Competition No. 2024-39

Manager of Sustainable Infrastructure

Regular, Full-Time (Exempt)

About Us

Nestled between the Strait of Georgia and the Sechelt Inlet, Sechelt is a charming seaside community of approximately ten thousand people. We are grateful to live, work and play on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. Known for our beautiful beaches, hiking, biking trails and outdoor recreation, Sechelt embodies the laid-back spirit of the west coast lifestyle. Our community has a vibrant arts and culture scene that attracts visitors and residents to our festivals and events year-round. Just a scenic 40-minute ferry ride away from the Lower Mainland, Sechelt offers the perfect blend of quaint small-town feel with easy accessibility to the draws of the city.

Nature of the Position

Reporting to the Director of Engineering and Operations, the Manager of Sustainable Infrastructure unifies a team of technical professionals behind the goal of delivering exceptional public service the implementation of design and the execution of projects.

This leadership role is responsible foroverseeing the review and approval of development servicing submissions; the development and execution of policies, studies, and master plans related to infrastructure; and the management of capital infrastructure projects while ensuring accordance with District of Sechelt standards, applicable legislation and engineering practices.

Required Competencies

The incumbent will hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and be a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of British Columbia (or be eligible for registration as a P.Eng. in BC). A minimum of five years’ experience in municipal engineering, with progressively increasing responsibilities, is required, as is a valid class five driver’s license.

Successful applicants will have professional, intuitive communication and interpersonal skills needed to dialogue with staff, Council, taxpayers, developers and other stakeholders. This dynamic leadership role also requires a motivated self-starter with effective organizational, and time management skills; as well as demonstrated leadership abilities and attention to detail.

The incumbent will have a high degree of technical aptitude including the ability to understand survey information, interpret engineering plans, and carry out site visits; extensive knowledge of MMCD, municipal engineering principles, standards and methods, and the applicable engineering policies, procedures, standards, and bylaws; and be able to interpret, implement and adhere to the District’s organizational policies and procedures. The role also requires technical proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and proficiency in specific engineering modelling and drafting applications is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

This is a regular, full-time position, exempt from the bargaining unit. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday; however, a flexible work schedule is required to accommodate evening meetings. The salary range for this position is $111,558 – $124,581 per year, based on experience and qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits and pension package. Relocation assistance is available.

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.sechelt.ca/careers or submit a cover letter and resume to Lindsay Roberts, Director of Corporate and Community Services by email to: hr@sechelt.ca.

This competition will close at 4:30pm on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

The District would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.

The District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of B.C. (12.1)

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