Invites applications for a
Temporary, Full-time
One Year Term
Manager of Engineering Services
The Town of High River is seeking a Manager of Engineering Services to provide oversight and direction to the Engineering Services division. As a member of our Engineering team you will have the opportunity to work on important projects that are helping to shape the future of the town. You can enjoy working and living in a community with a small town lifestyle with convenient access to larger centers; High River is a vibrant and thriving community that offers an inclusive social environment and locally-owned dynamic businesses.
We strive to provide a culture that’s open, welcoming, supportive, and respectful; where the health, safety and security of our employees is a priority. We offer a positive, friendly and healthy work environment where each employee’s contributions make a difference and work/life balance is valued.
One of the many perks of joining our organization is the eligibility to participate in the Town’s full-time benefits program. There may be prospect for this position to turn into a permanent role prior to the end of the term. Further discussion regarding future opportunities can be explored during the recruitment process.
In this hands-on, working management role, you will be actively involved in the day-to-day activities and decisions of the division. The division consists of a diverse team of Engineering Services, Safety Codes, Infrastructure Planning, and Parks Planning. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, Planning & Operational Services, the primary responsibility of the manager is managing, leading, planning, coordinating, and administering the operations and programs related to each unit of team. The manager provides technical information, advice and assistance to other departments within the organization, external stakeholders, and the public. Other duties may include: overseeing engineering reviews of development proposals,conducting reviews on challenging developments, etc. This position provides the opportunity to mentor and assist in the development of staff around the core competencies required for their respective areas of expertise.
For this position, you possess a degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering discipline with a P.Eng Designation from APEGGA with eight years related experience or a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with 10 years related experience. You have five years experience in a municipal or land development role combined with a minimum three years experience in a management or leadership role. Additionally, you have well-developed project management competencies and working knowledge in developing budget estimates and evaluating programs/services. Your ability to provide innovative, strategic, and foreward thinking will help to ensure your success in this role.
To explore this career opportunity, or to find additional information, please visit our website at www.highriver.ca, click on Careers and apply through our online application process. Please submit your resume and cover letter no later than April 10, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Questions or inquiries can be emailed to opportunities@highriver.ca.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Town of High River
309 B Macleod Trail SW
High River, Alberta
Canada T1V 1Z5
