Program Manager, Public Works

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Requisition :4502
Affiliation: Exempt
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Number of Openings: 1
Bi-weekly

Working Hours:

70 hours bi-weekly
Shift/

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday
Department/ Branch: Public Works, Parks
Job Location: Fort Mc Murray

Starting Salary Range*:$129,438 - $136,834 (Pay Band G)

* The Municipality offers a competitive compensation package, including an attractive base salary, excellent benefits, retirement plans, and more. The starting salary for this position is within the range listed above and will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is looking for passionate, skilled and forward-thinking individuals to join our Public Works Department - a team that keeps our region running smoothly every day.

From road maintenance and fleet management to park enhancements and snow clearing, our Public Works team plays a critical role in daily life across the region. We’re seeking a hands-on professional who is committed to public service, enjoys meaningful work and excels in fast-paced environments.

If you take pride in seeing your work in action and want to contribute to a team that powers the municipality—this is your place.

The Program Manager, Public Works is responsible for the program management of Public Works programming and its related projects, and initiatives. Utilizing consistent and standard approaches, the incumbent will be responsible for collaborating with leadership and operations in the design, planning, and delivery of projects and programs within Public Works to ensure programming is carried out effectively and aligned with the Municipality’s strategic goals.

This position is responsible for capturing operational knowledge and developing procedures, monitoring progress, and contributing strategic and administrative guidance. The Program Manager, Public Works leads multiple projects independently, facilitates the development of work scopes for quotes and tendering packages, and develops, maintains, monitors, and enforces construction schedules, tracks, and controls project costs, and maintains accurate project documentation. Primary responsibilities include:

Assists with overall service delivery via planning, development, and supervision of departmental operational programming and projects. Accompanies subject matter experts in office and field environments to document and understand practices necessary for documentation development. Manages through direct involvement in daily operations, risk mitigation planning, and budget management. Ensures all projects and programs are developed according to legislation, industry standards, and best practices.

Manages operational support related to Public Works programs and projects and addresses program service delivery.

Analyzes, evaluates, formulates, and enhances Public Works programming to ensure alignment with the Municipality’s strategic goals at the departmental and organizational level. Plans and designs the scope of program and its individual projects, develops detailed project plans, closely monitors contractor and construction sites. Produces monthly progress reports for senior leadership. Analyzes and develops strategies, tools, and project management processes and procedures based on best practices for continuous improvements.

Engages and collaborates with leadership, operations, and other internal and external stakeholders as required. Ensures all projects and programs are developed according to legislation, industry standards, and best practices. Compiles and produces manuals, procedures, plans, standards, and other related documents, as necessary. Assists in developing and maintaining controlled documentation access points for standards, procedures, Emergency Response Plans (ERP), and other documents…