Engineering Supervisor

The Blue Mountains

• $103K — $121K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field with P.Eng or CET designation.
  • Minimum of 5 years of municipal infrastructure design, construction inspection, and project management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of personnel supervision, training, and safety practices.
  • Membership in professional organizations to enhance industry knowledge.
  • Proven ability to analyze engineering issues and provide technical direction.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and mentor engineering staff, ensuring effective onboarding and training.
  • Monitor workflow performance and manage resource allocation for development activities.
  • Lead engineering reviews of development applications, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Coordinate the delivery of growth-related infrastructure projects and oversee technical compliance.
  • Manage project administration, including procurement and contract oversight.
  • Facilitate stakeholder engagement and resolve technical issues professionally.
  • Prepare technical reports and assist in budget planning and resource allocation.

Benefits

  • Perks & Discounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Health & Dental Benefits
  • OMERS pension plan
  • Work / Life Flexibility
  • Professional Development & Education Opportunities
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, the Engineering Supervisor provides technical leadership and supervision within the Town's Engineering Division, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and timely engineering review of development applications. The position leads the design compliance and quality assurance functions for engineering deliverables and coordinates growth-related infrastructure initiatives, ensuring alignment between development requirements, capital planning, and municipal infrastructure delivery. The Supervisor assists the Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Division and acts in their absence as required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervision and Operational Leadership
  • Supervise, mentor, and support Engineering staff, including onboarding, training, and performance management.
  • Coordinate and prioritize divisional workflows, including development review activities and infrastructure-related work.
  • Monitor workflow performance and manage resource allocation, including tracking development files and capital-related activities, and adjusting as required to meet service levels.
  • Analyze data to support program budgeting, resourcing, and development-related financial considerations.
  • Identify and implement improvements to processes, procedures, and service delivery.

Development Review and Design Compliance
  • Lead and oversee engineering review of development applications, including subdivisions, site plans, and condominiums, ensuring compliance with municipal standards and applicable legislation.
  • Ensure detailed engineering review of development submissions, including servicing design, calculations, modelling, and construction coordination, to confirm compliance with municipal standards and approved conditions.
  • Provide quality assurance and control on development engineering deliverables, including comments, reports, agreements, and approvals, including securities, certificates, and assumption processes.
  • Ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness in technical reviews and recommendations.
  • Confirm servicing capacity and identify infrastructure upgrades required to support development proposals.

Infrastructure Coordination and Capital Support
  • Coordinate and support the delivery of growth-related infrastructure projects arising from development approvals and municipal requirements, in coordination with the Manager's direction and approved capital plans.
  • Provide technical oversight and coordination for infrastructure works, including projects initiated by the Town or through developer obligations.
  • Support coordination of design and construction requirements for infrastructure works associated with development, including review of drawings, specifications, and project sequencing.
  • Liaise with internal departments and Engineering Project Managers to support alignment, scheduling, and delivery of infrastructure projects.
  • Monitor assigned project activities, timelines, and budget performance, and escalate risks or issues as required.

Project Management and Contract Administration
  • Undertake project management, including procurement support, contract administration, change order review, and construction oversight for development-related infrastructure works, including projects in Default status.
  • Assist in procurement processes, preparation of contract documents, and administration of consultant and construction contracts.
  • Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with approved designs, standards, and contractual requirements.

Stakeholder Coordination
  • Coordinate meetings and engagement with internal staff, developers, consultants, agencies, and the public on engineering matters.
  • Support resolution of technical issues and stakeholder concerns in a professional and consistent manner.

Technical Support and Reporting
  • Assist in the preparation of technical reports, studies, and presentations for senior management and Council.
  • Support the Manager in budget planning, forecasting, and resource allocation.
  • Maintain current knowledge of industry standards, technologies, and best practices.

Compliance and Health & Safety
  • Ensure adherence to municipal policies, applicable legislation, and health and safety requirements.
  • Promote a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.

What you will need:
  • Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field with a designation as a P.Eng or CET. Preference for CET with eligibility to apply for a limited license for municipal engineering work from Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
  • Minimum of 5 (five) years of practical and progressive design, costing, construction inspection, and approval experience related to municipal infrastructure with progressive more substantial project management and contract administration skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of the principles of personnel supervision, training, and evaluation, in addition to safe work practices.
  • Membership in other professional bodies/organizations (OSPE, MEA, etc.) to maintain an active professional network and enhanced knowledge of industry trends.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate and provide technical direction, leadership, and guidance in the planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure projects.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex engineering issues, problem solve, and apply sound judgment in a municipal environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive technical reports related to municipal infrastructure and development projects.
  • Experience with the coordination of infrastructure works, including liaising with internal departments, consultants, developers, and regulatory agencies.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, GIS, and hydraulic modeling software.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Planning Act and development approval processes is considered an asset.

What we offer:

This is a full-time permanent opportunity to fill an existing vacancy at the Town. The annual salary range for this role is $103,644.77 - $121,231.94 (2026 Rate). The Town also offers the following to our employees:
  • Perks & Discounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Health & Dental Benefits
  • OMERS
  • Work / Life Flexibility
  • Professional Development & Education Opportunities


The submission deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on October 16, 2026.

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