Manager of Engineering and Construction

Overview

At the City of St. Catharines, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place that fits. Here, your work means something — where you can see the impact, feel the pride, and know you’re a part of something bigger. You’ll be trusted to do your job, backed by people who care, and part of a team that shows up for each other. There’s flexibility when it counts, and a real understanding that life doesn’t stop when the workday starts. With pay you can count on, great benefits, and a pension that helps you plan ahead — you’ve got more than a job. You’ve got the space to grow, the balance you need, and a place that gets it. It feels different — because it is.

About The Role

Under the general direction of the Director / City Engineer, the Manager, Engineering and Construction supervises union and non-union employees in the positions of Design and Construction Engineer, Project Manager, Project Supervisor, Project Technologist, Construction Inspectors, Ontario Land Surveyor, and the Survey field and office staff and is responsible for all aspects of the Engineering and Construction including activities, expenditures, staff, and interactions with the internal and external stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage the Engineering and Construction division which includes the planning, co-ordination, execution and administration of all capital construction projects (excluding Facilities), preventative maintenance contracts, engineering studies and infrastructure masterplans.
• Oversee staffing and budget responsibilities within the division.
• Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders, including the utility companies, government agencies, Committees of Council, other City departments, residents and businesses in order to effectively deliver the division’s workplan.
• Monitor and assess infrastructure needs of the City through capital plan forecasting and prepare and deliver the appropriate annual budgets and long-term forecasts in accordance with the various corporate masterplans and strategic plans.
• Approve, monitor and report on the performance of divisional budgets.
• Formulate terms of reference and requests for proposals firms for various studies, assignments and / or projects.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on the acceptance of tenders, requests for proposals and other public procurements to the Director / City Engineer.
• Evaluate consultant work and advise on contract terms and fulfillment.
• Oversee the approval of designs, specifications, tenders and contract documents, and development agreements to ensure all engineering requirements and servicing costs are properly documented to protect the Corporation’s interest.
• Review engineering standards, policies, and procedures, and make recommendations to the Director / City Engineer, and ultimately City Council.
• Provide technical guidance to other City departments as it relates to infrastructure and land needs.
• Manage and provide guidance to assigned staff on technical and administrative concerns.
• Ensure all work carried out by the division is in compliance with Engineering Best Practices and in accordance with all applicable regulations, codes and standards.
• Provide full support to the Director / City Engineer, including filling in during absences as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Additional Information

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and education levels to apply. While specific qualifications may be required for certain roles, we assess each applicant’s overall suitability. Please note that unionized roles are subject to collective agreement requirements.

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at hrreps@stcatharines.ca.

Application Process

To ensure transparency and fairness, all applications must be submitted online through our application portal. Please keep your contact information up to date and regularly check your spam and junk email folders, as important communications may be directed there.

Interviews and Assessments

Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and / or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

Use of AI

The City of St. Catharines does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in any part of the recruitment process.

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