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The City of Victoria’s Sustainable Mobility Strategy, called GoVictoria, was adopted in 2019. It includes City’s values, policies and initiatives on mobility.

GoVictoria is a single mobility strategy based on the idea of interconnectedness of all mobility networks. This approach helps with more effective planning and decision across all areas of transportation.

Our ideal candidate has a passion for Transportation, interest and skills in working in with traffic and safety data. The role will help develop new tools for assessing and improving road safety.

• Participate in the collection of data for engineering projects and follow up on traffic safety concerns from residents
• Respond to questions from staff and outside agencies regarding city projects
• Research and analyze data, prepare reports such as summary of findings, draft reports, procedures and/or practices, and present to supervisor for feedback and/or next steps.
• Help with production, and updating of engineering drawings, maps, statistical reports and presentations.
• Inspect construction sites for design, specifications, and safety standards

POSITION FUNCTION

As an IMPACT Initiative Associate hired under the City of Victoria’s Inclusive Municipal Program for Advancing Careers and Training, you will be given meaningful and challenging assignments while being introduced to a career in municipal government. In this Associate position, you will assist with projects within a specific City department, contribute to the overall goals of the work unit, have job shadowing opportunities, and participate in educational experiences.

KEY DUTIES

• Collaborate closely and actively participate in feedback sessions with a supervisor to contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's operations.
• Utilize tools and software platforms under the direct guidance of your supervisor.
• Participate actively in the development and enhancement of projects aligned with the department's strategic goals.
• Provide valuable field and/or office support to support the successful execution of assigned projects.
• Collaborate with team members to facilitate shared learning and contribute to the evaluation and implementation of innovative solutions. Maintain detailed records of your work process, including any challenges encountered and problem-solving approaches employed.
• Collaborate with colleagues from different departments or teams on cross-functional projects to gain a broader perspective and develop a well-rounded skill set supporting your knowledge and success in a municipal career.
• Attend and actively participate in educational activities that enhance your knowledge and skills, aligning with IMPACT program objectives and the department's needs.

INDEPENDENCE

• Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed upon completion.
• Problems are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

• Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)

Mental Effort:

• Meet multiple deadlines. (occasional)

Visual/Auditory Effort:

• Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (occasional)

Work Environment:

• Office, may attend work sites. (occasional)

 KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Organize and prioritize work.  
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understand and carry out job related instructions.
• Ability to learn quickly and independently. 
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate records with attention to detail.  
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Eligible candidates must self-identify as one or several of the following:   

• Racialized
• Indigenous
• Black / African Descent
• Newcomer, immigrant or refugee (living in Canada for under five years)
• 2SLGBTQIA+
• Gender-diverse
• Person with disabilities / disabled
• Neuro-divergent

Individuals who are part of an equity-seeking and equity-deserving group that is not captured above are asked to include this in their application for consideration.

Applicants will be required to demonstrate how participation in the program would contribute to their career goals, particularly in relation to employment in the public sector.

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

• Have language proficiency in English (equivalent to Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 6).  

Experience:

• IMPACT Initiative Associates require at least 6 months of fundamental knowledge and practical experience related to tasks and responsibilities similar to those outlined in the position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Main Purpose and Function
The Engineering Assistant III is responsible for undertaking various duties related to the City of Vancouver’s role in planning and design of Rapid Transit projects including planning, design, research, analysis, technical, and administrative duties.  

