Supervisor of Development Construction
Who We Are
In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes.
The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame.
The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day.
Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work.
We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community.
Let’s grow together.
What You Will Get To Do
The successful candidate will have a positive impact on our corporate culture by demonstrating the Town’s CARE core values (Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Engaged) through daily interactions with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts and elected officials.
By effectively building positive rapport and relationships both internally and externally, the successful candidate will help us achieve our mission that together we deliver services that make a difference in our community.
Reporting to the Manager of Municipal Construction, the Supervisor of Development Construction is responsible for managing all construction activities on subdivision and site plans from initial construction through to completion. Regular duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- providing strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, advice and guidance to all staff within the division;
- managing, overseeing and administering all aspects of the Town’s construction processes for subdivisions and site plans including ensuring procedures, standards and specifications are compatible with development standards;
- actively reviewing, meeting and negotiating with external stakeholders and/or contractors to ensure project completion within stipulated timelines and/or budgets;
- review and approve L/C requests for subdivision and site plans;
- preparing and pursuing notices of non-compliance, arranging alternate contractors and/or approving additional work while drawing on the letter of credits;
- preparing Assumption By-Laws;
- representing the Town, in conjunction with appropriate parties, during investigations and/or court processes, relating to subdivision and site plan developments for insurance claims and/or law suits;
- formulating reports and correspondence in relation to a variety of construction related issues and/or inquiries;
- staying abreast of industry changes and/or innovations in order to review and recommend new products and update contracts to ensure the Town is meeting construction norms, standards and specifications;
- partnering with Human Resource Services to respond to employee and/or labour relation issues, including change initiatives, organizational development and/or recruitment;
- maintaining strong working relationships and open communication while responding to and/or resolving inquiries from various internal and external sources including, but not limited to, staff across the organization, Town Council, senior management, business owners, consultants, contractors and the general public;
- ensuring federal, provincial and municipal legislative requirements are adhered to including the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Book 7, OPSD, CLOACA, etc.; and,
- other related duties as required.
Who You Are
An ideal candidate for the Supervisor of Development Construction position is an enthusiastic, innovative and visionary leader that understands what it takes to build a vibrant community. You best thrive when coaching and mentoring a team while placing an emphasis on safety, collaboration and support through organizational change initiatives.
You are able to align and integrate multiple contracts and/or projects which enables you and your team, to achieve goals. Fast paced environments energize you. Your knowledge and experience in the field allows you to successfully navigate through complex challenges and recommend innovative solutions. You are someone who demonstrates tact, diplomacy and sound discretion and in turn is able to establish and maintain positive relationships with diverse groups of people.
What You Bring To Our Team
As the successful applicant, you must possess:
- a post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering or related discipline;
- a P.E.O. designation in good standing from the Professional Engineers Ontario, or a certified member of the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) (minimum C. Tech. Designation);
- a minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in municipal engineering with supervisory responsibilities (in a Union environment), contract administration, inspection and project management;
- strong working knowledge of Subdivision and Site plan agreements;
- strong technical, analytical and reasoning skills to ensure accuracy and efficiency within the division;
- considerable fiscal and budget management skills;
- intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel);
- a thorough understanding of municipal government, related legislation and industry best practices; and,
- A valid, unrestricted Class “G” Licence, maintained in good standing.
What We Offer You
- Salary: $109,693 – $124,652 per annum (Band 12)
- A comprehensive benefits and pension program to ensure that your total compensation package addresses both your work and life needs.
- A hybrid work environment and flexible work arrangements where employees are empowered to do their best work in the way that works for them. This is designated as a Frontline Hybrid role. Frontline Hybrid recognizes that up to 40% of job functions associated with the role can be done virtually, from a remote office. Further details on these programs will be discussed through the selection process.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
At the Town of Whitby, our values guide everything that we do. We celebrate our differences, which is why we are committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment for our team. If you need a specific accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to provide. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited for an interview.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Posting Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
Union Affiliation: No Affiliation
Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (thirty-five hours per week).
Flex hours and additional hours may be required.
Application Deadline: Sunday, March 23, 2025
