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Manager, Engineering Services

Regional District Of Central Okanagan
Kelowna, BC, CAN
$110.2K-$134.7K a year
Full-time
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Are you a progressive leader with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills? Do you have the ability to think strategically, solve complex problems and balance multiple priorities?

If so, we want you on our Development & Engineering Services Team!

As the successful candidate, as Manager, Engineering Services, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations for wastewater treatment, septage treatment, waste collection, waste reduction, waste transfer, and water distribution facilities as well as the mosquito control program.

This position reports to the Associate Director, Engineering Services.

In your role, you will :

Report to the Associate Director, Engineering Services on matters relating to the operation and management of Engineering Services facilities, programs, projects, and personnel.

Consistently evaluate performance against budgets to ensure service is delivered in an efficient and fiscally responsible manner.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment that encourages professional growth and a respectful workplace.
  • Participate in strategic planning and establishing departmental workplans and goals, budgeting and use of software systems as they relate to the utility systems monitoring and compliance
  • Under the direction of the Associate Director, Engineering Services, manage engineering projects throughout the lifecycle including defining project scope, funding sources, scheduling, project start-up, permits and engineering management processes.
  • Administer various contracts pertaining to liquid and solid waste management services including contract preparation, negotiation, relationship management, conflict resolution, and ensuring contract compliance.
  • Provide professional advice through the preparation of reports and business cases for the Associate Director, Engineering Services.

On occasion, present reports to the Regional Board and its Committees, and member municipalities.

  • Act as a staff resource to Board Committees on Engineering Services and programs.
  • Advise on policies and procedures for all applicable programs required to achieve compliance with regulations relating to public health, employee safety, environmental impacts, water systems, wastewater facilities and solid waste operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

As the ideal candidate, you will have a degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience.

You will have strong leadership and excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively time manage project deadlines while balancing multiple priorities.

Strong proficiency in MS Outlook including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is a must.

This is an exempt position that has a salary range of $110,237 - $122,486 - $134,734. It is the RDCO's philosophy to pay in the middle of the range for a fully qualified applicant.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan offers a variety of perks from competitive compensation, dental, health and vision benefits, paid vacation, pension plan, training and development, opportunities for advancement, work-life balance, on-site parking, and the opportunity to contribute and make a change within the community.

View the full job description and apply at rdco / jobs by December 1, 2024.

About the Regional District of Central Okanagan

We acknowledge our presence on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land) of the syilx / Okanagan people who have resided here since time immemorial.

The RDCO recognizes, honours, and respects the syilx / Okanagan lands upon which we live, work, and play.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is made up of a dedicated team of people who care about the community we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes benefits, Municipal Pension Plan and professional development.

We are located in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. The appeal of Okanagan Lake and the natural beauty of the surroundings continue to draw people to the valley.

Our lifestyle is second to none especially for those who live to enjoy the outdoors.

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