HEAD, MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS STANDARDS AND OPERATIONS - Jobs in Ottawa, ON

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Attention Engineering Professionals:Are you an experienced leader with strong transportation engineering knowledge Consider this exciting opportunity within the Operations Division of the Ministry of Transportation.Note:

• The successful candidate will have the option of working from the one of the regional/satellite offices listed above.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill other similar temporary or permanent positions in the future.

About Us:The Maintenance Management Office is responsible for the overall management of the Ministrys highway maintenance responsibilities in the continued preservation and operational viability of the Provincial Highway system by establishing policies, standards, and procedures and providing functional direction in the areas of maintenance operations, special maintenance services, and vegetative management. We continue to work closely with the regional Operations Offices, our stakeholders and Area Maintenance Contractors to provide the travelling public with the safest roads in Ontario.Be sure to check out the Manager Recruitment Units Application Preparation Guide for Aspiring Managers for tips on creating an impactful application!OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontarios Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.What can I expect to do in this roleIn this role, you will:

• Lead and manage the development and implementation of policies, contract documents, processes, procedures and performance requirements necessary for the consistent, efficient and effective delivery, oversight and administration of highway maintenance, operations, contract administration, procurement and related programs.
• Lead research projects and development of IT tools to support the highway maintenance function in effectively delivering its program.
• Lead, manage and direct the activities of a section, including the effective management of financial and human resources.
• Represent the ministry regarding matters involving Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO).
• Participate with Ministry executives in formulating policy, legislation, strategic plans and program direction to further government/ministry corporate strategies and goals.
• Manage the section that provides highway maintenance and operations management expertise for the ministry.

How do I qualifyMandatory

• Must be licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
• You have a valid class “G” drivers license or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.

Leadership Skills:

• You demonstrate the leadership behaviours, attributes and mindsets to lead the OPS into the future.
• You have strategic leadership and management skills to provide leadership to a diverse, multi-disciplined team and oversee and schedule work in accordance with corporate and divisional priorities.
• You have a dedication for developing, building and leading organizational capacity through inclusive, positive, and values based leadership in areas of organizational design, recruitment, talent and performance management and labour relations matters.
• You have the ability to be responsible for the overall compliance with legislative statutes, collective agreements, government and ministry policies, directives, guidelines and commitments related services.
• You have sound judgement and political acuity skills to provide authoritative advice and guidance to senior management.

Technical Expertise:

• You have advanced knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of transportation engineering with specific knowledge and experience in the policies, standards, processes, techniques, materials, equipment and activities used to deliver highway maintenance and operations and contract administration work.
• You have knowledge and experience with performance management, performance measures, asset management, information and data management systems development and operation.
• You have in-depth knowledge of service delivery models, roles, risk management, responsibilities and accountabilities, policies and practices for procurement, financial planning and management, highway design, contract language and legal principles, industry organizations, objectives and functions of other ministries.
• You have knowledge of ministry safety, legal, environmental and cost management goals and objectives as well as applicable legislation and regulations.

Communication Skills:

• You have advanced knowledge and techniques for managing stakeholders, including communicating with senior government officials, managers, industry representatives, field staff, contractors staff and other ministries.
• You have superior communication skills to plan and communicate program direction and information through briefings, presentations, discussions and documentation.
• You have demonstrated experience planning, developing and implementing new or modified training programs, manuals and program documentation.
• You can lead, liaison and participate on working groups and task groups to consult with internal and external stakeholders and recommend changes to policies, standards, procedures, systems and tools.

Program Management Skills:

• You are able to plan, develop and implement new or modified, policies, contract documents and contract specifications, processes, procedures and performance requirements for the delivery of quality highway maintenance, operations and contract administration.
• You have prior knowledge with budgetary and financial processes to prepare, implement fiscal and performance budgets, multi-year and annual work plans, and monitor/report on budget allocations.

Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent, 301 St Paul St, St Catharines, West Region or 1355 John Counter Blvd, Kingston, East Region or 447 McKeown Ave, North Bay, North Region or 615 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 659 Exeter Rd, London, West Region or 207 Main St W, Huntsville, Central Region or 347 Preston St , Ottawa, East Region or 75 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region or 3767 Hwy 69 S, Sudbury, North Region

Compensation Group: Management Compensation PlanUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Management and GeneralPosted on: Friday, August 26, 2022Note:

• T-MT-185312/22

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