Infrastructure Assessment Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

The Asset Management Branch is responsible for the cost-effective management of the City’s $20 billion public works infrastructure assets, carrying out or overseeing the provision of planning, analysis and needs evaluation specifications, and Request for Proposal (RFP) development, evaluation and selection.

You are responsible for planning and/or leading assigned infrastructure assessment studies and projects relating to the City’s road, sidewalk, pathway and guide rail infrastructures.  You also lead the section’s investigation of associated problems and inquiries, and provide other infrastructure assessment services, analyses and support to the section.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and practical experience in the assessment of linear network systems’ infrastructure and renewal technologies 

KNOWLEDGE

• Complex municipal infrastructure systems (such as roads, sidewalks, pathways and guide rails)
• Infrastructure rehabilitation techniques and theories
• Engineering planning, design, construction/rehabilitation pertaining to the work, and related national, provincial and municipal engineering standards, inclusion legislation, regulations, codes and By-law
• In-depth knowledge of the City’s infrastructure, including design, operations and performance
• Methods and techniques used in planning, organizing, and carrying out assigned studies/projects
• Principles for evaluation of deficiencies in infrastructure system components
• Legal issues pertaining to infrastructure system components, specifically related to the preparation of supporting documentation for proceedings regarding litigation, contract disputes and cost sharing
• Working knowledge of Infrastructure Management Systems, digital inventories and schematic mapping with an ability to determine data requirements, feasibility and architecture to manage the inventory
• General knowledge of renewal and rehabilitation technology methods
• Computer applications pertaining to data base management, GIS, spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail and use of the Intranet and Internet
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize specific system needs using all sources of existing information and objective engineering assessments
• Proven ability to provide preliminary design of specific projects including the integration of existing infrastructure and future needs
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with the public, management and all internal and external work-related contacts
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with contractors and consultants for investigation and inspection work
• Demonstrated ability to guide technical staff 
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including the  
• ability to convey information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to utilize computers and specialized software associated with the job functions
• Ability to deal effectively with multiple demands and conflicting priorities
• Ability to incorporate and apply new technologies for current use and to identify future opportunities for their application
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle contentious issues and situations
• Sound judgment
• Diplomacy, discretion and tact
• Independent, self motivated
• Flexible, adaptable and resourceful
• Creative and visionary thinker
• Effective communicator
• Team player
• Work well under pressure