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a senior engineer or senior planner, participate in the planning, design and implementation of projects of medium to high complexity related to Rapid Transit projects.
• Prepares research, technical studies, reports and presentations on topics of moderate complexity, including undertaking relevant field observations and notes and verifying the accuracy of the content.
• Under supervision of a senior engineer or senior planner, leads the development of conceptual geometric designs using AutoCAD, applying transportation planning and engineering principles to support the implementation of rapid transit projects.
• Internal and external communication to ensure that plans and designs are understood by other branches and stakeholders, and completed accordingly.
• Identifies data needs and performs moderately complex data analysis to support project decision making. Data sources include cycling and pedestrian volumes, demographics, vehicle volumes, transit ridership forecasting, ICBC collision records.
• Create maps, graphics, and presentations for public consultation and internal communication, including work with GIS software such as MapInfo or ArcGIS and graphic programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and PowerPoint.
• Organizes and sometimes leads meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs general administrative duties including data entry, taking meeting minutes, taking and organizing photos, and other administrative and/or clerical duties as required.
• Receives, organises and responds to public enquiries about transportation policies and active transportation projects.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented with post-secondary education in Civil Engineering technology, transportation or other relevant area of study, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of current transportation planning and engineering design principles and methods.
• Working knowledge of the City's transportation policies and networks, community planning process and land use
• Knowledge of the components of urban street design and an awareness of concepts such as Complete Streets and ability to apply related principles to conceptual designs.
• Skills in researching, mapping and analysing with ability to translate outcomes and complex concepts into accurate, easily understood graphics, presentations or reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including confidently interacting with the public through phone, email and in person.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external stakeholder groups/partners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and patience to deal tactfully with staff, partner agencies, and the public.
• Ability to work with relevant design guidelines, including TAC Geometric Design Guide for Canadian Roads, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to understand and carry oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret rezoning and development policies and by-laws.
• Ability to prepare technical presentations and reports on complex technical, policy and planning issues.
• Ability to work independently to produce quality materials and recommendations within tight timeframes, including the ability to plan, organize, set goals and outcomes, accomplish and measure objectives and results.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment with little or no supervision under tight deadlines, sometimes in the outdoors in inclement weather.
• Proficiency in the use of use professional design software and professional applications such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and GIS software (MapInfo and/or ArcGIS), Microsoft applications and VanDocs, VanMap, Sharepoint and SAP. 

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: July, 2025 

Position End Date: July, 2026

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.20 to $43.78 per hour

Application Close: June 6, 2025

Main Purpose & Function

The Structures team is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its asset management team to manage its portfolio of 45 bridges, 500 retaining walls, and other miscellaneous structures. This position will work closely with the Structures Section Head and lead a small team of engineers and support staff to work on the overarching bridge asset management strategy, short-, mid- and long-term asset management tasks, capital planning, emergency planning and response, managing external consultants (seismic assessments, rehabilitation design, and inspection programs), providing technical expertise to other branches and departments within the City, review of building developments for impacts to City infrastructure, and other tasks as required. The Senior Structural Engineer may also manage small construction projects related to the portfolio.

This position reports to the Structures Section Head in the Streets Design Branch and supervises a small team of professionals. The position also oversees and supports the work performed by Structural Engineers, Civil Engineers, Project Managers, Engineering Assistants, Planning Assistants, Data Specialists, and clerical staff either within the branch or cross departmentally when projects relate to Structures portfolio. 

The position works closely with a number of branches in Engineering, such as Street Operations, Development and Major Projects, Transportation, Green Infrastructure Implementation, Project Delivery Branch, and others. This position also works closely with other City Departments, such as Supply Chain Management, Legal, Parks, Real Estate and Facilities, and externally with various consultants, contractors, senior level partners, stakeholders, and clients.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Asset Management & Project Delivery:

• Develops strategic asset management and asset management plans for the bridge, seawall, retaining wall and slopes inventory.
• Manages the development and sustainment of comprehensive asset inspection programs.
• Develops, monitors and reports on key performance indicators pertaining to asset condition, and planned Capital maintenance, retrofit and rehabilitation.
• Maintains asset data and information through use of corporate systems, developed processes and procedures.
• Develops and manages capital maintenance programs to extend the service life of the bridge, seawall, retaining wall and slopes inventory and manages risks associated with each.
• Liaisons with Street Operations with regards to asset inspections (detailed and monitoring), assessments and repair works.
• Provides or coordinates design instructions and clarifications to address maintenance and rehabilitation issues as they arise.
• Collaborates with Street Operations to develop best tools and practices for planning, tracking, and completing the non-Capital maintenance work (including routine inspections) overseen by Street Operations.
• Develops capital rehabilitation and retrofit programs (from planning to implementation) to extend the service life of the bridge, seawall, retaining wall and slopes inventory and manages risks associated with each.
• Manages delivery of Level 1 and 2 projects/programs and the application of the departmental Quality Management System (QMS).
• Liaisons with Project Delivery Branch, external stakeholders, consultants and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manages many of the day-to-day operations related to project specific tasks.

