SENIOR WATERWORKS INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER

PINTER currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Waterworks Infrastructure Engineer in our Municipal Engineering Group, specializing in potable water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure - assessment, design, project, and construction management.  The position is available in either the Saskatoon or Regina Offices.

Qualifications:

• University Degree: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil or Environmental discipline)
• Current P. Eng. registration with a Canadian jurisdiction, or the ability to obtain APEGS registration within 1 year
• Have or be eligible for Permission to Consult (within 6 months of employment) in water and wastewater
• 10+ years of progressive experience in municipal services; planning, design, and construction activities

Skills and Experience:

• Direct prior work experience with projects in water & wastewater treatment, and stormwater management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Report and proposal writing
• Proven ability to work with minimal oversight
• Direct project management and construction management experience
• Demonstrated ability to meet schedules, budgets and client expectations
• Extensive prior experience with onsite inspections and assessments of treatment plants, lift stations, and lagoons
• Familiar with regulations

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting clients by identifying pragmatic, economical, and suitable options for solutions to water problems
• Evaluating alternatives and selecting appropriate treatment and processes and equipment
• Preparing concept plans and preliminary designs for new infrastructure, rehabilitation, and retrofit projects
• Preparing cost estimates, permit applications, and detailed designs for advanced stage projects
• Surveying, quantity estimation, construction inspection, and contract administration
• Value engineering analysis to justify solutions with positive economic indicators
• Supervision and mentoring of subordinates

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Personal Attributes:
The successful candidate will be:

• Energetic and dynamic
• Able and willing to work in a Team environment
• Self motivated and be able and willing to work alone
•  Interested in building a career and strong reputation in municipal engineering

PINTER & Associates Ltd. (PINTER) is an award winning, Saskatchewan based, locally owned and operated consulting engineering firm.  PINTER offers services to the public, industry, government, and First Nations in the areas of municipal, environmental, and geotechnical engineering, and safety consulting.  With offices in Saskatoon and Regina, for the past 24 years, PINTER has supported clients locally and across Western Canada with a diverse staff of highly trained and experienced professionals.

PINTER is an equal opportunity employer.  Prior experience in working with First Nations would be considered an asset for this position.  This position is available immediately.  Remuneration and benefits will be competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

Qualified candidates who are highly motivated and eager should submit their resume and cover letter in confidence to PINTER & Associates Ltd. at [email protected].  We thank all applicants for their time and interest in PINTER, however only applicants being considered will be contacted. 

SENIOR MUNICIPAL/CIVIL ENGINEER

PINTER currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Municipal/Civil Engineer in our Municipal Engineering Group, specializing in roads, subdivision development, site work, water/sewer lines and landfills.

We want to hear from you if you bring dedication, commitment, and innovation that exceeds expectations for service, quality, and value.  You strive to build and maintain strong long term relationships with your staff, clients, and communities - based on integrity and respect.  A self-directed employee who looks for opportunities and imagines fresh possibilities.  You will step up and take ownership in solving problems and achieving the right results.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients by identifying pragmatic, economical, innovative and suitable options for solutions for infrastructure problems
• Evaluate alternatives and selecting appropriate solutions for municipal infrastructure challenges
• Prepare concept plans and preliminary designs for new infrastructure, rehabilitation and retrofit projects
• Prepare cost estimates, permit applications, and detailed designs for advanced stage projects
• Develop specifications and tenders
• Field surveying, quantity estimations, construction inspection and contract administration
• Value engineering analysis to justify solutions with positive economic indicators
• Undertake technical and feasibility studies
• Assess potential risks, materials and costs
• Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies
• Monitor progress and compile reports in project status
• Manage budget and purchase equipment/materials
• Ensure the project complies with legal requirements, especially health and safety
• Oversee and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders
• Undertake business development work - bring an established network
• Write winning proposals
• Make cold calls and follow leads

Skills & Competencies:

• B.Sc. in Civil, Municipal or Infrastructure Engineering
• 8+ years of progressive experience in municipal services, planning, design and construction activities
• Current P. Eng. registration with a Canadian jurisdiction, or the ability to obtain APEGS registration within one year
• Direct prior work experience with projects in roads, water/sewer lines, subdivision development, landfills, lagoons, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and a willingness to function in a team based environment
• Proven ability to work with minimal oversight and demonstrated self initiative
• Extensive prior experience with onsite inspections and assessments of civil engineering projects
• Well developed client management expertise
• Project Management and supervisory expertise
• Aptitude for general construction methods

Personal Attributes:

• Outgoing and able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Detailed oriented, but able to plan and see the "big picture"
• Energetic and self motivated
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Excellent leadership and human resources management skills
• Aptitude to delegate tasks to those capable of completing them, or assign workers to oversee areas of a project
• Can evaluate progression and adherence to deadlines on a routine basis.  When something changes, you may need to re-prioritize your planned activities and tasks
• Ability to mentor junior staff
• Skilled in problem solving by considering potential problems faced in a project.  Come up with solutions to problems that others have not considered
• Ability to work as a team player, understand how to create a teamwork environment, a willingness to help coworkers and to further the interests of all departments
• Able to accept constructive criticism and be patient with others' shortcomings
• Continue personal technical growth

PINTER & Associates Ltd. (PINTER) is an award winning, Saskatchewan based, locally owned and operated consulting engineering firm.  PINTER offers services to the public, industry, government, and First Nations would be considered an asset for this position.  This position is available immediately.  Remuneration and benefits will be competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

Qualified candidates who are highly motivated and eager should submit their resume and cover letter in confidence to PINTER & Associates Ltd at [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their time and interest in PINTER, however only applicants being considered will be contacted.