Transportation Design & Construction Specialist

Public Works - Transportation 

Contract Full-Time; 13 Months

Pay Band: $89,469 - $111,834 per annum.

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Overview:

The Transportation Team at the Region of Peel is dedicated to ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility for all residents and businesses. Our team focuses on strategic planning, development, and maintenance of a comprehensive transportation network that includes roads, transit systems, cycling paths, and pedestrian walkways. We design and implement infrastructure projects, manage traffic flow with advanced systems, and collaborate with local transit authorities to improve public transportation services. We actively engage with the community to align our initiatives with their needs and expectations.

The role:

Reporting to the Program Manager of Roads, Design, and Construction in the Transportation Division, this position is responsible for conducting research and providing expert analysis, interpretation, and recommendations on road construction products, methodologies, and initiatives. 

What you will do in this role: 

• Manage and administer various Road Capital Projects, up to a value of $5 million.
• Prepare, review, and analyze engineering design drawings and contract documents in compliance with current road standards.
• Prepare requests for quotations, tender documents and contract amendments, providing expert advice and direction to purchasing staff.
• Determine evaluation matrix, undertake the evaluation of detailed proposals, and conduct analysis for vendor procurement.
• Provide budget estimates and project scheduling to secure funding requirements in the capital budget.
• Control and monitor project budgets, cash-flows, schedules, project costs and tracks/reports on same. Review quantities, back-up for progress payments, identify discrepancies and make recommendation to resolve same.
• Negotiate project changes in scope and related extras to minimize Peel’s financial risk while maintaining the quality and schedule of the project.
• Prepare and execute communication plans for all appropriate project agencies and stakeholders as required.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships, liaise and negotiate with internal groups and external agencies to resolve project related issues, and obtain all approvals and permits prior to construction.
• Attend site meetings, prepare formal meetings notes/minutes and promptly distributes.
• Address inquiries, complaints and concerns raised by the Public and/or Councillors and prepares draft responses.

What the role requires: 

• University degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 3 years directly related and progressive experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A preference will be given to candidates who possess a P.Eng or CET designation.
• Proven negotiating, planning, scheduling, financial and project management skills to manage vendors and contractors.
• Thorough knowledge and experience of road design practices and standards, related codes and environmental regulations, safety acts, tendering/contract processes, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated financial skills to prepare cost estimates and to control budgets and expenditures for capital works projects.
• Team player who contributes to multiple project teams and can provide technical expertise in road design and construction.
• Valid G driver’s license (in good standing) and access to own transportation

Skills/Abilities: 

• Proven organizational and effective and efficient time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office, MS Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and pro-actively managing bias.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: 

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan effective start date. 
• Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan. 
• Accrue Vacation monthly starting at 3 weeks per annum.
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays. 
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing. 
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance. 
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion. 

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you'll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton worksite. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.  

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At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. 

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.