[XUB989] - Director Major Projects and Construction

Competition # : 42776 Department: Public Works Location: MILLER LAKE Type of Employment: Term Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG Closing Date: 13-May-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us Building and maintaining our provincial infrastructure is no small job. The Department of Public Works designs, constructs and maintains provincial highways, public buildings, bridges and other related infrastructure. With a mandate to provide the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, the maintenance and upkeep of our 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges is paramount to our core responsibilities. About Our Opportunity As the Director of Major Projects & Construction, you will lead the Highway Construction Services Divisions at Public Works as well as manage the construction of new infrastructure for the Department's major highway construction program; including the construction and twinning of 100 series highways throughout the Province. Primary Accountabilities Your expertise is critical in enhancing the safety of our province's road network. As the Director, you bring a wealth of expertise and innovative solutions with regards to executing all capital highway and bridge construction work carried out at the Department of Public Works. You are responsible for: - managing the delivery of many large highway or bridge projects; - leading the development of policies, standards and procedures; - the effective planning, forecasting, and management of human and financial resources; - ensuring projects are completed in accordance with technical standards and specifications, and in accordance with environment and safety legislation, acts and regulations; and - promoting and supporting the use of new methods, materials and technologies initiated through innovative design. You use your strong critical thinking and analytical skills as you often balance multi-dimensional problems. Daily, you promote strong relationships and foster collaboration and engagement with diverse stakeholders and staff. Effective conflict resolution and negotiation skills are key to effectively managing projects with regulatory authorities, contractors, consultants and designers. Qualifications and Experience You must have an Engineering Degree combined with several years' leadership experience. You must be (or meet the requirements to be) actively registered as a Full Member (P.Eng) with Engineers Nova Scotia (ENS). You must have a valid driver's license and the ability to travel. To succeed in this challenging role, you must draw from a high standard of engineering expertise and knowledge of innovative best practices. You must be a collaborative manager who energizes their team to strive towards achieving successful project outcomes; exemplifying the Department's values in all aspects of work. You must also demonstrate: - significant experience with major highway and bridge construction; - an understanding of environmental acts, regulations, and legislation; - a thorough technical understanding of structural, civil, highway design, and environmental engineering; - sound project management abilities; and - familiarity with tendering. Experience managing Pavement Management Services, specifically as they relate to transportation and civil construction sectors, is considered an asset. The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation. Please go to the following link for more information: LEADS (novascotia.ca). We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. Benefits Based on the employment status the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees. Working Conditions Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day. You may be required to work overtime on occasion. The majority of your work is conducted in a comfortable office environment with moderate travel required within the Province. There is pressure to meet deadlines while juggling a diverse number of projects that require ongoing planning/revising. You must be able to manage stressful, complex situations and balance many different issues and considerations. Work is often subject to extensive scrutiny and criticism by the public and by the diverse communities served. Additional Information This is a Term employment opportunity with anticipated end date of March 31, 2026. What We Offer - Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. - Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies. - Countless Career Paths. Pay Grade: EC 14 Salary Range: $4,461.45 - $5,576.81 Bi-Weekly Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application. Current government employees may access this posting through the link below: PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.