Senior Pump Station Engineer - City of Vancouver, Vancouver

AI Summary

The City of Vancouver is hiring a Senior Pump Station Engineer in Vancouver. This role involves planning and managing capital renewal and repairs for pump station and sewerage infrastructure. Key duties include overseeing design and construction projects, managing professional service contracts, and ensuring compliance. Candidates require a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a P.Eng. designation, and at least eight years of experience in pump station design and construction, along with supervisory skills.

About the Opportunity

Join the City of Vancouver as a Senior Pump Station Engineer, a pivotal role within one of Canada's most liveable cities. This position is central to the planning and management of critical pump station and related sewerage infrastructure capital renewal and repairs across Vancouver. The successful candidate will lead the design and construction planning for vital capital projects, ensuring the efficient operation and longevity of the city's sewer systems. This involves comprehensive project management, from initiation through design, construction, and closeout, adhering to stringent quality management requirements. The role demands a keen eye for detail in reviewing design memos, drawings, and specifications for pump station projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and consistency with industry guidelines. Collaboration is key, as this position liaises extensively with various City departments, including Sewer Operations and Engineering Project Delivery, as well as external entities like Metro Vancouver and other utilities, to deliver complex infrastructure projects effectively. This is an opportunity to contribute significantly to Vancouver's commitment to exceptional public service and environmental sustainability, ensuring equitable access to essential services for all residents.

Key Responsibilities and Team Leadership

As a Senior Pump Station Engineer, leadership and strategic management are core components of this role. You will be accountable for supervising a dedicated team of engineers and technicians, guiding them through project scoping, design, budget estimation, and construction inspection. This includes actively participating in recruitment, selection, coaching, and mentoring to foster a high-performing team. A significant aspect of this position involves asset planning, coordinating with the Integrated Strategy and Utilities Planning Division to align capital project planning with detailed design phases. Furthermore, the role encompasses the comprehensive management of professional design and construction service contracts, specifically for the replacement, upgrades, or repairs of critical pump station and associated sewerage infrastructure. You will oversee the progression and budgetary expenditures of various capital projects, ensuring adherence to the City’s Project Management Framework. Responsibilities also extend to system management, where you will develop and perform pump station system analysis, resolve operational issues, and identify opportunities for improvement. This includes undertaking rezoning and development application reviews to assess pump station requirements and reviewing third-party design and construction plans for potential impacts on the city’s vital sewerage systems. This multifaceted position ensures the continuous improvement and resilience of Vancouver's essential infrastructure.