Project Manager, Capital Delivery

Résumé du poste

The incumbent manages the County's bridge infrastructure program, overseeing the maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of 253 bridge files. This includes coordinating inspections, managing engineering consultants and contractors, and responding to urgent infrastructure emergencies.

Détails du poste

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Respectful, Strategic and Accountable guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture. Job Description As part of the Transportation and Utilities service area, the incumbent manages the County’s bridge infrastructure program and is accountable for maintaining a network of 253 bridge files. The position plans, schedules, and coordinates inspections, maintenance, rehabilitation, replacement, and emergency repair work to ensure bridge infrastructure is managed in a safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective manner. Job Duties and Responsibilities: The primary function of this position is to deliver the County’s bridge infrastructure program through sound project management, technical review, and contract administration. Responsibilities include maintaining bridge file records, coordinating inspections and condition assessments, developing project priorities and schedules, preparing scopes of work, supporting procurement and tendering processes, reviewing consultant recommendations, and managing work delivered by Engineering Consultants and Contractors. The position responds to urgent and emerging bridge infrastructure issues, including motor vehicle collisions, flooding, washouts, structural deficiencies, or other incidents that may affect public safety or infrastructure integrity. The role coordinates timely assessment, mitigation, communication, and repair activities with internal departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders as required. Qualifications Trade Certification, Technical diploma or degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline. Professional membership in, or eligibility for membership with, the Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists (ASET), the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), or a comparable professional designation would be considered an asset. Minimum five years of related experience in municipal, transportation, or infrastructure project delivery, with demonstrated experience in bridge maintenance, bridge construction, inspections, rehabilitation, replacement, project management, tendering, and contract administration. Experience working with Engineering Consultants, Contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to deliver bridge or transportation infrastructure projects is required. Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with an acceptable driver’s abstract. Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision making, organizational and interpersonal skills. Able to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity Additional Information What We Offer: The County of Grande Prairie provides a competitive compensation package, including benefits and participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP). We actively support professional development opportunities and foster an engaging work environment. Other Employee Perks: Health and Wellness benefits (myHSA) Personal protective equipment (PPE) allowance County-branded clothing allowance Personal fuel card with discounted price County campground discount Personal cell phone plans Discounted gym membership rates Business casual dress standard with casual Fridays Work Schedule: This position works Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm for 40 hours per week with some flexibility and/or additional hours to attend meetings or meet operational needs. Hourly Pay Range: $57.79 - $67.99 Posting Closing Date: This posting will remain open until September 22, 2026. As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. If you would like to include a cover letter, please combine your resume and cover letter as one document and upload while applying. We do not accept applications sent via email. The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs. This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found. Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.

Ce que vous ferez

The incumbent manages the County's bridge infrastructure program, overseeing the maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of 253 bridge files. This includes coordinating inspections, managing engineering consultants and contractors, and responding to urgent infrastructure emergencies.

Exigences

Requires a technical diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, along with at least five years of experience in municipal or transportation infrastructure project delivery. A valid Class 5 Driver's License and professional membership (e.g., ASET or APEGA) are also required or considered assets.

Avantages

• Health And Wellness Benefits (myHSA) • Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP) • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Allowance • County-branded Clothing Allowance • Personal Fuel Card With Discounted Price • County Campground Discount • Personal Cell Phone Plans • Discounted Gym Membership Rates

Compétences indiquées

• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Decision Making · Souhaitée
• Gestion de projet · Souhaitée
• Procurement · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Project Management
• Contract Administration
• Bridge Maintenance
• Bridge Construction
• Technical Review
• Tendering
• Condition Assessments
• Procurement
• Infrastructure Planning
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Analytical Skills
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Domaines d’emploi

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Government & Public Sector
• Construction
• Management & Leadership