Emergency Management and Response:

• Develops and oversees the Earthquake Response Plan (ERP).
• Develops and delivers annual training.
• Participates as a contributing team member for future corporate emergency exercise planning and activations.
• Acts as the lead Bridge Engineering Coordinator (BEC) at the Departmental Operations Center (DOC).      

Capital Planning:

• Supports the Structures Section Head in developing of long-, mid- and short term range capital planning.
• Develops and manages annual capital budgets, and funding applications.

Technical Advisory Services and Reviews:

• Provides technical leadership and guidance related to structural engineering and structural design standards.
• Oversees and advises on design projects involving external consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
• Provides technical reviews of external submissions (such as public art, development and utility management related reviews) and develops and oversees the creation of standardized processes, requirements and submission checklists to support these reviews.
• Manages the delivery of all technical reviews of development related project submissions.
• Acts as the Engineer of Record (EoR) on an infrequent basis by preparing minor like-for-like repair details or advising other branches on small curb, retaining wall or pole base designs, as required
• Accepts structural assets as they relate to street infrastructure.
• Assists with the review legal agreements, as required.
• Attends, participates in and/or supports Bid Committee and Council Meetings, as required.
• Attends and presents at CPDOC meetings, as required.
• Collaborates with Engineering Branches and other departments to help achieve complex program objectives, as required.
• Represents the City on other committees and asset management & sustainability working groups to achieve City-wide polities and objectives, as required.
• Provides assistance to municipal, provincial and federal government organizations relating to the City's practices in structures asset management, as required.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering with a Professional Engineer designation and minimum of 8 years of experience in structural consulting, construction management, project or program management, and asset management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience managing a team of professional and clerical staff.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of structural engineering design, including new construction, rehabilitation and retrofit designs for bridges, retaining walls, seawalls and building structures.
• Extensive knowledge of construction administration and project management for new construction, rehabilitation and retrofit construction projects.
• Knowledge of relevant and local engineering codes, standards, and regulations including seismic.
• Knowledge of bridge/structures inspection and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of lifecycle planning practices, including short- and long-term project, program and budget planning.
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies, processes, standards and policies and management of external consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of emergency response planning practices and emergency response training.
• Knowledge of municipal governments and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge and understanding of capital and financial management.
• Knowledge of management principles, policies and practices including recruitment and selection, leadership, performance, attendance management and collective agreements.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands.
• Skills in research, analysis, and problem-solving within a complex and dynamic environment.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate, engage and mentor staff.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to think innovatively, solve complex problems and present solutions in clear and compelling terms.
• Ability to influence others while respecting the sensitive and political challenges that impact decisions.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, and manage projects and programs crossing multiple divisions, multiple business processes and multiple stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects, programs and processes with competing schedules and resources.
• Ability to innovate, lead and implement change in the workplace.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: June, 2025 

Position Close Date: June, 2027 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111139 to $138924 per annum

Application Close:  May 27, 2025

Main Purpose and Function
The Civil Engineer I in the Sewers Design Branch provides engineering design, project management, contract management, and inspection services during the design and construction of sewer infrastructure projects, establishes sewers requirements for development proposals, and investigates sewer system and drainage problems. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes cost effective storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure design for construction by City or private crews 
• Provides project management of sewer and multi-disciplinary (sewer, water, streets) capital projects 
• Performs field reviews on  sewer assets to ensure compliance with sewer standards
• Reviews designs and/or tender documents for storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure capital designs 
• Schedules sewer capital projects in consultation with Sewer Operations staff
• Reviews CCTV inspection reports of sewer infrastructure 
• Prepares letters and media information related to sewer construction works
• Completes post construction evaluation of project closing task
• Investigates storm events and flooding locations and liaises with Sewer Operations, Risk Management and the public 
• Completes rezoning and development application reviews for sewer infrastructure requirements
• Provides direction to sewer staff for separating private property plumbing system and correcting improper plumbing connections
• Communicates and liaises with outside agencies, public, internal branches to discuss sewer system operation 
• Other duties/responsibility as assigned

