Job Description
Manager, Engineering Condition Assessment and Rehabilitation
Public Works - Water and Wastewater, Engineering Services
Status: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: Non Union Salary Band L; $147,496 per annum - $184,370 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual)
Hiring Range: $147,496 per annum -$165,933 per annum
Work Mode: Hybrid; 2 on-site days per week which can increase based on operational needs*see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ON
Hours of work: 35 Hours per week
Who we are: Peel is known as a leading water and wastewater service provider. We deliver exceptional service to our customers by ensuring the community is provided with a safe and dependable drinking water supply, wastewater is efficiently collected and properly treated, and both the environment and long-term financial management is considered in every decision we make. We will face challenges in the coming years, including population growth, the impacts of climate change, replacement of aging infrastructure, and further changes in both customer expectations and the regulatory environment in which we operate. To meet these challenges and continue to provide the levels of service that our customers expect requires innovative approaches, collaboration with other levels, as well as investment in infrastructure and in our people. Each of our teams and our people are seen, industry wide, as leaders in our respective fields.
Reporting to: Director, Water and Wastewater, Engineering Services
Team Structure: In this role you will manage a team of 7 including a Program Manager, 4 Project Managers, Technical Analyst and Financial Coordinator
What you will do in this role:
- Defines project objectives, scope of work, proposed stages and schedules for Water Wastewater Capital Projects in partnership with other applicable Sections.
- Manages the distribution of workload to staff and provides support and advice as required.
- Effectively partners with other corporate organizations to deliver the most efficient and effective services (e.g. MTO, Local Area Municipalities, Adjacent Regional Municipalities, and Conservation Authorities etc.)
- Liaises and co-ordinates with the Public, Elected Officials concerning the delivery of the Capital Program and addressing any concerns or complaints
- Responsible for the operation of the Section and manages reporting staff, promoting a service-oriented culture, teamwork and co-operation within the Section, and with external partners.
- Handles issues escalated from reporting staff, conducts performance appraisals for immediate reports, handles performance issues, and supports staff development and training.
- Develops plans for the Section and makes recommendations to the Director on project priorities, service delivery strategies, and means of resourcing and related cost implications.
- Develops and administers Sections’ Operating Budget, approves major transactions, prepares financial forecasts and presents same to Director for approval.
- Defines business advantages for implementation of new technology and for software enhancements, reports systems malfunctions and deficiencies, and recommends effective and efficient solutions.
- Prepares and gives presentations, highlighting section achievements and/or plans.
What the role requires:
- A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).
- Degree in Civil Engineering combined with 5-10 years of related infrastructure experience
- Minimum of 5 years working experience in a municipal infrastructure environment, consultant and/or public sector
- Thorough knowledge of municipal engineering infrastructure and water and wastewater design concepts including condition assessment and rehabilitation of large diameter water and wastewater infrastructure
- Leadership qualities to build and maintain strong teams and partnerships, thereby ensuring high standards of professional service
- Solid understanding of Public Works issues, services and processes with thorough knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations and standards
- Combination of education and experience may be considered
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with external and internal clients, co-ordinate works and provide leadership in project assignments.
- Previous leadership experience
- Able to articulate vision, motivate and inspire others
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
Nice to have:
- Membership with the Professional Engineers Ontario is considered and asset
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
Be bold. Think big. Join us.
Work Mode & Job Location:
In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies. The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology
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About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
