Division Manager, Sewer & Drainage Technical Services - Vancouver, BC

Our Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking a Division Manager, Sewer & Drainage Technical Services who will be responsible for providing leadership to a team of exempt and unionized technical staff that help support the operation, repair, and upgrade of wastewater and drainage conveyance facilities, in-house construction services, interagency utility projects, and sewage/drainage flow and rainfall measurement.

 You are: An energetic leader and strategic thinker with operations and engineering experience in the utilities field, and strong change and people management skills. If this sounds like you, you should join our team.

The Division Manager, Sewer & Drainage Technical Services reports to the Director Operations & Maintenance Wastewater Collection & Drainage.

This role:

· Leads division of engineering and technical staff responsible for the overall performance, operation and maintenance of Metro Vancouver’s wastewater collection infrastructure including collection system piping infrastructure, pump stations, odour and corrosion control facilities, drainage channels and piping (including a dam), and wastewater detention tanks. Leads and manages complex work including in-house operations and capital engineering projects; metering and billing services; and the safe and effective conveyance of liquid waste to Metro Vancouver’s wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) facilities. Works to provide technical support for fieldbased wastewater collections and drainage operations staff. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

 · Accountable for the Division’s budget preparation and reporting and ensures the appropriate allocation of resources within the approved budget. Monitors and controls spending and ensures the effective and efficient expenditure of allocated funds. Contributes to the preparation of long range financial plans. Develops and implements strategic initiatives and guides staff on cost control.

· Provides strategic direction for the development and implementation of systems and processes to enable the continual assessment of wastewater collection infrastructure and determine the overall condition of assets. Provides overall direction for the division’s preventative maintenance program and provides guidance for metering and billing activities.

· Adopts relevant operating and maintenance practices and technologies as appropriate and delivers system optimization projects ensuring Metro Vancouver’s sewer and drainage infrastructure operates effectively and efficiently. Ensures project components are optimally coordinated, ensures availability of dependencies and coordinates work with adjacent projects or other initiatives as required.

· Provides strategic direction for the resolution of problems arising in the delivery of projects and prepares and delivers progress reports to senior managers and political committees as required. Writes and reviews reports, technical memos and drawings and delivers presentations to various audiences.

· Provides overall guidance and strategic direction for major shutdowns of the operating systems and ensures optimal coordination of work with relevant parties. Reviews and approves contingencies for unforeseen events to ensure no risk to the environment, interruption to services or risk to public and worker safety.

· Responsible for supervising, directing and motivating staff and monitors performance towards division, department and corporate objectives. Ensures staff adhere to corporate and board policies and work within existing policies, procedures and strategies. Develops new systems, policies and procedures for divisional activities.

· Leads, coaches, mentors and develops staff recognizing the importance of leadership, supervisory and technical training; develops and sustains a flexible workforce encouraging staff to pursue opportunities that complement their skills and experience.

· Leads the implementation of various programs and strategic initiatives and ensures the division’s activities are consistent with the organization’s values and goals. Provides leadership to address critical and complex project emergencies; coordinates staff and makes decisions about how to best move forward.

 · Liaises with other divisions, departments, external agencies, regulators, municipalities, private businesses, and the public on various issues affecting the division’s work; partners with consultants and technical associations to further objectives. Ensures adequate engagement and communication in early project stages to incorporate relevant operating and maintenance considerations and to garner support and resources to complete work.

 · Provides advice and guidance on approach and problem situations to others within Metro Vancouver and on behalf of the organization to contacts external to the organization; represents the organization to the media, elected officials, and the public as required.

· Performs other related duties as required.

To be successful, you have:

· University degree in engineering or other relevant field and 10 years of recent, related progressive experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

· Formal professional or technical designation in appropriate area of expertise.

· Extensive technical expertise and understanding of regulatory requirements related to the design, construction, operations and maintenance of Metro Vancouver’s wastewater collection infrastructure including knowledge of the safety and municipal by-law requirements. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex system engineering optimization projects involving multi-disciplinary teams and coordination with other divisions.

· Excellent budgeting and financial management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage and monitor budgets, meet financial objectives and ensure the effective and efficient expenditure of allocated funds. Excellent contract administration and project management skills including the ability to resolve complex issues.

