Program Engineer

11252BR

Program Engineer

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for one (1) term up to 12 months Program Engineer (Resiliency Engineer) position within the Engineering & Building Standards division of Planning & Development.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Reporting to the Senior Program Engineer of Resilient Infrastructure Standards, the Resiliency Engineer will be focused on developing resilient infrastructure standards and policies, to be employed in the design, construction and maintenance of municipal infrastructure, as well as executing related strategic capital projects in the planning stage. These may pertain to storm water management, impacts of land development, flooding, coastal erosion, sea level rise, increased freeze / thaw, and other climate hazards. Program Engineers are also responsible for leading assignments and mentoring technical and junior staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads and performs advanced-level professional work and provides technical assistance and information to staff and the public related to a broad range of Engineering matters
• Acts as subject matter expert on engineering matters, and liaise between citizens, government agencies, developers and elected officials
• Researches, analyses, and prepares detailed reports, terms of reference, request for proposals, policies and procedures, correspondence, and briefs; and makes recommendations and presentations to Boards, Committees and Council
• Prepares and maintains technical standards, guidelines, and regulations, and represents the municipality on various technical committees or initiatives
• Directs and coordinates technical employees, multi-disciplinary teams, consultants, in partnership with stakeholders, in the preparation of policy, studies, designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates and project budgets in varied areas of expertise (i.e., Development Review, Community Planning, Regional Planning, Infrastructure Planning, Development Charges, and Transportation Planning)
• Acts as witness in legal proceedings as necessary and provides expert advice at the Utility and Review Board and Court
• Identifies emerging trends, policies and best practices from other jurisdictions and makes recommendations on business unit policies and procedures related to planning and development programs or strategic corporate initiatives
• Monitors effectiveness of existing policies, business processes and regulations and makes recommendations for improvements as necessary
• Provides professional advice and mentorship to other engineers and technicians
• Develops and maintains infrastructure policy and standards, monitors policy and regulatory changes within HRM and other agencies, and monitors and reports on infrastructure related cost of growth
• Core duties will involve one or more of the following:
• Evaluates development applications such as subdivision approvals, site plan approvals, planning applications and development agreements for engineering compliance with technical standards, design guidelines, construction standards, and professional practice guidelines
• Provides engineering advice on community and regional planning matters
• Programs and manages strategic capital projects either in-house or with external partners/ agencies, and act as Project Liaison with other divisions and/or departments during design, construction, and commissioning, identify project risk factors, and develop appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil engineering.
• Membership in Engineers NS.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related and progressive experience in municipal engineering, preferably in land development, municipal engineering, or water resources
• Management and supervisory experience is considered an asset.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal engineering with an in-depth knowledge of one or more areas specialization, such as land development, transportation planning, transportation demand modelling, construction methods, climate change adaptation, infrastructure planning, and engineering standards.
• Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal government regulations and programs.
• General knowledge of the legislative framework and community context under which land use planning law operates and the rights of land owners, neighborhoods and communities.
• Strong written and verbal communications and strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well- defined practical problems.
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously, independently or in a team environment.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Customer Service, Developing Others, Decision Making, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork & Cooperation, Values & Ethics, Valuing Diversity

WORK STATUS: Term up to 12 months, Full-time.

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, flexibility required as needed. Flex options to work outside of these hours and hybrid may be available

SALARY: Non-Union, Eng 1-2, $71,407 - $117,584 Salary will be determined based on relevant experience & qualifications related to the specified pay band/job.Placement above the midpoint of the pay band is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the minimum qualifications,such as those with exceptional experience,specialized skills,or demonstrated achievements relevant to the role.This ensures fair & consistent compensation practices across the organization

WORK LOCATION: 5251 Duke St., 3rd Floor, Halifax

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2026