Program Manager, Infrastructure Planning and Studies
Job Description:
Program Manager, Infrastructure Planning and Studies
Public Works – Water & Wastewater
Status: Regular Full TimeSalary Range: $110,870 to $138,589 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)
Work Mode: Hybrid; Minimum of 2 days on-site which can increase based on operational needs *see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ON
Hours of work: 35 Hours per week
Who we are: Infrastructure Planning, Partnerships and Compliance helps achieve our mission of "Providing Clean Water for Life" by protecting and managing our water resources, planning new water and wastewater infrastructure to meet growth demands, asset management planning to maintain the existing $26 Billion infrastructure in a state of good repair, planning and supporting water and wastewater regulatory compliance and quality management systems.We build and manage strategic partnerships with the Local Municipalities, Ontario Clean Water Agency, Conservation Authorities, and other municipalities and external agencies
In this role you will Supervise a team of 4 Advisors, Water and Wastewater Hydraulic Modelling, 1 Project Manager and 2 Technical students.
What you will do in this role:
- You will be responsible for leading the hydraulic modeling team and providing water and wastewater hydraulic modeling services
- Lead the team managing decision support systems and data management
- Leads vulnerability and risk assessment studies of Region’s water/wastewater Transmission/Collection system
- Lead infrastructure design reviews related to reduction of Wastewater Inflow and Infiltration program and Water service/pressure improvements
- Key member supporting the development of the Region’s Water Program Capital Budget forecasting for future infrastructure, state of good repair and Feasibility Studies
- Identify and initiates new business requirements to improve current practices and better assess infrastructure needs. Keeps continually educated on emerging technologies and changing regulations
- Provide frontline supervision, coaching, mentoring and resolve team conflicts
- Responsible for providing support through data, GIS and hydraulic modeling in identifying, developing water program infrastructure budgets and identifying asset management needs
- Leads the development and management of the flow monitoring program and rainfall monitoring
- Provides direct supervision to the hydraulic modeling team, data
- Leads project teams provide data and support to the team that conduct Environmental Assessments, Feasibility, SOGR, and Water technology studies to support water program initiatives
- Review and implement new and existing business processes within the water and wastewater data management program
- Monitor and ensure technical application tools for the section are adequate and provide the necessary service to internal stakeholders
- Build sustainable relationships with internal and external stakeholders and resolve enquiries
What the role requires:
- University Degree/College degree in Civil Engineering, Geo Science or Earth Sciences, plus 5 years of relevant experience. P. Eng and PMP preferred
- Leadership skills to lead project teams ability to delegate work, coordinate logistics and develop short and long terms plans/strategies to meet projects deliverables
- Strong technical knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure and related functions
- Fundamental knowledge of leading edge internal audit and risk management theories and methodologies
- Experience developing long term strategies for infrastructure planning and funding
- Financial aptitude and understanding of business/financial analyses for project deliverables
- Interpretation of legislation related to water infrastructure design and construction, Ministry assessments and official and Master Plans
- Project/program management skills to work in collaboration with approval agencies and achieve consensus on project components/recommendations management of consultants
- Combination of education and experience may be considered
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written to present project recommendations to senior management, Council, approval agencies and at public information meetings
- Proficient computer skills including MS Office, GIS applications
- Previous leadership experience
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology
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About Us:
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking.At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information:
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available.Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users.As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.