Directeur(trice) des travaux publics, SC-6J301

About the organization

A municipal organization focused on high-quality public services, responsible infrastructure management and sustainable local development. It is hiring a Public Works Director to support continuous improvement and lead municipal operations.

Position overview

Reporting to the General Management team, the Public Works Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling the department. This leader must deliver safe, reliable and efficient public services consistent with municipal council and executive objectives.

Key duties

• Lead strategic planning and day-to-day public works operations.
• Plan, organize, direct and oversee departmental teams and activities.
• Supervise municipal buildings, road maintenance, mechanical operations, water and sewer systems, parks, green spaces and horticultural services.
• Ensure services meet applicable municipal standards and safety requirements and remain efficient and continuous.
• Work with engineering, technical services, urban planning and environmental departments on coordinated projects.
• Participate in infrastructure maintenance, modernization and improvement planning.
• Recommend purchases of vehicles, equipment, materials and other resources.
• Manage departmental budgets and optimize available resources.
• Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and municipal best practices.
• Advise the General Management team on public works and infrastructure.
• Promote positive workplace culture and staff development.

Education and professional experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a relevant field.
• Additional management or administration training is an asset.
• Active membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec is an asset.
• At least five years of management experience in municipal or public organizations.
• Strong operations, infrastructure and municipal service management background.
• Excellent understanding of public works and municipal asset management.

Skills

• Excellent planning and priority-setting capabilities.
• Motivational leadership and proven team-management experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability when managing several overlapping projects.
• Excellent spoken and written French and good knowledge of English.

Compensation and benefits

• Permanent executive position, 38 hours per week.
• Compressed four-day schedule, Monday–Thursday, 7:00–12:00 and 13:00–17:30.
• Strong group insurance plan with municipal contribution.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Direct involvement in improved municipal infrastructure and citizen services.
• Stimulating public-service environment and major municipal initiatives.

Location: Laurentides, Québec. Reference: SC-6J301. Submit an application through Côté Personnel's official job portal.