Excellent written and oral communication skills including sound report writing and presentation skills. Persuasively communicates complex information to diverse audiences and upholds the reputation of the organization in communications with external agencies, the media, elected officials, and the public.

· Ability to build and maintain respectful working relationships; skill in dealing openly and tactfully in a variety of situations. Proven ability to use judgment to resolve complex challenges; flexible and able to develop and revise strategies to address problems and changing circumstances. Demonstrates persistence in overcoming obstacles and considers the diverse and long term implications of decisions beyond the work at hand.

 · Contributes to the team with constructive ideas and experiences; effectively deals with disagreements to prevent escalation of conflict; seeks to include team members in decisions that will impact them. Ability to make complex and sometimes controversial decisions and effectively administer work through unforeseen conditions. Strong organizational and time management skills.

· Ability to lead, supervise, coach and guide others while enhancing individual and team effectiveness. Ability to mentor and foster the development of direct reports and provide leadership to a number of ‘support but does not report’ working relationships. Sound understanding of and ability to apply labour and employee relations principles and practices including applicable collective agreements.

· Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.

 · Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.

Our Vision:

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations. At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve.

To apply for this opportunity, please email your resume, cover letter, and total remuneration expectations to:

Allan Welyk
President & Director
ELEVATE Search Group

Email: allan@elevatesearchgroup.com

Web:www.elevatesearchgroup.com

Elevate Search Group collaborates and partners with companies to identify, recruit, and retain top-tiered professionals within all levels of leadership and non-leadership careers within business development, sales, marketing, operations, human resource, and supply chain management. Our client profiles range from local, regional, national, and global organizations.

Our client portfolio ranges from Public Sector, NPO, and the Private Sector. 

80% of our projects are leadership based, and the remaining 20% are non-leadership opportunities. 

Program Manager, Housing Business Development - Vancouver, BC

Our Regional Planning and Housing Services Department is seeking a Program Manager, Housing Business Development who will analyze and advance new affordable housing development opportunities.  

You are a collaborative professional passionate about finding creative approaches to deliver new affordable homes in our region who brings a strong understanding of development finance and approvals. 

The Program Manager, Housing Business Development reports to the Director, Housing Planning.

This role:

 · Leads a team of professional staff and works as a specialist responsible for generating, analyzing and advancing concepts for viable development and redevelopment opportunities for Metro Vancouver Housing (MVH). Works with the Director to create strategies and targets that support strategic Board and corporate directions to increase the supply of affordable housing units in the region.

· Participates in the creation of comprehensive, portfolio-based development strategies; conducts scenario analysis to provide periodic updates to MVH’s Affordable Housing Plan and real estate strategy.

 · Leads new developments during the initial concept stage; oversees development documents from architects and other design consultants and runs development pro-formas to ensure concepts are viable, cost effective and meet MVH, municipal and funder requirements for affordability. 

· Stewards housing (re)development plans through municipal permit processes to the rezoning and development permit stage; ensures projects achieve approvals within benchmarked timeframes. Works closely with the construction team to ensure projects are compliant with all municipal requirements.

 · Guides and prepares complex funding applications; negotiates business terms with other levels of government, non-profit organizations, and other external stakeholders. Builds and maintains strong relationships with funders and private sector partners. Identifies and secures grants to support financing of affordable housing developments. 

· Contributes to budget preparation, reporting and resource allocations; monitors and controls spending ensuring effective and efficient expenditure of funds. Works closely with the Director to determine priorities and contributes to the preparation of long-range strategic plans of the division.  

 · Hires, supervises, directs, and develops staff monitoring performance towards division, department and corporate objectives; ensures adherence to collective agreements and corporate policies and provides feedback regarding development and performance expectations. Leads, coaches and mentors staff recognizing the importance of leadership, supervisory and technical training; develops and sustains a flexible workforce encouraging staff to pursue opportunities that complement their skills and experience. 

· Works collaboratively with staff and acts as a resource to resolve complex technical, operational or interpersonal issues they encounter while doing their work. Ensures common understanding of long-term goals and contributes to the strategic planning initiatives of the division and department.

 · Remains current with industry and technical developments, and market trends to best guide the direction of Metro Vancouver Affordable Housing. 

 · Performs other related duties as required. 

To be successful, you have:

· University degree or diploma in Business, Commerce, Urban Land Economics, Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or other relevant discipline. 7 years recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

· Prior experience delivering non-market affordable rental housing and familiarity with government funding programs for housing affordability are assets.

