Job Description

Division: Transportation and Construction

Department: Technical Services

Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.

Closing Date: 11/28/2025

Labour Group: SCMMA

Posting: 4743

Job Summary

This position assists in leading a diverse team of staff that delivers programs for the operation and maintenance of the City's municipal infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities

Supervises, trains and directs the activities of technical and non-technical staff. Monitors, evaluates and reports the performance of support staff. Establish, develop and implement training requirements and provide training, coaching and development of employees. Plans, designs, schedules and manages engineering work related to operation and maintenance of the City's municipal infrastructure, including preparation of yearly operating budget projections for area. Prepares detailed designs and selects materials, supervises the drafting of plans, prepares specifications and tender documents. Obtains approvals from regulatory agencies, prepares cost estimates, reviews tenders and prepares recommendations, provides contract administration and ensures compliance with civic and provincial safety regulations. Establishes, develops and recommends business strategies and policies to provide the most cost efficient delivery of programs. Prepares regular and comprehensive progress and financial status reports, prepares written reports for infrastructure preservation, maintenance and operations. Compiles policy, procedure and quality standards manuals. Plans, directs and administers the collection and analysis of data related to the condition and capacity of infrastructure systems. Conducts the analysis of operating problems and develops and recommends solutions. Reviews, monitors and assess performance outputs to meet documented level of service standards, operational procedures, and occupational health and safety procedures. Investigates, evaluates and recommends acceptance of new or alternate technologies. Research and develop operational policies and is responsible for coordinating and monitoring these policies. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

A degree in engineering and registered or eligible for registration as a professional engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) OR registered as an engineering licensee with appropriate scope of practice with APEGS. Four to six years' progressively responsible professional engineering experience in a municipal or similar environment including two years of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of municipal engineering. Thorough knowledge of quality assurance and quality control practices. Considerable knowledge of the corporate safety policy, collective agreements, letters of understanding, Provincial occupational health and safety regulations, legislation and applicable bylaws, engineering standards and specifications. Knowledge of asset management principles. Ability to identify, analyse and resolve problems with minimal supervision. Ability to use various software packages such as databases and custom software packages (e.g. Maintenance Management software). Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, staff, representatives of other agencies, and the public. Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence. Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Weekly Hours:

36.67

Salary Range:

$86,211.84 to $101,175.60 CAD

per annum

(2023 rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) "the good life", for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City