Lead Engineer | Wastewater Job at Randstad (Vancouver)

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Engineer for our municipal client's engineering design and construction team. Reporting to the Division Manager, the Lead Engineer provides leadership to a team of professional engineers and technical staff responsible for complex and varied engineering, project management and technical work.

Job Responsibility

Supervises, directs and motivates staff monitoring performance towards division, department and corporate objectives
ensures staff adhere to workplace conduct and purchasing policies
Leads, coaches, mentors and develops staff recognizing the importance of leadership, supervisory and technical training
develops and sustains a flexible workforce encouraging staff to pursue opportunities that complement their skills and experience
Works collaboratively with staff to resolve complex technical, design, operational, or interpersonal issues staff encounter while doing their work
Facilitates information sharing among staff to transfer knowledge and experience and increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the team
Establishes effective working relationships with various outside agencies as well as other internal departments
Works collaboratively with departmental staff to deliver on strategic initiatives
Accountable for budget administration, preparation and reporting
Monitors and controls spending ensuring the effective and efficient expenditure of allocated funds
Develops and reviews RFQ’s, RFP’s and tenders, working with Purchasing to ensure the timely award of contracts
Contributes to the preparation of long range financial plans and provides input to strategic initiatives
Provides guidance on technical issues, corporate policies, and project management and ensures work is undertaken in conformance with corporate standards and policies
Makes independent decisions and recommendations within broad policies and mandates and uses judgment and ingenuity to devise practical and economical solutions
Develops or provides input to technical standards, policies and procedures in accordance with corporate objectives
Sets group standards considering all relevant information such as applicable design codes, specifications and previous experience
Makes decisions and/or recommendations on hiring engineering and technical consultants based on workload, costing, scheduling, expertise, and other factors
Oversees work carried out by multi-disciplinary consultants and contractors, including reviewing and providing direction on design, construction and contract administration
Ensures work is undertaken in conformance with corporate standards and policies, and meets the requirements of the project
Prepares and reviews a range of written material including reports, recommendations, technical memoranda and technical specifications
May deliver presentations for various audiences including the public as required
Upholds our clients reputation through positive and forthright dealings with other organizations and members of the public
Understands the organizational culture and the processes/mechanisms necessary to attain work objectives
May provide advice, recommendations and follow up to the Board, Committees and municipal councils
Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Engineering
8-10 years of recent related experience following professional registration
or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Membership or eligibility for immediate membership as a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC)
Extensive technical expertise and understanding of relevant engineering principles
Ability to interpret, apply and advise others on engineering and related guidelines such as technical manuals, codes and regulations, contracting policies, safety regulations and corporate and Board policies
Ability to adapt or adjust guidelines and procedures for unique or problem situations
Excellent written and oral communication skills including sound report writing and presentation skills
Ability to communicate complex information and implications to diverse audiences
Ability to explain difficult concepts and persuade others to adopt a point of view or way of doing things
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
Skill in dealing openly, tactfully and sensitively in a variety of situations
Ability to effectively lead a team and work collaboratively
Deals effectively with disagreements and prevents the escalation of conflict
Proven ability to use judgment to resolve complex problems
seeks solutions in congruence with the organization’s objectives and values
Ability to develop and revise procedures and plans to address problems and changing circumstances
Seeks to include staff in decisions that will impact them
works cooperatively to resolve differences of opinion
Proven contract administration and project management skills and excellent attention to detail including troubleshooting and resolving complex contractual issues
Demonstrated ability to lead a complex series of project components and deliver projects on time and on budget
Ability to manage a complex portfolio of work while establishing ambitious and challenging goals
demonstrated ability to deliver on multiple projects simultaneously
demonstrates persistence in overcoming obstacles
Responds to changing priorities due to internal or external pressures resulting in revised schedules and a reallocation of resources
Ability to supervise, coach and guide others while enhancing individual and team effectiveness
Ability to mentor and foster the development of direct reports
Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook and Project
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License

What we offer

Excellent compensation and benefits (including municipal pension plan)
Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office)
Opportunities for career advancement

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