 · Extensive technical expertise and strong understanding of relevant planning principles, methodologies, practices. and research techniques related to the evaluation of business development opportunities for MVH. Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership amongst various disciplines, departments and external stakeholders.

 · A strong understanding of development financials and demonstrated ability to assessing the viability of housing projects through detailed pro-formas. 

· Demonstrated ability to prepare complex funding applications and negotiate business terms with other levels of government, non-profit organizations, and other external stakeholders.

 · Ability to work under broad direction and use independent judgment to provide advice on issues of consequence for the organization.

 · Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively listen, persuade others, and resolve complex problems using a high degree of independent judgment. Superior business writing skills including the ability to write memos and reports.  Exceptional attention to detail and demonstrates flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances.

· Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts under circumstances that may be political and sensitive. Skill in dealing openly, tactfully, and sensitively in a variety of situations including dealings with the public, member municipalities, government agencies, and contractors.  Builds a strategic network of relationships with outside groups relevant to field of specialty.  Ability to establish clear expectations and effectively resolve differences; strong ability to prevent the escalation of conflict. 

 · Proven ability to use judgment to resolve complex problems; ability to develop new procedures and plans to address problems considering the long-term implications of decisions and actions. Seeks to include staff in decisions that will impact them; works cooperatively to resolve differences of opinion. 

 · Ability to manage a complex portfolio of work while establishing ambitious and challenging goals; demonstrates persistence in overcoming obstacles.

  · Sound ability to supervise, coach and guide others while enhancing individual and team effectiveness. Ability to mentor and foster the development of direct reports.

  · Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

 · Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.

Our Vision: 

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve.

Shape a Place Where People Want to be – Join the MetroVancouver Leadership Team!

 To apply for this opportunity, please email your resume, cover letter, and total remuneration expectations to:

Allan Welyk
President & Director
ELEVATE Search Group

Email: allan@elevatesearchgroup.com

Web:www.elevatesearchgroup.com

Elevate Search Group collaborates and partners with companies to identify, recruit, and retain top-tiered professionals within all levels of leadership and non-leadership careers within business development, sales, marketing, operations, human resource, and supply chain management. Our client profiles range from local, regional, national, and global organizations. 

Our client portfolio ranges from Public Sector, NPO, and the Private Sector.  80% of our projects are leadership based, and the remaining 20% are non-leadership opportunities.

Program Manager, Prevention Services - Vancouver, BC

Shape a place where people want to be. Apply now!

 As Program Manager, Prevention Services who will lead a team of safety and industrial hygiene professionals in support of safety services for all departments.  Bring your previous experience with the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of safety standards, programs, training, exposure monitoring, and prevention initiatives to an already robust Safety Management System and to advance the organization’s safety culture. 

This position is responsible for their incident reporting and investigations systems and WorkSafeBC claims and reviews/appeals.  Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills are required to liaise with internal and external partners and multi-disciplinary teams.

You are an experienced safety leader with 7 years of recent, related innovative and progressive experience supplemented by a bachelor’s degree in a science related discipline, or diploma in occupational health and safety, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

You have exceptional technical and communication skills and strive for continuous improvement.  You will work to strengthen and promote the organization’s health and safety culture.  You understand the importance of regulatory compliance and have the ability to build and maintain strong and innovative safety systems. You work collaboratively in a team environment.

 The Program Manager, Prevention Services reports to the Director, Corporate Safety.

 This role:

Manages the Prevention Services program and provides strategic direction and oversight for the development, implementation and maintenance of standards and programs for the Safety Management System (SMS) for their Troubleshoots issues that arise and works with multidisciplinary teams to resolve; measures the success of corporate safety programs and addresses shortfalls.

Responsible for overseeing high-risk work activities, programs and interactions with WorkSafeBC related to regulatory compliance. Collaborates with managers and the union to implement safe work procedures and standards.   

Responsible for supporting all WorkSafeBC incidents claims management. Reviews claims and analyzes incidents to determine if there are preventative measures to implement. Works in collaboration with Human Resources to advise managers on return-to-work issues and encourages modified return-to-work plans where appropriate.

