Description

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow,



and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, the Project Manager, is responsible for planning and implementing capital projects as part of the 10-year Capital program and for providing project management services for environmental assessments and for the design, construction and rehabilitation of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other road/drainage related structural elements.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

- Act as the Region’s lead for the delivery of each capital project.
- Manage projects including Class Environmental Assessments (Class EA), design, construction, and commissioning to ensure compliance with Region’s requirements, timing and budget.
- Prepare detailed estimates of project costs and assist with capital forecasts and reports.
- Arrange and lead Public Information Centres.
- Manage and co-ordinate consultants, tendering processes and construction contracts and ensure conformance to design guidelines.
- Participate in branch planning and strategic initiatives for service improvements.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of procedures, guidelines and templates.
- Assist with the preparation of the 10-year capital plan.
- Supervise and assign work, act as the project lead for complex capital projects.
- Identify self-training and development needs and participate in appropriate training programs
- Conform to Quality control and Quality Assurance program for project management services.




- Conform to design guidelines for capital infrastructure.
- Maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders including public, Council, developers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, other municipalities and Region staff.
- Participate in Corporate, Departmental or Branch management initiatives as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- Successful completion of a University Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
- Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Professional Engineers Ontario.
- Minimum of five (5) years experience (inclusive of E.I.T. experience) in any or all aspects of design, construction and rehabilitation of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other road/drainage related structural elements, with demonstrated commitment to design quality and process as well as complex project management experience.
- A valid Ontario Class “G” drivers licence and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
- Leadership competencies including operating strategically, leveraging diversity and differences, customer focused, ensuring accountability, managing complex problems, financial management, employing interactive and effective communication, fostering collaborative relationships, cultivating engagement to drive vision and purpose, managing and developing talent, establishing and maintaining trust, displaying self-awareness, and demonstrating resiliency.
- Contemporary staff supervisory skills including knowledge of collective agreement administration and interpretation, labour relations principles and practices, and relevant employment legislation.
- Demonstrated project management skills to lead a project or work group, organize numerous tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.

📌 Project Manager (Newmarket)
🏢 York Region
📍 Newmarket