Job Description

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Superintendent - Engineering (Planning)
Permanent, Full-Time, On-Site
Join a team that helps shape one of Alberta's most vibrant and evolving communities. As Superintendent - Engineering (Planning), you'll lead a team of professional engineers and technologists who guide the delivery of engineering services that directly support community planning, subdivision design, and infrastructure development. If you're passionate about land development, municipal servicing, and leading people, this is a chance to leave a lasting mark on the city's future growth and sustainability.
The Superintendent - Engineering (Planning) is an on-site position located in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Relocation Assistance is available for the successful candidate. We're a community-minded city with an entrepreneurial spirit and a vibrant industrial history. Medicine Hat is Canada's sunniest city; spring starts early, and summer stretches out a little further, with an average of 330 days of sunshine per year. With a diverse range of cultural experiences, beautiful parks, and a sunny four-season climate, Medicine Hat is a place where you can truly feel at home. Explore the unique opportunities that make our city a great place to live, work, learn and play.
Your key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision, leadership, and mentorship to a team of five direct reports and one indirect report focused on engineering support for development applications, subdivision design, municipal servicing, and capital planning.
• Manage the engineering review and approval process for development proposals, from preliminary concepts to detailed designs and construction, ensuring all work aligns with municipal standards, legislation, and best practices.
• Coordinate with internal departments (like Environmental Utilities, Transportation, and Parks), external consultants, developers, and regional partners to ensure well-integrated, forward-thinking community design.
• Conduct technical reviews, engineering analysis, cost estimates, and feasibility studies; prepare and manage tenders, service agreements, and functional servicing reports.
• Interpret, update, and enforce City standards, bylaws, and specifications related to engineering design and construction.
• Represent the department in meetings with developers, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure transparency, technical accuracy, and a solutions-focused approach to development challenges.
• Support long-range infrastructure planning by identifying risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities tied to off-site levies, asset management, and lifecycle costing.
• Foster a collaborative, professional, and high-performing team culture through training, coaching, and performance development.

• Deep knowledge of civil engineering principles, including design and servicing for stormwater, water and wastewater systems, road networks, and subdivision infrastructure.
• Familiarity with municipal planning processes and land development legislation, including Alberta's Municipal Government Act and Off-Site Levy regulations.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams in a public-sector or consulting environment, with the ability to manage competing deadlines, mentor staff, and hold team members accountable.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide sound recommendations on complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships with internal staff, developers, consultants, and the public.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD), and GIS-based systems, with a willingness to learn new platforms and tools as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA, or eligibility to register.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil or municipal engineering, including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

• Make a Difference: Contribute to the growth and development of our employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with passionate professionals dedicated to achieving excellence and driving positive change.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing training, development programs, and advancement opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Competitive benefits package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive base salary, health, dental, retirement plans and more.
• Competitive rate of pay: Starting at $108,100.00 /year
• Relocation assistance available