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an Engineer-In-Training or Professional Engineer designation and minimum 0-2 years of related experience in municipal civil infrastructure design, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience (new graduates and EITs are encouraged to apply)
• Registration or eligibility for registration as an Engineer-In-Training or a Professional Engineer in British Columbia. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of engineering principles related to hydraulics, hydrology and rainwater management 
• Knowledge of Organizational Quality Management processes and frameworks
• Strong interpersonal, written communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and report writing 
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands 
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills 
• Demonstrated ability in utility design, construction and project management
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact
• Proficient in the use of computer design and modelling software such as PCSWMM, ArcGIS and AutoCAD

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: June, 2025 

Position End Date: December, 2025 

Salary Information (EIT): Pay Grade RNG-060: $75410 to $94253 per annum

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $97032 to $121294 per annum

Application Close: May 25, 2025

Main Purpose and Function
The Engineering Assistant III (EA III) is a part of a multi-disciplinary team that prepares GRI designs for construction in right-of-ways and other public spaces. The position focuses on drafting and drawing production and undertakes a variety of other duties including field work, research, and technical and administrative tasks in the Green Infrastructure Implementation Branch.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafts conceptual, intermediate, and final designs of moderate to higher complexity using AutoCAD.
• Assembles plan sets for various project stages including tendering and issues for final construction and post-construction as-built/record drawings.
• Performs construction site inspections, prepares field reports and supports the engineer of record and project manager with site instructions and change orders.
• Coordinates with stakeholders, engineers and senior staff to develop designs according to design standards and engineering principles.
• Prepares specification and contract packages and facilitate procurement.
• Updates green infrastructure asset data inventories and GIS as-built information.
• Produces and organizes project documentation as per Engineering Services Quality Management System.
• Prepares research, technical studies, reports and presentations on topics of moderate complexity, including undertaking relevant field observations and notes and verifying accuracy of the content.
• Acts as a technical liaison to partner groups, such as Development and Major Projects and other Engineering Services Branches.
• Supports the development and enhancement of City design guidelines, drafting standards and overall design consistency.
• Performs tasks related to green infrastructure monitoring, including data collection, data processing, and analysis. 
• Coordinates with contractors to direct inspections, maintenance, and construction work.
• Creates maps, graphics, and presentations for internal and external communication, including working with GIS software such as MapInfo or ArcGIS and graphic programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and PowerPoint.
• Performs general administrative duties including data entry, taking meeting minutes, taking and organizing photos, and procurement administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented with post-secondary education in engineering technology, transportation, or landscape architecture, plus considerable experience in a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of grading and drainage design and the principles of green infrastructure rainwater management.
• Moderate to highly skilled in AutoCAD with practical experience preparing AutoCAD construction drawings is required.
• Additional software skills in MapInfo, ArcGIS, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings, including an understanding of the components of typical construction plan sets and packages.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, with little or no supervision, under tight deadlines, and sometimes outdoors in inclement weather. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and external contacts.
• Ability to work with and provide input into branch process changes. 

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: May 2025 

Position End Date: July 2026 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.20 to $43.78 per hour

Application Close: April 20, 2025

The Streets Design GIS Technician performs the entry, update, and maintenance of GIS data as it relates to the City’s street infrastructure; this includes roads, sidewalks, bike lanes, pathways, seawalls, structures, etc. The GIS Technician interprets information captured on various paper as-built records and enter the data into the GIS using the Autodesk Topobase software. This position supports internal technical and operational staff.

This position requires GIS/CADD skills and a strong overall knowledge of GIS/CADD and municipal assets, in particular streets and sidewalks. Work is performed under supervision, with considerable independent judgment and action exercised in the technical aspects of the work.

