Job ID #32356: Manager, Capital Projects & Energy Management

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

- Job ID #32356: Manager, Capital Projects & Energy Management

- Union: Non Union

- Job Description ID #: A8203

- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city (https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hamilton.ca%2Fcity-council%2Fjobs-city&data=05%7C02%7CVictoria.Miklea%40hamilton.ca%7C5f562a5353bb4bc5a14e08de4e22172b%7C60067437f484404f931646348e7340a5%7C0%7C0%7C639034105495205728%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xQ15aQu%2Bi5IQtby7a9rB2s82u6FJKy2LmCrOGyHrE58%3D&reserved=0)by 4:00 p.m. on November 25, 2026.

- Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy

- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address . External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Facilities and Energy Management, the Manager, Capital Projects and Energy Management (CPEM) will provide dynamic motivational leadership in a multi-faceted workforce with an objective to meet the needs of the client departments through effective capital planning and management of various facilities namely Recreation, library, fire, paramedics etc. The incumbent will be responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of capital projects including the future development, design, engineering and new construction of corporate facilities, the life cycle renewal of existing facilities and building components and the strategic oversight of the City's corporate energy management and utility programs.  In coordination with the Director, the Manager – SPCC will also be responsible for development of the 10-year strategic capital budget for various client groups.

Accountable for ensuring that construction activity is delivered in accordance with City and Provincial guidelines through the effective and efficient use of financial and staff resources.  Using a "best practices" approach, develops and delivers quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner.  Instils a proactive and customer service focus with true stakeholder engagement with subordinate staff. The manager will also explore various innovative approaches and models for new construction through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders while promoting energy efficiency, sustainability, and lifecycle optimization across the corporate facilities portfolio.

The Manager CPEM will take a lead role in the interpretation of requirements of existing new or revised regulations, acts, and codes as related to the efficient maintenance and operation of the City’s facilities; providing options regarding compliance, corrective action, strategic implications, legal liability and financial risk.  The Manager will plan and implement strategies to ensure continued regulatory compliance and continual improvement in all aspects of facility and energy management, including supporting corporate energy conservation, demand management, and greenhouse gas reduction objectives.

GENERAL DUTIES

Provide contract and construction delivery and management services for the delivery of the retrofit, energy efficiency and new construction capital projects, including the co-ordination of quality assurance and quality control.  Ensure projects are constructed in compliance with City, Provincial and Federal regulations or guidelines with minimal disruption to the public and in the most effective, efficient manner consistent with the City of Hamilton Mission and Vision. Ensure innovative delivery models are adopted in construction of new facilities.

Develop due diligence and design guidelines, project procedures, as well as administrative procedures pertaining to project planning and management.

Develop strategies, plans and policies to guide corporate facility development considering condition and amenities in existing infrastructure, growth needs, operational costs, capital costs, partnership opportunities, and the municipal role.

Develop strategies, plans and policies to guide Corporate Energy Management programs, utility management, energy conservation and demand management initiatives, and the integration of energy efficiency, sustainability and greenhouse gas reduction objectives into corporate facilities planning.

Monitor and assess trends in participation, utilization and design to provide advice on facility upgrades and new facility development.

Develop specific program solutions considering need, design options, capital costs, impact on operational budget, and user satisfaction.

Provide strategic oversight of corporate energy and utility programs, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements, asset management principles and long-term financial sustainability.

Develop integrated project schedules that meet the needs of operations, facility users and construction contract schedules.

Allocate and manage assigned capital projects and achieved targeted annual capital spending.

Planning and implementation of feasibility studies and condition assessment of facilities with incorporation of Net Zero and Climate adaptation lens. Oversee the development and implementation of the 5-year Corporate Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan and monitor key performance indicators related to energy consumption, utility costs and greenhouse gas emissions.

In co-ordination with the client Directors/ managers, develop a 3-year strategic business plan for the client divisions that supports the division’s mandate, incorporates long and medium term goals, and identifies detailed strategies to implement and to accomplish specific measurable and achievalble objectives on behalf of the section.  Delegate appropriate supporting action plans to subordinate project management staff.

Assist in recommending and implementing new strategies/ models/ partnerships for conducting business in most effective way.

Be proactively conscious of costs including energy conservation, utility procurement, energy generation, greenhouse gas reduction opportunities, climate resilience initiatives and revenue-generating opportunities division-wide.

Develop roster categories applicable to Facilities Management.  Act as Roster Captain, review, maintain, track, and monitor assigned roster categories.

Provide technical expertise related to environmental initiatives and implement environmental programs like ISO 14001, 14063, 50001 etc. Provide strategic direction for corporate energy management systems, utility procurement strategies and participation in external funding, incentive and renewable energy programs.

Ensure Environmental Health and Safety Audits are completed using best practices.

Contribute to the development of the capital assessment management information system and ensure Building Condition Assessments are undertaken using best practices to ensure the capital replacement needs are identified and shared across the corporation.

Develop and Implement a Compliance Audit Program for Corporate Facilities with regular reporting.

Respond to emergency situations as needed.

Provide advice to ensure all facilities are managed accoridng to the prevailing legislation, codes and regulations including but not limited to Canadian Environmental Protection Act, SOR 1999; Environmental Protection Act, Air Pollution Regulation; Refrigerants Regulation, Ozone depleting substances regulation, air emissions monitoring and reproting regulation, federal halocarbons regulation, City of Hamilton Noise By-law, Toxic Reduction Act, Ontario GHG Reporting Regulation, Certificate of Approvals, Record of Site Condition, Pesticides Act, Fisheries Act, Wells, Ontario Fire Code, Spills, Environmental Emergencies Regulation, TSSA, Liquid Fuels, Propane Storage Hanling, Installation Code for Oil Burning Equipmnet, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Hazardous Products, WHMIS, PCB Regulations, Wast Management, OHSA, Industrial Establishments, First Aid, Ontario Fire Code, ESA, OBC, Accessibility for Ontarioans with Disabilities Act (AODA), ASTM-E2018-08.

