Municipal Infrastructure Engineer

Position Details

• Location: Port Hope
• Compensation: Approximately $104,887 per annum
• Department: Infrastructure & Operations
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Engagement Type: Permanent
• Work Location: On-Site

Port Hope is a uniquely attractive place to work, highlighted by the potential future development of the world's largest nuclear plant, which promises cutting-edge infrastructure and economic stability. This potential diversification into nuclear energy complements the area's strong economic base in agriculture and manufacturing, securing a stable job market. Employees will engage with advanced technology and industry experts, enhancing professional development. The community's warmth promotes work-life balance, supported by cultural festivals and heritage sites. Proximity to Toronto/GTA provides urban access, while the area's natural beauty invites outdoor recreation. High-quality education and healthcare, low crime rates, and a commitment to environmental sustainability make Port Hope an exceptional place to live and work, fostering both professional and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• The Municipal Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the review of all engineering facets of development proposals submitted to the Municipality of Port Hope, including Plans of Subdivision/Condominium applications; Site Plan applications; Committee of Adjustment applications; and Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment applications.
• Supports growth readiness work for the Municipality with special consideration to the growth impact of the potential Port Hope New Nuclear project, including planning and coordination of growth-related infrastructure.
• Provides guidance on land use changes, financial impact assessments, and integration of updated infrastructure requirements into key planning documents.
• Provides engineering reviews of subdivision/condominium plans and site plan developments with respect to Municipal standards, specifications, by-laws and accepted engineering practices, and comments on same.
• Determines and comments on the engineering requirements for subdivision agreements and site plans.
• Provides engineering reviews of Official Plan, Zoning By-Law, and Committee of Adjustment applications with respect to Municipal policies, standards, specifications, by-laws and accepted engineering practices, and comments on same.
• Provides guidance to municipal field staff and developer’s engineer during construction phases as issues arise.
• Ensures the Municipality’s procedures, policies, requirements and standards pertaining to engineering review of development applications are current, relevant and adhere to legislated requirements.
• Approves final engineering design drawings for subdivision projects and subsequent proposals and changes during both review and construction phases.
• Liaises with Development Services and Water and Wastewater Services to coordinate development and capital projects as the main point of contact.
• Manages preparation and oversees implementation of development-related reports and studies.
• Ensures integration of new development data into the Municipality’s GIS system, including connection of electronic documents to associated properties.
• Develops, implements and oversees policies related to development.
• Engineering review and commenting duties focus on the design of roads, storm and sanitary sewers, stormwater management facilities, watermains, hydrants, valves, and acceptance of engineering drawings and cost estimates for subdivision and site plan projects.
• Responsible for Municipal Asset Management Planning, including data validation, condition assessments, levels of service, service risks, lifecycles, operations, maintenance, replacement cost, and reviewing and recommending regarding the Municipality’s Asset Management Plan.
• Member of the Asset Management Team coordinating ongoing municipal asset management planning development.
• Validates and performs detailed valuation, capacity analysis, and predictive modeling of future municipal infrastructure requirements, incorporating lifecycle cost assessments and demand projections.
• Tracks growth metrics and monitors development pacing to align capital project execution with infrastructure readiness.

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering.
• Familiarity with municipal engineering design guidelines and Ontario Provincial Standards and Specifications as well as American Waterworks Association Standards.
• Familiarity with all relevant Federal and Provincial legislation concerning all matters of municipal engineering including Environmental Assessment Act, Highway Traffic Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Lakes and Rivers Improvements Act, Drainage Act, Public Transportation Highway Improvement Act, etc.

Benefits and Perks

• Employer paid Group Health, Dental and Life Insurance after three months of employment.
• OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire.
• Professional Development and Skill Based Training Opportunities.
• Alternate Work Arrangements.
• Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees.
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan.
• Perks and Savings Partnerships.