Guides staff on matters related to the WorkSafeBC Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, the Workers Compensation Act and on specific incidents or issues at regular meetings and working groups such as the Joint Safety Council, Joint Health and Safety Committee, and crew safety meetings. 

May represent the organization in WorkSafeBC claims appeals and review board hearings; Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) hearings; and occupational safety and health hearings. Prepares submissions to WorkSafeBC regarding notices of compliance and responds to inspection orders under review or appeal. Oversees the corporate incident reporting and investigation system (IRIS) and ensures the organization’s submissions comply with criteria and deadlines.

Oversees the provision of safety training and industrial hygiene services in support of identified prevention initiatives and strategic safety objectives.

Keeps current on changes to safety related regulations and legislation and advises on necessary adjustments to the corporate safety management system. Communicates changes and ensures new guidelines are implemented and understood by all relevant parties. Maintains contact with local university and post-secondary health and safety programs and current research, trends and developments in the safety industry. 

Builds relationships with municipal, public sector and private sector health and safety specialists to further knowledge of best practices. Participates on relevant committees and associations such as the BC Municipal Safety Association, BC Water and Wastewater Association, the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering, and the American Industrial Hygiene Association (BC-Yukon).

Accountable for the Corporate Safety/Prevention Services and Safety Training budget preparation and reporting; ensures the appropriate allocation of costs. Monitors and controls spending to ensure the effective and efficient expenditure of allocated funds; guides and directs staff on cost control; and contributes to the preparation of long range financial plans.

Responsible for hiring, supervising, directing and motivating staff and monitors performance towards corporate objectives; ensures staff adhere to corporate and board policies. Leads, coaches, mentors and develops staff recognizing the importance of training. Resolves technical, operational or relational issues staff encounter while doing their work

Performs duties as one of several their corporate safety duty officers on a 24/7 rotational basis. Responsible for coordinating the response, notifications and actions required to address emergencies and incidents.

Performs other related duties as required.

To be successful, you have:

7 years of recent, related experience supplemented by a bachelor’s degree in a science related discipline, or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Designation or eligibility to immediately obtain designation as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP).

Considerable knowledge and ability to interpret and apply relevant regulations, legislation and acts such as WCB legislation and the BC Occupational Health and Safety regulations in a complex multi-union environment. Sound knowledge and understanding of safety management system principles.  Demonstrated expertise in addressing compliance issues and managing WCB claims, appeals and hearings.

Demonstrated knowledge of the safety related considerations and processes for a large scale utility engineering and heavy construction employer. Demonstrated and applied knowledge of high risk work activities and programs related to confined space entry, lockout, fall protection and technical rescue.

Proven ability to use judgment to resolve complex challenges; flexible and able to develop and revise strategies to address problems and changing circumstances. Demonstrates persistence in overcoming obstacles and considers the diverse and long term implications of decisions beyond the work at hand. Strong organizational and time management skills. 

Sound budgeting and financial management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage and monitor budgets, meet financial objectives and ensure the effective and efficient expenditure of allocated funds. 

 Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively listen, persuade others, and support the resolution of problems. Ability to guide managers on occupational health and safety issues, identify problems and provide recommendations for change. Displays a high degree of professionalism and tact.

 Excellent business writing skills, including the ability to write non-routine correspondence regarding claims or appeals. Excellent oral presentation skills for diverse audiences including the WorkSafeBC review division, Workers Compensation Appeal Tribunal and employees.

 Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts under circumstances that may be highly sensitive and adversarial. Skill in dealing openly, tactfully and sensitively in a variety of situations including dealings with the public, member municipalities and other stakeholders. Builds a strategic network of relationships with outside groups relevant to field of specialty. Contributes to the team with constructive ideas and experiences; effectively deals with disagreements to prevent escalation of conflict; seeks to include team members in decisions that will impact them.

Sound ability to lead, supervise, coach and guide others while enhancing individual and team effectiveness.  Ability to mentor and foster the development of direct reports and provide advice to a number of ‘support but does not report’ working relationships. Sound understanding of and ability to apply labour and employee relations principles and practices including applicable collective agreements.

Proficiency using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s

Our Vision: 

This Company embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

They are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve.

To apply for this opportunity, please email your resume, cover letter, and total remuneration expectations to:

Allan Welyk
President & Director
ELEVATE Search Group Email: allan@elevatesearchgroup.com Web:www.elevatesearchgroup.com