City of Vancouver’s Engineering Services Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Civil engineer II. City of Vancouver’s Engineering Services Department manages infrastructure development and maintenance within the municipality. By employing sustainable practices and innovative solutions, this department contributes to Vancouver’s reputation as a progressive and livable city, enhancing its attractiveness to residents and businesses alike. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

Job Description:

Employer Name: City of Vancouver
Department: Engineering Services (1300)
Position: Civil engineer II – Solid waste senior engineer
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $106345.00 to $132936.00 annually
Employment Type: Regular/Full Time
Affiliation: Exempt
Location: 453 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1V4, Canada
Requisition ID: 40496

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Post-secondary Degree in Applied Science or Engineering (Civil or Environmental preferred)
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 8 years’ experience, preferably within or related to the public sector, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should demonstrate the ability to independently manage large workloads, set priorities, and multitask effectively

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should be registered as a Professional Engineer in BC, with previous education and/or experience in municipal solid waste management, public works programs, project management, and/or program and policy development
• The candidates should have previous experience in supervising technical and support staff in a union environment, along with technical and financial analytical knowledge for assessing/defining needs and objectives, complex problem-solving, critical analysis, and strategic thinking
• The candidates should demonstrate experience in project initiation, scoping, development, and management related to consulting, contracting, capital, and operating projects, including all aspects of budgeting
• The candidates should possess the ability to successfully manage projects and programs, including budget management and excel in multi-stakeholder project team coordination, interest-based problem-solving, and consensus building
• The candidates should exhibit skills in leading, managing, and supervising technical support staff, including hiring, mentoring, training, motivating, conflict resolution, performance management, discipline, and grievance management
• The candidates should have skills in building and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, outside agencies, staff, and operations
• The candidates should have strong interpersonal, written, communication, and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication, report writing, and presentation skills
• The candidates should show a demonstrated ability to apply Project Management methodologies and working knowledge of EGBC’s Quality Management processes or other quality management frameworks

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to oversee a variety of programs and projects to help achieve the City’s Zero Waste and Public Realm Cleanliness goals and provide solid waste guidance and advice on policies, community plans, rezonings, development applications, and solid waste systems
• The candidates should be able to oversee key focus areas including public realm cleanliness and recycling initiatives, the Street Cleaning grant program, supervision and leadership to the Clean Streets Team (education/enforcement program), and supporting Sanitation Operations
• The candidates should be able to lead/support a variety of new and existing programs/processes, such as the expansion of public realm cleanliness and recycling infrastructure and programs, the annual Street Cleaning Grant program, an improved dumpster strategy, and Zero Waste 2040 implementation
• The candidates should be able to develop and recommend practical, cost-effective strategic and long-range plans, as well as participate in operating and capital budget development/review/analysis/forecasts
• The candidates should be able to provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to staff, including hiring, work planning, assigning responsibilities, prioritizing and reviewing work, performance evaluation and management, attendance management, coaching, and mentoring
• The candidates should be able to collaborate on cross-departmental projects/initiatives and strengthen relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, representing the City on external working groups
• The candidates should be able to prepare reports, memos, presentations, and present to Council, committees, and senior management, and respond to inquiries internally from other City departments and externally from businesses, media, and the general public
• The candidates should be able to manage various capital/operating projects/programs and associated budgets, including coordinating the work of consultants
• The candidates should be able to oversee and assess metrics/trends/recommendations brought forward by junior staff, provide direction/support to implement changes or new systems, and ensure quality management processes are applied on projects/programs as required
• The candidates should be able to develop technical specifications, evaluate proposals, tenders, and business cases for technologies, labor, materials, and professional services, and provide coverage for the Branch Manager and other senior staff as needed

How to apply:

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