About the role

Directeur de division dirigeant une équipe et des projets complexes d’ingénierie municipale pour la Fédération québécoise des municipalités. Pilotage des infrastructures, appels d’offres et mandats techniques pour les municipalités québécoises.

Responsibilities

Lead the full management of the team and individual employees, including assessing strengths and challenges, monitoring performance, developing skills, retaining and recognizing employees, workforce planning, and staffing
Embody the organization’s values and promote the department’s projects and achievements
Contribute to the development of the division, diversification of its service offering, and acquisition of new mandates
Support the department’s development and growth through change management
Manage the order backlog and schedules based on available capacity
Plan all projects and ensure results are achieved
Facilitate project alignment and delivery, support employees in addressing challenges, and liaise with municipalities and other stakeholders as needed
Manage the most complex projects as the senior engineer and act as an advisor to client municipalities
Prepare administrative and technical documents related to mandates, including plans and specifications, estimates, tender documents, grant applications, authorization applications, and technical reports
Provide technical reviews and recommendations to team members or municipalities
Assume any other responsibilities relevant to the effective operation of the division and the success of the organization’s activities

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction engineering
Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
Excellent knowledge of standards and regulations applicable to the municipal sector and infrastructure
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in engineering consulting or another technical field
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing teams and employees
Knowledge of best practices in contract management, project management, tendering processes, and financial assistance programs
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Proficiency in project management software
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional travel
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Strong ability to build trusting relationships
Strong leadership and team-mobilization skills
Excellent analytical and synthesis skills
Well organized, with the ability to prioritize and plan in a changing environment
Ability to make well-informed decisions quickly
Highly adaptable when dealing with unforeseen circumstances
Any combination of education and professional experience, as well as other relevant experience, will be considered

Competitive compensation
Group insurance plan, including dental and vision coverage
Retirement plan with employer contributions (5% employer; 5% employee), with RRSP, FHSA, or combination options
Minimum of three weeks of annual vacation from the start of employment
Six personal days
Paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
13 statutory holidays per year
Compressed summer schedule allowing employees to finish earlier on Fridays, depending on the position
Social and sports activities
Recognition program for important professional and personal milestones
Access to continuing education and an employee training portal
Collaborative environment offering a wealth of diverse expertise