General Manager, Infrastructure & Municipal Works (26-285)

Job Title: General Manager, Infrastructure and Municipal Works
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union
Language Requirement: English Essential
Vacancy Status: Existing vacancy

Cornwall is a beautiful community with a population of 47,000 situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city offers a wide array of urban amenities, making it an excellent place for a career and raising a family. With a growing economy, expanding population and fantastic quality of life, there has never been a better time to start the next phase of your career with the City of Cornwall! Cornwall is a diverse and progressive community where residents and partners feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life supported by access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure. 

Position Summary 

The General Manager, Infrastructure and Municipal Works provides leadership to a broad portfolio of municipal departments including Infrastructure Planning, Municipal Works, and Environmental Services. This role ensures the efficient delivery of services while promoting sustainability and adherence to regulatory standards. The General Manager will lead initiatives that enhance community safety, accessibility, and quality of life through effective infrastructure management.

Key Responsibilities 

• Formulate and implement long-term strategies for infrastructure planning and municipal works that align with community needs and municipal objectives.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight to the municipal’s wastewater, water, and solid waste departments, ensuring they operate efficiently and effectively in alignment with the municipality’s strategic goals.
• Establish and monitor departmental performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and regular reporting mechanisms, ensuring alignment with service expectations and making data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget, while maintaining accountability for their successful delivery.
• Maintains accountability and oversight for monitoring contractor and developer performance, including dispute resolution.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and best practices related to public works and infrastructure projects, providing direction and oversight to any work required to meet standards.
• Accountable for capital projects including budgeting, cost management, scheduling, scope of work, design, utility coordination and contract administration to ensure timely delivery of services.
• Oversee the development and implementation of the annual department budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and compliance with policies and government regulations.
• Utilize data and analytics to inform decision-making and identify areas for improvement in infrastructure services and operations.
• Monitor and apply changing trends in related business practices and technology pertaining to infrastructure, engineering, legislations, environmental requirements, population growth and other factors that affect the municipality’s infrastructure resources.
• Act as a key advisor to Council on infrastructure-related issues and opportunities, ensuring alignment and integration of infrastructure initiatives with broader community objectives.

Leadership of Others

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to ensure team alignment with organizational goals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Develop team capacity by coaching, mentoring, and identifying professional development opportunities, ensuring alignment with operational and organizational priorities.
• Guide and support team members to meet operational objectives, ensuring compliance with organizational standards, policies, and procedures while fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment.
• Play an active role in the recruitment process by participating in candidate screening, interviews, and hiring decisions while ensuring candidates have a positive experience.
• Facilitate the successful onboarding of newly hired employees by delivering comprehensive training and continuous development, ensuring alignment between their role, organizational objectives, and the municipality’s culture.

Position Requirements 

Education & Certifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Professional engineering designation (P.Eng.), required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in infrastructure management, public works, or a related field, including at least 7 years in a leadership role.

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Strategic Planning: Proven ability to develop and implement long-term infrastructure strategies that meet community needs.
• Community Engagement: Strong skills in facilitating public engagement and collaboration with diverse interest-holders.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to municipal works and infrastructure.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully overseeing large-scale capital projects.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and trends to inform decision-making and improve service delivery.
• Adaptability: Managing a wide range of tasks, from projects to community services, and adapting to the unique needs of the municipality.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to municipal councils and community interest-holders.
• Intergovernmental Collaboration: Foster strong, cooperative relationships with Council, MPs, MPPs, and Ministry officials by engaging in regular communication, aligning on policy objectives, and advocating for the organization's interests to ensure effective governance and mutual support.
• Leadership: Strong leadership abilities, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budget planning, resource allocation, and fiscal accountability.

Working Conditions 

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment, with some travel required for meetings, conferences, and interest-holder engagements. 
• Standard hours of operation, Monday to Friday, with flexibility required for Council meetings, community meetings, and other matters as required.
• Cognitive demands include analytical and critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and managing sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Physical demands include extended periods of sitting and looking at a computer screen.

If selected for this role, you will need to provide:

• Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
• Satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
• Proof of certifications

Additional Information:
The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The City of Cornwall is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the City, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The City of Cornwall is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.

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