Leader, Infrastructure and Systems Performance
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Leader of Infrastructure and Systems Performance in Transit Service Systems you will be responsible for creating, planning, and implementing Divisional strategies and sustaining the short- and long-term vision and objectives of Calgary Transit (CT). You will play a key role in developing and updating business plans and budget processes for our long-range strategic plans. Primary duties include:
- Manage and complete hiring, coaching, mentoring, performance management, employee development, workload management, and leading a team of direct and indirect reports that oversee our Asset Management strategy and plan, including the asset condition assessment program.
- Develop, monitor, and report on operational and project performance in monthly reports to the Director and General Manager.
- Integrate safety, environmental, and climate resiliency into building and refining a risk-based asset management and life cycle management strategy for the varied, fixed, and mobile assets owned by CT.
- Collaborate with Divisional Leaders to develop capital projects and maintenance programs for an optimized and value driven asset life cycle management.
- Collaborate with CT Managers to ensure that short- and long-term asset performance metrics maintain the expected level of service.
- Lead the provision of strategic and operational support on various aspects of system performance, including maintenance training, certification, and compliance.
- Build divisional goals and objectives with Transit Service Systems Managers and Leaders.
- Develop, design, monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators for infrastructure and Light Rail Transit systems.
- Provide data driven analysis to the Senior Management Team for One Calgary - Service Plans and Budget discussions with Council.
- Collaborate with Corporate Priorities and Investment teams to create and submit supplemental grant/funding applications for division initiatives.
- Develop, maintain, and sustain our Program and Project Management Framework. Coordinate a streamlined adoption and sustainment of the program and P2M by all sections and divisions within CT.
- Realign and maintain the updated Technical Document Committee Terms of Reference (TOR) and scope.
- Monitor and analyze financial reporting, including divisional capital and operational expenditures against allocated budget, and work with leaders to identify opportunities to maximize the utilization of funds for delivering services as well as resolve any discrepancies.
Qualifications
- A degree in Engineering with at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience leading and managing engineering and construction projects obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details.
- At least 2 years of experience supervising staff.
- Experience with creating and implementing strategic plans, developing and implementing key performance indicators/metrics, leading organization wide programs, and/or leading change will be considered an asset.
- Success in this position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to effectively communicate, critical thinking, problem solving and decisions making alongside a demonstrated ability to manage staff.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Calgary Transit
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 1417C 33 Street SW
Compensation: Level M2E $148,900 - 186,100 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: November 27, 2025
Job ID #: 312825
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Leader, Infrastructure and Systems Performance
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Leader of Infrastructure and Systems Performance in Transit Service Systems you will be responsible for creating, planning, and implementing Divisional strategies and sustaining the short- and long-term vision and objectives of Calgary Transit (CT). You will play a key role in developing and updating business plans and budget processes for our long-range strategic plans. Primary duties include:
- Manage and complete hiring, coaching, mentoring, performance management, employee development, workload management, and leading a team of direct and indirect reports that oversee our Asset Management strategy and plan, including the asset condition assessment program.
- Develop, monitor, and report on operational and project performance in monthly reports to the Director and General Manager.
- Integrate safety, environmental, and climate resiliency into building and refining a risk-based asset management and life cycle management strategy for the varied, fixed, and mobile assets owned by CT.
- Collaborate with Divisional Leaders to develop capital projects and maintenance programs for an optimized and value driven asset life cycle management.
- Collaborate with CT Managers to ensure that short- and long-term asset performance metrics maintain the expected level of service.
- Lead the provision of strategic and operational support on various aspects of system performance, including maintenance training, certification, and compliance.
- Build divisional goals and objectives with Transit Service Systems Managers and Leaders.
- Develop, design, monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators for infrastructure and Light Rail Transit systems.
- Provide data driven analysis to the Senior Management Team for One Calgary - Service Plans and Budget discussions with Council.
- Collaborate with Corporate Priorities and Investment teams to create and submit supplemental grant/funding applications for division initiatives.
- Develop, maintain, and sustain our Program and Project Management Framework. Coordinate a streamlined adoption and sustainment of the program and P2M by all sections and divisions within CT.
- Realign and maintain the updated Technical Document Committee Terms of Reference (TOR) and scope.
- Monitor and analyze financial reporting, including divisional capital and operational expenditures against allocated budget, and work with leaders to identify opportunities to maximize the utilization of funds for delivering services as well as resolve any discrepancies.
Qualifications
- A degree in Engineering with at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience leading and managing engineering and construction projects obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details.
- At least 2 years of experience supervising staff.
- Experience with creating and implementing strategic plans, developing and implementing key performance indicators/metrics, leading organization wide programs, and/or leading change will be considered an asset.
- Success in this position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to effectively communicate, critical thinking, problem solving and decisions making alongside a demonstrated ability to manage staff.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Calgary Transit
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 1417C 33 Street SW
Compensation: Level M2E $148,900 - 186,100 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: November 27, 2025
Job ID #: 312825
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.