Senior Engineer (Bridges & Structures)

Senior Engineer (Bridges & Structures)

 

Job Classification Title            SENIOR ENGINEER

Requisition #                           2313512 X

Division                                   Engineering & Construction Services

Section                                    Transportation Infrastructure

Work Location                         METRO HALL, 55 JOHN ST

Job Location                            Canada-Ontario-Toronto

Job Stream                              Engineering

Job Type                                  Temporary, Full-Time

Temporary Duration                 26.0  Months

Salary/Rate                               $102,029.20 - $119,883.40 / Year

Hours of Work (bi-weekly)        70.00

Shift Information                      Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation                                 Non-Union

Number of Positions Open      2

Posting Date                            01-Nov-2018

Expiry date                               16-Nov-2018

 

Job Description

 

Work for the City you Love

Toronto is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as a Senior Engineer – Bridges & Structures within our Engineering & Construction Services Division.

 

What are your key accountabilities?

In this role, you will be responsible for the review and administrative processing of construction proposals in support of SmartTrack and the Metrolinx Regional Express Rail (RER) Programs, and for providing technical guidance to ensure the effective interpretation and application of City standards, specifications and policies – from application until completion of construction. This includes managing service delivery to achieve organizational performance and quality standards and expectations, ensuring that engineering designs that modify, replace, or impact existing or new City bridge infrastructure conform to Division, cluster, and corporate standards and regulatory requirements.

Reporting to the Manager, Bridges, Structures and Expressways, the position will function within the following key competencies:

Technical Knowledge, Analysis & Consultation to apply expert knowledge of the Railway, Roadway and Bridge standards, legislation, rules, procedures and practices for all Metrolinx RER/SmartTrack project submissions and permit applications; to ensure submissions and designs comply with City standards; to review, identify/evaluate impacts, and provide technical expertise and recommendations for the resolution of infrastructure-related issues; and to comment on preliminary designs and draft contract language for procurement matters.

Project Management to manage high-profile capital projects and to perform site inspections and assessments of changed conditions on construction deliverables and advise Metrolinx RER/SmartTrack for necessary mitigation measures; to coordinate and conduct technical problem investigations and participate in conducting studies, analysis, surveys, research and development for effective solution of complex engineering problems; to participate in the development of complex cost-sharing arrangements through life cycle cost analysis for the construction of Metrolinx RER/SmartTrack municipal infrastructure; and to review Legal Agreements with Metrolinx RER/SmartTrack stakeholders for construction and cost-sharing of new and existing infrastructures.

Relationship Building & Stakeholder Engagement to establish and foster effective partnerships with other City divisions and intergovernmental colleagues, and with the public, stakeholders and Councillors; to represent the City at project and organizational meetings as a technical specialist with planners, administrators, and contractors and other external service providers; to coordinate input and partner with other units to discuss and resolve issues; and to provide superior client services in a professional, courteous and timely manner.

 

Who is our ideal candidate?

You are someone who demonstrates leadership in the planning and delivery of technical expertise related to the technical review, analysis and assessment of capital projects. Using your highly developed communication, consultation and interpersonal skills, you will be adept at establishing strong working relationships and collaborating with stakeholders (e.g. the public, Councillors, senior management, contractors, consultants, and colleagues), including agencies and other orders of government. Your capacity for collaboration, astute critical judgement and insight give you the ability to resolve conflicts, negotiate and achieve consensus among parties with differing objectives in a complex, multi-stakeholder and politically sensitive environment.

You bring highly developed planning, organizational and time management skills, enabling you to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Furthermore, your leadership enhances the standard of performance excellence in the Division and the organization. You make expert technical recommendations that maintain the public interest and further enhance the project deliverables.

Your technical industry knowledge and analytical skills enable you to continually provide strategic consultation to colleagues and stakeholders. You are able to read, interpret, and report on engineering plans, drawings, and specifications, using your in-depth knowledge of engineering principles and practices associated with the design and construction of bridges, tunnels, culverts and retaining walls.

Your familiarity with Federal and Provincial regulations and requirements related to bridges, roads and transit, and health and safety, including the Occupational Health & Safety Act, will be essential to the role. You have thorough knowledge of relevant policies, government legislation and regulations, including the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code, and AREMA Railway Design Code. Your knowledge of Ministry of Transportation, Metrolinx and City of Toronto design standards, directives and policies would be an asset.

As a leader, you are focused on championing a culture of equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces, you support excellence in public service and promote the best interests of the City of Toronto. You foster an organizational culture that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, transparency, accountability and trust, while promoting a strong code of ethics and integrity to support public service excellence.

 

Your application should describe:

1. A Professional Engineering licence and membership in good standing in Professional Engineers Ontario, or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario prior to the employment start date.
2. Considerable experience applying the principles of Engineering in the area of condition assessment, design, construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of bridges, structures and expressways for capital projects.
3. Considerable experience providing technical expertise/consultation to a variety of stakeholders (e.g. consultants, contractors, utility companies, internal project leads, etc.) in the review of engineering drawings for proposed bridge infrastructure, and in assessing the impact of proposed works on existing and planned municipal infrastructure.
4. Experience in reviewing/approving Legal Agreements for construction and cost-sharing of new and existing infrastructure.
5. Possession of a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence.

 

How to Apply:

For more information on these and other opportunities with the City of Toronto, visit us online at www.toronto.ca/jobs. To apply online, submit your resume, quoting File #2313512 X, by November 16, 2018.

 

Employment Equity

The City of Toronto is dedicated to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the residents we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic, inclusive and barrier-free environment. The City of Toronto is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, and women.

Accommodation:  If you are an individual who requires accommodation, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, to apply for this position, please email us at application.accommodation4@toronto.ca, quoting job ID #2313512 X and the job classification title.  The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughout its hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements for further details.