Join the Lifecycle Management Section within Integrated Infrastructure Services as our Open Space Infrastructure Inventory Coordinator. In this key permanent full-time role, you will lead the Open Space Infrastructure Assessment team, dedicated to the supervision, management, and in-depth analysis of field data for our parks' engineered assets, including trails, roads, parking lots, stairs, and retaining structures. Your work directly contributes to the City's long-term asset planning and ensures the safety and longevity of our valuable open spaces. You will play a critical role in developing and implementing advanced assessment methodologies, ensuring data quality within our sophisticated geospatial systems, and shaping major capital program strategies. We are looking for an experienced leader with a passion for asset management, precise data integrity, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing technical team.

What will you do?

• Lead the Open Space Infrastructure Assessment team, including the hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management of seasonal GIS field assessment technicians, and manage their daily office and field work schedules
• Manage the comprehensive inventory of engineered open space assets, ensuring the highest quality and integrity of data within our corporate Geographic Information System (AEGIS) through rigorous quality control checks and software such as FME (Feature Manipulation Engine)
• Develop and implement innovative assessment methodologies and technical procedures, including evaluating new technologies like drones and AI for image processing, to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of data collection and asset condition reporting
• Conduct in-depth asset planning, performance analysis, and risk management, including economic benefit and life cycle cost analysis, to support the development of repair/replacement strategies and the annual 4-year capital program
• Complete technical reports related to asset assessment and renewal, utilizing code analysis (National, Provincial, Utility, and City of Edmonton Codes/Standards) to ensure compliance
• Collaborate with internal City teams, consultants, civil/building construction personnel, and other interested parties on data collection, maintenance, and asset condition inquiries

Qualifications:

• Completion of a diploma in engineering technology or an undergraduate degree in engineering in an appropriate specialty (e.g., Civil, Structures, Building, Geological/Geotechnical).
• Coursework or demonstrated experience in ArcGIS, database management, and computer programming
• A minimum of five (5) years of combined experience in:
• People management
• Assessment, design, and construction of vertical (stairs, open structures, retaining structures) and horizontal structures (roads, trails, parking lots)
• Hands-on experience in ArcGIS, database structures and management, and FME or similar software
• Must be eligible to be recognized as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with ASET
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Assets:

• Direct experience in a municipal or public sector asset management and/or infrastructure environment
• Familiarity with industry standards for condition assessment such as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and various Building Codes
• Experience with the Advanced Enterprise Geographic Information System (AEGIS)

Skills required for success:

• Exceptional leadership, people management, and supervision skills to effectively guide and develop a technical field team
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within teams, manage time effectively, and deliver results under pressure with imminent deadlines
• High-level proficiency in GIS and CAD software, programming languages, and data processing tools like FME
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex or conflicting field data and translate findings into technical reports and planning documents
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills for preparing manuals, reports, and interacting effectively with the public and a wide range of internal and external partners
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( link )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• This position is classified as Safety Sensitive
• Work requires the use of a personal vehicle for City business with a valid Class 5 Driver's License
• May require occasional work in difficult or confrontational public situations
• The role includes a potential for occasional shift work, split shifts, overnight, or on-call duties
• You will be required to wear and use appropriate Protective Equipment, including safety footwear and head protection, when conducting field work
• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher

Work Environment:

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca . Learn more about our benefits here . Up to 1 permanent full-time position Hours of Work: 40 hrs/week

Salary Range: $44.9430- $56.668 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: AO/JR

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