This position reports directly to the Streets Design Asset Manager/Senior Engineer and works as part of a broader team of EIT’s, Civil Engineers, Planners, Project Managers, GIS Analysts and Engineering Assistants. Key contacts this position liaisons with are staff from other branches within Engineering Services, staff from Technology Services and GIS/CADD services, external utility companies, consultants, and contractors

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Gathers streets asset management data from a variety of sources and organizes the data to maximize the efficiency of entry into the City’s GIS system and MS Excel.
• Consults with appropriate subject matter experts to gain a full understanding of the data prior to entry into the system.
• Enters data in the City’s GIS system and MS Excel using appropriate procedures and adhering to business best practices as defined.
• Assists in managing, modifying and creating features in Topo-base (AutoCAD Map) and ArcGIS Pro
• Creates map layers and CADD resources in GIS applications
• Ensures work is carried out according to project schedules.
• Prepares and maintains detailed documentation as it relates to the GIS data entry process.
• Communicates with supervisor and senior leadership

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by completion of diploma in drafting, geographic information systems, computer based graphics or basic computer training, CAD and GIS courses at the vocational or technical school level and related work experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Sound work-related experience in working with GIS/CADD systems and related technology.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of geographic principles related to roads, sidewalks, bike lanes, pathways, seawalls and structures.
• Proficient in the use of ArcGIS Pro (managing features and geodatabase) and experience in the use of AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Considerable knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) concepts in a municipal environment and of their interaction with CAD systems and business processes.
• Some knowledge of the operations, procedures and policies of various city departments.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and self-starting skills.
• Ability to effectively collect, analyze and evaluate information required for GIS data entry.
• Ability to be able to interpret and follow policies and procedures related to GIS data entry.
• Ability to be able to work effectively and under pressure to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with changing and competing priorities with frequent interruptions within a multiple task environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good computer and data processing skills including applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Ability to create spreadsheets.
• Detail oriented ability to perform thorough, complete, and accurate work.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: March, 2025 

Position End Date: June, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.20 to $43.78 per hour

Application Close: February 23, 2025

Main Purpose & Function

The Project Engineer assists with the preparation and implementation of asset management plans and initiatives for the potable water system.

The position reports to the Civil Engineer II and works closely with other branches within Engineering Services. Key external contacts this position liaises with are government agencies, third party utility companies, Metro Vancouver, residents and businesses.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Asset Planning and Investigation

• Assists in the development and implementation of asset management strategies informing capital replacement and maintenance programs and identifies investment priorities
• Responsible for tracking water system performance and emerging trends, including leveraging asset and maintenance management data with statistical and spatial analysis
• Coordinates condition assessments of water system assets, including drafting and administering external requests for consultant and contractor support
• Evaluates resourcing requirements to support asset management, operational, maintenance and asset renewal goals, and supports Operations staff to streamline work processes for both capital and maintenance work
• Supports continual refinement of data collection and analysis to leverage value from existing water system assets
• Creates business cases to evaluate investment strategies for Waterworks operations, maintenance and asset renewal programs based on asset management concepts such as Levels of Service, Risk and Criticality, Lifecycle Cost Optimization, etc.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends implementation of best practices for asset management of drinking water distribution systems
• Represents the City and liaises with internal branches, outside agencies, Metro Vancouver, and utility companies regarding infrastructure projects
• Responds to correspondence or inquiries from outside agencies, the public and other branches regarding water system operation

Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Professional Engineer designation and minimum of four years’ related experience in municipal civil infrastructure design, construction and project management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Registration or eligibility for registration as Professional Engineer in British Columbia
• Experience in designing water distribution infrastructure and underground utilities

• Experience in developing and managing budgets for infrastructure capital works

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of engineering principles related to hydraulics, water resources, and industry best practices for water system operations
• Knowledge of infrastructure asset management principles
• Knowledge of Organizational Quality Management processes and frameworks
• Strong interpersonal, written communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and report writing
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to staff
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact
• Proficient in the use of computer design and modelling software such as InfoWater, ArcGIS and AutoCAD

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: March, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $97,032 to $121,294 per annum (PEng)/ Pay Grade RNG-060: $75,410 to $94,253 per annum (EIT)

