

SKILLS/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum five (5) years of related progressive experience in capital project management, road design, water/sewer infrastructure/treatment, construction, infrastructure, technical services and related operations
• Must have or be eligible for the OACETT designation (Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists); CET designation is preferred
• Experience in the specific area of specialty, development engineering is preferred
• Proficient in Total Station Surveys and layout
• Thorough knowledge of applicable policies, procedures and legislation related to civil engineering
• Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
• Demonstrated customer-service and interpersonal skills at a level to develop and to maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, and the ability to deal with multiple demands
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to function positively in a diverse range of teamwork situations
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
• Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by municipal policies and procedures
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check will be required

Please refer the Job description for details