2026-70
MANAGER OF ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT(1 vacancy)Reporting to: City Engineer
Department: Engineering Department
Classification: PERMANENT Full Time; Non-Union
Salary Range: $123,065.69 to $146,573.29
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: No later than
4:00 p.m. September 23, 2026Duties and Responsibilities:- Direct future development by working with the City Engineer in completion of Development Charges Background Studies, Secondary Studies and Municipal Class Environmental Assessments necessary to facilitate expansion and development to meet the needs of anticipated future growth.
- Oversee development by reviewing and approving of Draft Plan of Subdivision applications and work with Developers and other government agencies to ensure that proposed development meets engineering standards and provides logical and planned growth. Liaison with County of Oxford PW Staff as necessary to ensure adequate servicing to accommodate growth and efficient timing of projects.
- Responsible for the completion of special projects, prepare capital budgets for various growth-related city projects such as city developed industrial parks for approval by City Engineer and CAO, responsible to act as Project Manager and Construction Administrator to oversee growth and development projects from initial design to construction completion.
- Responsible for developing capital budgets for streetlights, former landfill properties/methane collection systems and SWM facilities. Working with Asset Manager to develop annual and long-term maintenance and capital program and budget accordingly. Writing RFPs for completion of Council approved projects. Overseeing and mentoring the Development Engineer in the management of these capital projects.
- Assist the Manager of Municipal Infrastructure with the road reconstruction program by reviewing construction plans and contracts prior to tender as part of a QA/QC program, mentoring and advising Design Technicians as needed with technical issues.
- Write reports to City Council on various subjects, liaise with other City departments and Oxford County and other regulatory agencies to provide engineering assistance as required; and may actively represent the Engineering department as the management member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
- Supervise and assist with development review for subdivisions, site plans and other planning processes from an engineering perspective, develop subdivision agreements and development guidelines.
- Manage growth related capital projects (planning and budgeting, design, tendering, construction administration, project closeout, etc.) Attend site meetings and inspections, review and approve progress payments, negotiate Change Orders and claims, review and approve plans and contracts for tendering, review bids and recommend award to Council if necessary, prepares annual budgets and forecasting for large growth or special capital projects, prepares council reports for award of construction contracts as required.
- Communicate and interact with public, developers and contractors in a professional manner to address various concerns regarding grading, state of infrastructure or issues during construction. Maintain a positive image of the City of Woodstock.
- Assist with forecasting future work and associated follow up work including attending public meetings. preparation of secondary plans, EAs, development/cost sharing agreements, review and approval of studies and plans associated with new development.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:Essential
- University Degree in Civil Engineering & P. Eng. designation.
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of closely related municipal engineering experience.
- Proficient skills in a computerized environment to enhance service delivery and efficiency, emphasizing technical proficiency, adaptability, workflow efficiency, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and public relation skills with particular emphasis on the ability to explain technical data to non-technical audience.
- Working knowledge of planning processes, and contract administration.
- Flexibility and commitment to adapt to evolving and emerging technologies and changing practices and regulations.
- Ability to work under pressure, with conflicting priorities in a fast paced, demanding environment, while focusing on "big picture" activities.
- Commitment to Health & Safety and Regulatory Compliance.
- Requires a valid "G" Ontario driver's license.
Preferred
- Knowledge of engineering principles, construction practices, contract law and current provincial and municipal engineering design standards to apply to work tasks.
- Identify and engage new strategies, methodologies & technologies to provide more efficient and cost-effective approaches.
- Ability to liaise with various city departments and influence decisions related to rehabilitation, shape the future.
- Ability to determine priorities and manage time effectively.
- Superior leadership skills but not limited to communication, interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.
- Superior tact and diplomacy skills; demonstrated ability to facilitate communication with a broad spectrum of stakeholders including but not limited to elected officials, public, government agencies and all team members.
- Knowledge and experience with applicable legislation, standards, documentation and regulatory processes including Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Protection Act, American Water Works Association Standards, Construction Act, Transport Canada Rail Safety Legislation.
Working Conditions:- Usual office conditions.
- Subject to frequent interruptions.
- Works regular office hours, overtime and on-call as required.
Please note: Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.
We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at https://cityofwoodstock.applytojob.com/
We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
