Director Of Infrastructure And Planning

Job summary

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for municipal infrastructure, public works, utilities, transportation, capital projects, planning and development, and asset management. Advise the CAO and Council, lead departmental staff, manage budgets and projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and build relationships with community and government stakeholders.

Job details

As a member of the Town's Executive Leadership Team, the Director reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and plays a key role in shaping the strategic direction, sustainability, and growth of our community. This position provides leadership and oversight for Municipal Infrastructure, Public Works, Utilities, Transportation Networks, Capital Projects, Planning & Development, Asset Management, and associated operational services. This is an exciting opportunity for a municipal professional who is passionate about developing infrastructure, enhancing service delivery, and leading a high-performing team while contributing to the overall success of the Town of Vermilion. The Director of Infrastructure & Planning is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for: • Public Works operations and service delivery • Water, wastewater, stormwater, and utility systems • Roads, sidewalks, transportation infrastructure, and municipal facilities • Capital planning, infrastructure replacement, and construction projects • Land use planning, development, subdivision, and municipal growth initiatives • Asset management planning and lifecycle management programs • Infrastructure budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning • Procurement, tenders, contracts, and consultant management • Grant identification, applications, and reporting requirements • Regulatory compliance and adherence to municipal, provincial, and federal legislation • Development and implementation of departmental policies, bylaws, procedures, and strategic initiatives. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Director will: • Provide strategic advice and recommendations to the CAO and Council • Participate in the development and execution of organizational strategic priorities • Lead, mentor, and support departmental managers and staff • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement • Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets • Build and maintain positive working relationships with residents, developers, business owners, contractors, government agencies, regional partners, and community stakeholders • Prepare and present reports, recommendations, and presentations to Council and senior leadership.

What you’ll do

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for municipal infrastructure, public works, utilities, transportation, capital projects, planning and development, and asset management. Advise the CAO and Council, lead departmental staff, manage budgets and projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and build relationships with community and government stakeholders.

Requirements

The posting does not specify formal education, certifications, or years of experience. It indicates a senior executive-level municipal leadership role requiring the ability to oversee complex infrastructure and planning functions, lead teams, manage budgets, and advise senior leadership and Council.

Listed skills

• Policy development · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Asset Management · Preferred
• Grant Management · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic Leadership
• Public Works Operations
• Municipal Infrastructure
• Utilities Management
• Capital Planning
• Project Management
• Land Use Planning
• Development Planning
• Asset Management
• Budgeting and Financial Planning
• Procurement and Contract Management
• Grant Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Policy Development
• Team Leadership
• Stakeholder Relations

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability