Job Description
Posted Monday, March 4, 2024 at 5:00 a.m. | Expires Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 3:59 a.m. The City of Quinte West is situated on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte.We are located directly along the Highway 401 corridor approximately 1.5 hours east of Toronto and 2.5 hours west of Ottawa. Over 46,560 people make Quinte West home.Quinte West’s natural setting, with its attractive scenic backdrop of rolling hills, rich farmland and clean waterways, creates a healthy environment for working, living, and raising a family. Safe, well-planned neighbourhoods and plenty of recreational activities make Quinte West the ideal place to visit or call “home”. Position: Development Inspector Department: Public Works and Environmental Services Reports to: Manager of Engineering Services Purpose and Scope: Reporting to the Manager of Engineering Services, the Development Inspector is responsible for inspecting developer initiated City infrastructure but also in assisting with the design, contract preparation, administration of construction, maintenance and upgrading of the City’s infrastructure which includes but is not limited to roads, bridges, sanitary and storm sewers, water mains, sidewalks, traffic signage, etc. Du ties and Responsibilities: The position will: Assist with the review, design and recommendation for approval, City and developer initiated municipal servicing projects including roads, water main, sanitary and storm sewers, storm water management, lot grading, drainage systems, transportation engineering, street lighting and other projects in accordance with City approved policies, standards and accepted engineering practices. Assist with the review, preparation and administration of subdivision, site plan and other development and/or engineering agreements. Assist in responding to inquiries and resolve/refer, as appropriate, complaints from property owners, builders, consultants, staff and other departments, etc. with regard to the administration of subdivision and site plan agreements and other departmental related matters. Assist in the review of site plan developments and subdivision plans, engineering drawings, draft plans, Committee of Adjustment applications, Zoning By-law and Official Plan amendments, etc. for City and developer initiated projects with respect to City and Provincial standards, existing and proposed municipal servicing, specifications, by-laws and accepted engineering practices and comments and make recommendations on same; Assist with the monitoring for progress compliance. Assist in the preparation of transportation planning studies and/or coordinate of consultant preparation of studies as assigned. Assist in the review and analysis of associated report data, etc. Assist with the preparation of traffic operation studies and review and comment on transportation issues at all stages of proposed development. Assist with the determination of the impact on road infrastructure, volume, capacity ratio, safety and recommendations for traffic control measures. Assist in the development of designs for non-standard transportation and traffic engineering projects including regulatory and passive traffic control devices. Assist in the design and coordination of the construction and maintenance of municipal service projects. Assist on construction projects, including the preparation of reports and quantity calculations and contract administration. Assist in conducting tests and correlation of data for quality control of materials used on projects. Assist in the preparation of designs, cost estimates, working drawings, plans, contract documents. Assist in the coordination of utilities, obtaining necessary government approvals, conduct construction site meetings and assist with the preparation of minutes, the preparation, advertisement and evaluation of tenders as required. Assist in the preparation of reports on roads, sanitary and storm sewers, water mains, sidewalks, drainage systems, transportation work, etc. including capacity requirements, future requirements, cost estimates for upgrading, etc. Assist office staff with various reports as required and perform various office duties as assigned. Discuss inquiries and complaints with the public which pertain to the Department. Liaise with various City and utility personnel and developers/contractors or their consultants for information and coordination. Attend various committee and internal meetings as required. Assist in the review of City specifications, standards and by-laws related to municipal engineering services and recommend revisions and/or alterations. Utilize computers for the purpose of report preparation/presentation and data collection/analysis and design calculations and design of municipal projects. Demonstrate a commitment to learning and overall professional development. Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under theOntario Occupational Health and Safety Act, other applicable legislation, best practices, City policies and procedures where applicable. Contacts: The position will have direct contact with: Internal: Director of Public Works and Environmental Services, Manager of Engineering Services and other City staff. External: General Public, Consultants, Utility Companies, Provincial Government staff and Agencies, Developers and Contractors. Education/Specialized Training/Skills: The position will require: A minimum of a three (3) year Civil Engineering Diploma from Community College. A valid Class G Driver’s Licence and a safe driving record in good standing, satisfactory to the employer. Background in municipal design utilizing Land Development software. Understanding of municipal urban, semi-urban and rural infrastructure matters including roads, bridges, water mains, sanitary and storm sewers, sidewalks, curb and gutters, drainage systems, traffic signage and pavement markings, traffic signals, etc. Strong computer skills including Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dayforce (or other similar software programs) email and internet. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong and effective analytical, strategic, critical thinking and problem solving abilities. Nice to Have: Member of the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists , or (OACETT). The ability to communicate in both English and French. Work Experience: A minimum of one (1) year directly related to plan review and design would be an asset. Nice to have: Although not required, the following would be considered an asset to the position. Decision Making: The position is responsible for providing timely accurate advice and reports to the Manager of Engineering Services and for responding to the decisions and directions generated by same. Supervision: Position does not supervise others. Regular work in an office environment. Outside work a requirement. Works outdoors most often in summer months and indoors during the winter months, required to travel to construction and work sites on a daily basis during construction season. May be called to work overtime when necessary to meet work goals. Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, grease, oil, inclement weather and noise. Appropriate personal protective equipment required. Personal information and any supporting material are collected and administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.The City of Quinte West is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 613-392-2841 ext. 1106 orhr@quintewest.cato ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.Applicants will be required to consent to the completion of a criminal reference check and the completion of a driver’s abstract, if deemed a requirement of the position.