Application Close: February 6, 2025

Main Purpose and Function
The Engineering Assistant II performs a variety of technical and clerical tasks related to processing Development, Building, and Street Use Permits. The work includes assisting with the review of plans and applications for residential and commercial sites to ensure departmental and by-law compliance, updating and coordinating site inspection records and documents, and performing field investigations to assess development site conditions.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Routes and tracks development plans within Engineering Services
• Receives and responds to inquiries from applicants and assesses complexity
• Sets up site folders for active construction sites
• Calculates various development fees 
• Reviews and interprets technical designs
• Estimates costs for smaller scaled assets 
• Reviews development and building plans
• Supports functions at the Engineering Client Services Counter
• Updates and maintains electronic databases 
• Provides general support to Development and Building Site Inspection sections
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by related technical courses or an equivalent combination of education and experience 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of relevant by-laws, codes, acts and regulations governing the work 
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to perform calculations based on technical drawings and fee schedules
• Ability to perform thorough, complete, and accurate work
• A working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook 
• Knowledge of electronic filing systems, such as VanDocs and POSSE
• Good writing skills to maintain accurate records 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with internal and external contacts
• Ability to research and analyse information to make technical recommendations
• Ability to work well in a team and business environment 
• Ability to work under tight timelines and handle multiple tasks 
• A current and valid BC driver’s license is preferred 
• Experience with GIS, AutoCAD and the City’s electronic permitting computer programs or related systems is an asset

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: January, 2025 

Position End Date: October, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-017: $31.66 to $37.20 per hour

Application Close: December 13, 2024

Main Purpose and Function

The Senior Electrical Engineer manages the delivery of annual electrical work and manages the Electrical Design team, including delivery of electrical drafting, design and engineering services. The position establishes and implements electrical technical specifications, standards and related work processes.

The position reports directly to the Associate Director, Electrical Design.  The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible to oversee the electrical design teams. This position is required to deliver timely, quality services to clients internal and external to the City of Vancouver, including but not exclusive to other sections within the Streets division, Electrical and Traffic Operations, Streets Activities, Sustainability and Utility Management Branch, Transportation Division, particularly the Traffic and Data Management branch and Transportation Design branch, other City Departments, and developers and consultants. The position also partners with external stakeholders with BIAs, BC Hydro, and Coast Mountain Bus Company.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Leads the Electrical Design staff in delivering on strategic objectives and the continuous improvement of services related to the City’s electrical infrastructure. 

Asset Management:

• Assists in prioritization, administration and execution of the electrical infrastructure capital plan (approx. $4M annually), working in partnership with the Divisional Asset Manager/Engineer and Operations
• Ensures asset management strategies and plans are established for all electrical infrastructure

Operations Management / Financial:

• Assist in managing operating budget
• Assist in managing the capital budget, ensuring work plans are executed in order to fully spend annual capital allocations in alignment with priorities and needs
• Develops budget requests to optimize asset management principles while aligning with City priorities
• Explores and implement more cost effective ways of delivering services

Human Resources:

• Oversees and directs the work plans of exempt and unionized staff, assigning and re-distributing duties as required to ensure the efficiency and optimization of staff work plans
• Develops, implements and monitors quality control processes and procedures for all services provided by the electrical design section (PGA and PMF)
• Adopts and implement HR processes, including but not limited to, attendance management program and performance management requirements
• Ensures adherence to fair and consistent practices in alignment with the collective agreements, the Branch Community Agreement and the City wide policies

Programs and work plans:

• Develops and implements program work plans
• Partners with the other branches (such as Traffic and Data Management, Transportation Design, Streets Activities, Streets Use Management, Utility Management, Sustainability Branch etc and provide resources to deliver design/review and construction services
• Oversees and directs the delivery of electrical capital projects including the design and construction phases, in accordance with the Engineering Project Management Framework
• Coordinates with internal and external customers to ensure that design services are provided in a timely and suitable manner, meeting project schedules
• Develops business cases and provides strategic analysis to new and emerging initiatives
• Ensures use and sustainment of corporate IT systems to manage information, including asset management, financial management 

Technical work:

• Establishes and maintains the City’s electrical specifications and drafting standards
• Ensures all necessary regulatory requirements are met related to Electrical design

• Leads technical resource for electrical design related to street lighting, Traffic Signals and power-related design
• Manages the technical staff to ensure delivery in accordance with standards, regulations and specifications
• Ensures the delivery of electrical design aligns with the design and construction standards and requirements
• Seal (as a P.Eng.) electrical designs generated under direct supervision.  Serves as Engineer of Record for electrical designs.
• Conducts internal Audits and lead and prepare the team for external Audits

Safety and Training:

• Ensure safety program and standards are in place and followed by staff
• Ensure Remote work Book is current and Requirements are met.
• Make sure check in, check out times and supervisory checks are performed

Continuous Improvement:

• Sets, tracks and analyzes operational performance goals and metrics, including costs and turnaround times as well as corporate green operations targets.
• Identifies industry best practices in electrical design specifications and capital program delivery, and implement within section
• Engages staff, management, clients and partner departments about how Electrical design can improve and better serve stakeholders
• Provides ongoing review and decision making with respect to staffing and employee engagement

City Representation:

• Participates and partners with other government, public and private organizations related to the City’s practices with electrical design
• Prepares and presents Council reports on electrical engineering issues
• Represents the City on other committees and working groups
• Responds to FOI and legal services requests
• Responds to resident requests
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a Professional Engineer designation and minimum 6 years related experience in design and construction project engineering work, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience managing staff and HR issues in a union environment.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.
• Project Management Credentials (PMP) or equivalent is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering principles, standards, and specifications, as they relate to the municipal environment
• Working knowledge of Professional Governance Act – EGBC and Project Management Framework
• Ability to lead and review the work of a technical design team.[FF1] 
• Ability to manage and lead a diverse team in a unionized environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Organizational and time management skills in a high volume and fast paced environment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work and think strategically, including experience with business case composition and evaluation, strategic planning and development and implementation of Key Performance Indicators
• Ability to work independently with little supervision from Associate Director

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 3 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program. However please note that during the onboarding period, the position will be 5-days per week in office.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: January 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111139 to $138924 per hour

Application Close: December 13 2025

Main Purpose and Function

The position performs technical duties related to traffic safety: using AutoCAD to develop sign and traffic control plans; reviewing and interpreting designs; development of Form 1s for signage and paint markings; reviewing and analyzing data from ICBC and other partners; maintaining databases and metrics as necessary; performing pedestrian, cyclist, traffic and transit studies (which may require shifting work hours to accommodate); conducting traffic safety investigations for all road users; and undertaking other related duties as required. The position responds verbally and in writing to citizen questions or concerns related to safety around schools and communicates with partners as necessary. The position may also research, analyze and prepare written responses to litigation inquiries.  

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

Supervisory

• Supervises work of EA I’s in the creation of sign, paint and traffic control plans.

Research and Analysis

• Conducts research, field studies/survey and analysis for curbside and street regulations to make technical recommendations;
• Consults with Transportation branches, Streets and Electrical Design branch, the business community, and external stakeholders to identify solutions and make recommendations to the Traffic Safety Engineer for curbside regulations, paint markings, pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements

Design

• Designs engineering plans of moderate complexity with AutoCAD
• Uses AutoCAD to design new and/or custom guide signage
• Reviews and interprets technical designs

Coordination/Consultation

• Responds verbally and in writing to citizen questions or concerns related to safety around schools and communicates with partners as necessary
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented with technical courses in engineering, transportation or a related field plus some related experience or an equivalent combination of training or experience. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform elementary drafting including knowledge in using AutoCAD
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, Excel and Word in particular, but also PowerPoint
• Sound knowledge of electronic filing systems, such as VanDocs
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with internal and external contacts
• Ability to problem solve with accuracy and detail
• Ability to research and analyse information to make technical recommendations
• Ability to work well in a team and business environment with little or no supervision
• Ability to work under tight timelines and handle multiple tasks
• Class 5 BC Driver's License is preferred

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: January, 2025 

Position End Date: October 7, 2026 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-017: $31.66 to $37.2 per hour

Application Close: December 6, 2024