MANAGER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING

Job ID: 67142
Job Category: Engineering & Technical
Division & Section: Development Review, Engineering Review
Work Location: Etobicoke Civic Centre & North York Civic Centre
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, 2 Permanent vacancies
Salary Range: $126,000.00 - $176,140.00, TM2039, PTM4
Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Qualified List will be established to fill permanent and temporary positions.
Number of Positions Open: 2
Posting Period: 27-Oct-2026 to 10-Nov-2026

Job Summary:

Development Engineering provides a "one-window" service to Community Planning and the development industry on behalf of the City's Operating Divisions of Fire Services, Solid Waste Management, Toronto Water and Transportation Services. Development Engineering plays a key role in the review and approval of development applications, including Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Site Plan Controls, Plans of Subdivision and Consents. The review focuses on the municipal engineering aspects of the applications - site servicing, stormwater management, site grading, and site access.

In addition, Development Engineering is instrumental in evaluating infrastructure improvements required to support growth, negotiating complex arrangements with landowners and developers, and securing conditions of approval through development agreements to facilitate the construction and delivery of development-related municipal infrastructure. 

Reporting to the Project Director in the Engineering Review Section, the Manager of Development Engineering provides the technical, financial, and administrative oversight needed to effectively and successfully manage a team of professionals to provide engineering review and approval of the municipal engineering component of planning applications.

Major Responsibility Highlights:

Leading a team of engineers and project managers, the Manager of Development Engineering is responsible for:

Effective Leadership of Technical Staff

Manage, motivate and develop a diverse team of professional and technical staff, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality, organizational performance, continuous learning and innovation.

Supervise the day-to-day operation of the unit, including scheduling, assigning and reviewing work, managing attendance, authorizing vacation and overtime, monitoring performance, approving salary increments and recommending disciplinary action where required.

Set and manage performance expectations, quality standards and service objectives to ensure programs and projects align with divisional, service area and corporate standards.

Implement succession planning initiatives and support the ongoing development of staff and organizational readiness.

Develop and implement operational plans, program requirements and operational improvements that enhance service delivery, staff effectiveness and organizational performance.

Promote and implement the Division's strategic priorities and change initiatives through leadership, communication and continuous improvement practices.

Ensure staff compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act through appropriate training, safety equipment, safe work practices and a strong health and safety culture.

Expertise in All Aspects of Development Engineering Review and Approval

Manage the unit's operations to ensure compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Record of Site Condition requirements, related legislation, regulations and City standards.

Ensure proposed municipal infrastructure associated with land development complies with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines and engineering standards.

Ensure impacts of development proposals on roads, water, sewer and drainage infrastructure are appropriately assessed and mitigated, and that new infrastructure is designed and constructed to City requirements.

Ensure the safe and efficient provision of municipal infrastructure and services required to support development, including roads, sidewalks, water and sewer systems, solid waste services, fire protection and emergency services.

Manage the review, approval and enforcement of engineering, servicing, legal and cost-sharing agreements associated with land development.

Oversee quality assurance activities related to construction contracts and third-party construction work.

Ensure the execution and administration of contracts and agreements in accordance with approved authorities, policies and procedures.

Exacting Financial Oversight and Management

Develop, recommend and administer the unit's annual budget and ensure expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations.

Manage and authorize the use, administration and release of financial deposits and securities provided by developers to secure development-related municipal infrastructure.

Ensure securities are administered, released and secured in accordance with Council-approved financial policies and procedures.

Polished Customer Focus, Relationship Building and Political Acuity

Assist senior leadership in the development and implementation of strategic policies, programs and long-term planning initiatives that enhance business performance.

Contribute to continuous improvement through the development and implementation of sound management practices, operational processes and service enhancements.

Establish and maintain effective partnerships with client divisions, external agencies, consultants, developers, members of Council and the public to resolve complex issues while balancing corporate interests.

Develop and manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication, service agreements, representation and monitoring of commitments and obligations while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.

Negotiate with developers, lawyers, planners, councillors and other stakeholders to achieve optimal development and municipal servicing outcomes.

Lead the preparation of technical reports, staff reports and recommendations for Community Councils, Standing Committees and Council, as well as materials for public education and communication purposes.

Represent the Division at meetings, public consultations, Community Councils, Council proceedings and other stakeholder forums.

Ensure the delivery of excellent customer service to internal and external clients.

Key Qualifications:

The successful candidate for the position of Manager of Development Engineering will have:

A Professional Engineering licence and be a member in good standing of Professional Engineers Ontario.

Considerable experience using the principles of civil engineering and of materials and methods of construction, rehabilitation and upgrading of municipal water, sewer, road, sidewalk and streetscaping.

Experience in reviewing and approving development applications (i.e. Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Site Plan Controls, Plans of Subdivisions and Consents).

Considerable experience with financial reporting processes, including budget preparation and control, expenditure forecasting, preparation and interpretation of financial reports, and reporting on key performance indicators.

Experience in managing, attracting, motivating and leading a diverse workforce and establishing and operating in an environment that promotes excellence.

Ability to operate as a fully accountable program leader and as a member of a management team.

Ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment with frequent and competing deadlines, multiple tasks and high performance expectations.

Well-developed people management skills with proven success in achieving results in a unionized and non- unionized environment.

Well-developed interpersonal, human relations, communication (written and oral), negotiation, conflict resolution, project management, analytical and problem solving skills.

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

Awareness and knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, and Construction Act.

Familiarity with Federal and Provincial regulations and requirements, including, but not limited to, the Planning Act, Federal Fisheries Act, Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, Provincial Environmental Assessment Act, Environmental Protection Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act.

Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

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