Job Description

Now Hiring: Manager, Engineering Projects

Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.
Job Posting:#26-50Status:Permanent, Full-timePosting Closes:When Successful Candidate is HiredSchedule: 35 hours/week (7 hours/day)
Working within the Engineering Services department and reporting to the Director, Engineering Services, the Manager, Engineering Projects is responsible for overseeing the strategic program and project management function of Engineering capital projects and operating programs. This position provides leadership and supervision including mentorship, guidance and development opportunities within the portfolio and department and ensures safety is a priority on all project activities. The Manager, Engineering Projects provides technical and strategic guidance to support Engineering capital plans and the County’s Asset Management program including overseeing master servicing plans for transportation and County utilities to ensure effective service delivery and project management for the County’s long-term strategic plans.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources or related Municipal Services field supplemented with formal leadership training.
Professional Engineering (P. Eng) designation with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
Minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years of relevant experience, including demonstrated in-depth and progressive technical expertise overseeing capital project management functions, preferably in a municipal environment.
Experience in a supervisory and project manager capacity with a proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
Diverse knowledge of engineering practices and the ability to communicate effectively and work through contentious situations.
Local Government Management Certificate and Project Management Professional Designation are considered assets.

Requirements:

Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB and in field locations throughout the County.
A valid class 5 driver’s license and current, satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:A Starting Salary of: $133,800 to $150,500 per yearMax Salary Potential:$169,300 per year Benefits Including:Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
Defined Pension through LAPP and optional APEX Pension
Work/Life Balance:Option to join the Earned Day Off Program
Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks
Management days in lieu of overtime
Birthday off with pay
Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week
Application Details:

Interested candidates are invited to apply online at parklandcounty.com/Careers. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at humanresources@parklandcounty.com.

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Manager, Engineering Projects