Manager, Engineering Services

Posting Status

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.

Permanent Full Time (Non-Union).

Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on June 19, 2026.

• A hybrid work schedule
• A defined benefit pension plan (OMERS)
• Comprehensive health plan complemented with life and disability insurance
• A progressive work environment that promotes a work/life balance and strives to be a great place for great people to do great things

Reporting to the Director, Transportation and Engineering, this position is responsible for the management and direct supervision of the Town’s Engineering Services Section which includes services relating to corridor management, permit issuance for work within the Town’s rights‑of‑way, and management and maintenance of records related to property and right‑of‑way assets within the Town of Oakville.

• Strategic management of the Town’s municipal right‑of‑way, including programs and permits related to activities within the town’s roadways, such as work by agencies, utility companies, special event support, temporary uses, encroachments, and easements, ensuring compliance with Town policies and by‑laws.
• Accountable for the Municipal Consent Process and facilitates and negotiates Municipal Access Agreements with various third parties who are requesting to perform work within the Town’s Right of Way.
• Management of records and agreements related to town infrastructure and property, including those with utilities, agencies, and other levels of government.
• Respond directly and/or otherwise initiate and ensure investigation and suitable follow‑up response to inquiries, complaints or requests for service from the public, residents, emergency services, other departments, senior management and members of Council.
• Lead the modernization of the section by implementing innovative processes, digital tools, and best practices to enhance efficiency, compliance, and service delivery.
• Management and leadership of a diverse staff group (full‑time and contract) to ensure that work plans and departmental goals are met.
• Manage HR issues within a unionized environment.
• Accountable for section budgets to ensure accuracy and accountability and balance financial resources to deliver services.
• Prepare and review staff reports; conduct, attend and/or make presentations to meetings of the public, stakeholder groups, senior management, committees, Town Council, etc.
• Participate in and/or lead special technical committees to address special construction constraints and/or requirements.
• Provide documentation and evidence to support the Town’s risk management, insurance and legal representatives in addressing damage or liability claims.
• Provide testimony/evidence on behalf of the town before boards, commissions, hearings, etc.
• Liaison with third parties including utilities, other agencies and provincial ministries, to represent the Town’s interests and foster strong relationships and partnerships.
• Maintain effective relations with the public, including residents, community groups and elected officials.
• Contribute to departmental strategic plan and service development.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned by the Director, Transportation and Engineering.

• Post‑secondary degree in Civil Engineering or diploma in Civil Engineering Technology.
• Registered Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) and Road Construction Junior Inspector (RCJI) in good standing with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technologists and Technicians (OACETT) in the Province of Ontario.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation through Professional Engineers Ontario or working towards this designation; an asset.
• Minimum eight (8) years of progressive experience in the construction field, with hands‑on inspection, working with utility contractors and approving and coordinating permit applications for work within a municipal setting.
• In‑depth and thorough understanding of civil infrastructure systems related to road structure, drainage and storm‑water management.
• In‑depth knowledge of related regulations and standards:
  Ontario Provincial Standards (OPS),…