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Director of Infrastructure Services

engineering public works
Location: County of Thorhild, AB
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.thorhildcounty.com
Type: full-time
Posted On: Feb 17, 2025
Closing Date: Apr 21, 2025
Thorhild County
 
Director of Infrastructure Services

 

Thorhild County is located 45 minutes north of the City of Edmonton and has a population of just over 3,400 residents.  Residents enjoy country and small town living close to the Cities of Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan, and we have also become popular as a commuter community for the workers in Fort McMurray.  The economy is primarily driven by agriculture with secondary contributions from recreation and services to the energy industry.  Please visit our website for additional information on Thorhild County (www.thorhildcounty.com).

 

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Infrastructure Services will oversee the areas of: Public Works, Water/Wastewater Utilities, Natural Gas Distribution System, Waste Services, Recycling & Transfer Stations, and Agricultural Services.  There are 40FTE’s in the department and the annual combined budget is approximately $8M.

 

The successful candidate will possess the following:

 

A Civil Engineering Technology Diploma from a recognized institution and eligibility for CET designation, and/or a minimum of ten years of experience in road construction/maintenance, ideally in a municipal rural setting. 
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff, elected officials, contractors and consultants, as well as the general public.
A demonstrated track record of strong leadership and direction with prior senior management experience preferably in a municipal setting.
A solid understanding of the budgeting process and the ability to stick within the set budget.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft office is essential.  Knowledge of Worktech asset management program would be beneficial.
Experience in implementing development plans, capital works and infrastructure improvement programs.

 

For further information please visit our website, or contact:

 

James Davies
  
Managing Director
 
DCG Executive Search Services Ltd.
 
(780) 758-9796