Department Manager (Edmonton/Toronto)POWER CanadaDistribution Department

 

JOB SUMMARY 

POWER Engineers Canada is currently accepting internal applications for Department Manager for Distribution Department #257 in Edmonton or Toronto.  This individual will work with area lead(s) in managing a department of engineers, designers, drafters, and administrative staff. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The successful candidate will lead POWER Engineers Canada Power Delivery Distribution Services I Dept and support the Regional Manager and Business Unit Director with tasks such as: workload coordination, delegation of assignments and the oversight, review, and completion of project work within the Department. In addition to production, this Department Manager role includes the managerial responsibilities that support the hiring, training, and development of staff members as well as interfacing with clients and other POWER offices to meet the objectives of the Business Unit.

The following are some specific job responsibilities of the position: 

Communicate with the RM on a continual basisTimecard and expense approvalsConduct employee mid-year and end of year performance reviewsProvide regular mentorship, training and development for the teamProvide Salary/Promotion/Bonus recommendationsCoordinate employee resourcingDepartment recruitmentLead proposals as required

Develop department budgets and business plans

Lead Your Team:

·        Overall Leadership

Foster adoption of POWER’s Culture, Values and Mission Identify and support the development of the next generation of leadersEvaluate strengths and weaknesses of Department resources and skill sets and focus improvement efforts where most neededPromote the corporate structure and activityProvide routine feedback/updates, concerning assigned personnel, to the Regional ManagerPromote a culture of safety

·        Business Planning and Execution

Preparation and execution of business plan strategy for department addressing overall strategy of the Region, Business Unit, and DivisionRegularly monitor Department utilization and contribution margin goals outlined in the Department business plan.Innovation and implementation of supporting tools and procedures with goal of overall process improvement Support the execution of the Knowledge Management Program (KMP)

·        Projects

Participate in production workParticipate in the Go-No-Go process and evaluate the strategic value of project opportunities. Aid in the planning and coordination of staff assignments, project resourcing, Department workload, and workflowsManage the schedules, budgets, and quality of assigned projectsEnsure proper QA/QC of work issued from DepartmentServe as a liaison between your Department and Project Management when needed

·        Marketing and Proposals

Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with current and potential distribution clientsMarketing support and proposal preparation in the form of work plan development, scheduling, and budgeting with respect to RFP responses. Involve staff in this activity as well as your own timeMake yourself available to interface with large or important local clients as they interact with your staff. This could be via project related conference calls, luncheons, etc.Build Your Team:

·        Engagement

Create an environment of respect within the department and the business unit, with a focus on maintaining high employee moraleHave a genuine interest in the professional and personal goals of your staff, such that it is evident to them that you are invested in their career.  Promote a culture where Department Area Leads and other senior staff assist you in this goalConduct reoccurring meetings with staff to discuss current issuesPrepare and administer bi-annual employee reviews utilizing a variety of self-evaluation and peer reviews. Work with Department Area Leads (AL) to ensure that there is a consistent approach to evaluating staff performance within the DepartmentMonitor employee performance, set goals and expectations, and provide coaching and feedback to improve individual and team performance within the DepartmentPass on appropriate corporate, division, and business unit information to staff as communicated by the Regional Manager or Business Unit Director

·        Training

Identification, implementation, and execution of staff training per the business planIdentify high potential employees and develop plans to prepare them for next levels of advancementLearn and develop personal skills related to successful managing of people. Invest this same training and development in senior staff members

·        Recruiting

Develop and execute annual recruiting plan for junior, midlevel and senior staff. Involve existing staff members to lead college/university recruiting efforts as required for interns, co-ops, and entry level positionsCollaborate Outside Your Team:

·        Business Unit

Seek and capitalize on opportunities to build rapport and share work with other offices Actively participate in Business Unit meetingsCoordinate with the Regional Manager and Business Unit Director regarding support of interdepartmental and interdivisional initiatives

·        Company

Collaborate with Canadian Engineering Manager, other Business Units and Divisions at POWERDevelop relationships with internal project managers and key clients to secure a steady workflow

 

Required Education/ExperienceUnderstanding of applicable design codes (e.g., CSA, AEUC, etc.)Experience using the Microsoft Office software suiteHigh emotional intelligence (self-awareness, motivation, empathy, social skills, self-regulation)Strong listening skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent teamwork and collaborative skillsExcellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills Desired Education/ExperienceUniversity degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering or a technical college diploma (Civil/Electrical)Current certification as either a P.Eng., P.L.(Eng), or P.Tech. (Eng.), within the province of Alberta, or ability to obtain within one yearFive (5) years employment at POWER, with experience managing projects and leading teamsExperience in managing/supervising personnelExperience with and established positive relationships with Edmonton office client-base

Terms of Assignment: This assignment should be considered applicable for a minimum of three (3) years, provided a viable successor has been identified and trained

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