Identify and implement staff training and skills development and evaluation programs and initiatives to ensure that employees are adequately trained in areas under the realm of legislative and code compliance

Keep current with municipal, provincial and federal legislation and environmental standards, the Ontario Building Code, as well as industry standards and best practices such as those published by ASHRAE and other relevant agencies. Attend scheduled BOMA and IFMA meetings, seminars and conventions, as required.

Monitor emerging trends, legislation, technologies and best practices related to energy management, utility markets, decarbonization and renewable energy, and recommend strategies to support continuous improvement across the corporate portfolio.

Ensure co-ordination of activity on construction projects including but not limited to utilities and other agencies.  Provide contract management of consultants and the development of standards and guidelines for work performed by consultants.

Oversee the commissioning of capital projects including coordination of specifications, site meetings, scheduling, verification of contractor progress payments and deficiency documentation.

Responsible for the performance of contractors on construction projects including recommending and implementing a contractor’s performance appraisal system and associated contractor project or construction contract reviews.

Provide construction management services and technical assistance to the City Division, agencies and boards and liaises with the other City Departments as needed.

Provide direction and support to Project Management Staff and Arena, Stadium, Golf, Aquatic and Recreation Supervisors, as well as the Superintendent, Energy and Utilities and associated staff responsible for corporate energy management programs.

Recommend procedures; maintain control and monitoring of projects to ensure projects are completed within the required construction schedule, within the approved budget and spending authority including recommending for any required budget adjustments to the Director.

Recommend and implement procedures and maintain public relations through subordinate staff.

Ensure that employees are provided with and use the appropriate equipment, material and/or procedures required to perform the assigned duties.

Ensure that all employees, consultants and contractors perform work in accordance with applicable health and safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures.  Ensure that appropriate action is recommended for those employees who do not work in compliance with legislation, policies or procedures.

Write reports, prepare presentations, and compose correspondence related to major responsibilities, as well as presentations to Council, senior management and public meetings.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Extensive knowledge of the theories and practices of Construction Engineering normally acquired through the completion of a combination of a University Degree in Engineering and/or Architecture and/or Environmental studies with demonstrated relevant experience related to the duties described.  Membership with the OAA or Professional Engineers of Ontario would be preferred. Knowledge of energy management, sustainability, corporate utility management and facility decarbonization strategies is considered an asset.
Alternatively for consideration, through completion of an Engineering Technologist Diploma with demonstrated substantial and relevant work-related experience and be a member of or eligible for membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, or an equivalent combination of work experience and equivalent education.

2.    Extensive knowledge of engineering and asset management theories, practices and trends to manage large contracts and projects, including reviewing, capital budget preparation, approving and implementing work plans, schedules, and project budgets.

3.    Demonstrated knowledge of corporate energy management principles, utility procurement, energy conservation and demand management strategies, greenhouse gas reduction initiatives and lifecycle asset planning.

4.    Knowledge of Facilities Management and its 11 core competencies with a focus on Project Management and Human and Environmental Factors. Knowledge of energy management systems, building energy performance, utility management and sustainability best practices is considered an asset.

5.    Working knowledge of computer software applications, as well as CAFM (Computer Aided Facility Management Systems) and Enterprise asset management system is preferred.

6.    Knowledge of municipal, provincial and federal codes, regulations, acts and bylaws including but not limited to Canadian Environmental Protection Act, Environmental Protection Act, Air Pollution Regulation, Refrigerants Regulation, Ozone depleting substances regulation, air emissions monitoring and reproting regulation, federal halocarbons regulation, City of Hamilton Noise By-law, Toxic Reduction Act, Ontario GHG Reporting Regulation, Certificate of Approvals, Record of Site Condition, Pesticides Act, Fisheries Act, Wells, Ontario Fire Code, Spills, Environmental Emergencies Regulation, TSSA, Liquid Fuels, Propane Storage Handling, Installation Code for Oil Burning Equipmnet, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Hazardous Products, WHMIS, PCB Regulations, Wast Management, OHSA, Industrial Establishments, First Aid, Ontario Fire Code, ESA, OBC Accessibility for Ontarioans with Disabilities Act (AODA)

7.    Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards and industry best practices related to energy management, utility conservation, greenhouse gas reporting, climate action planning and energy-efficient building design

8.    Highly effective leadership, facilitation, communication, presentation, interpersonal and organizational skills.

9.    Highly developed ability to articulate a vision, lead and inspire others.

10.    Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a large multi-disciplinary staff in a results-oriented environment and in a predominantly unionized environment.

11.    Experienced in designing and delivering customer focused programs and services.

12.    Possess a demonstrated record of technical competence, customer focus, innovation/creativity, team advocacy, staff delegation and empowerment.

13.    Possess a high level of personal integrity and be an excellent communicator.

14.    Ability to deal effectively with elected officials, representatives of other levels of government, regulatory bodies, management, peers, staff and the general public.

15.    Thorough knowledge and understanding of statutes, regulations and by-laws affecting the department/section, including those related to corporate energy management, environmental compliance and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives.

16.    Demonstrated knowledge of the Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations as it relates to the position.

17.    Knowledge of collective bargaining process.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS “G” DRIVER’S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.

NOTE:

This position(s) currently requires the incumbent(s) to use their personal vehicle(s) 3 or more times per week for City business.  In accordance with the City policy, parking is provided at this time.  Should this job requirement change, parking will only be provided in accordance with the City policy in force at that time.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE