Development Technologist

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Development Technologist, you will be responsible for the interpretation of City policy, standards, bylaws and legislation to assist developers, engineers, and staff within the Planning and Development department as well as various other business units. You will perform engineering-oriented review of development applications and provide input into the development approvals process.

Primary duties include:

• Analyze construction drawing submissions to determine the engineering design scope and establish a relevant review process for the various subject matter experts and partners.
• Collaborate and provide technical advice prior to application with developers, consulting engineers, to discuss submission and approval requirements of construction drawings.
• Conduct technical analyses/evaluations of the engineering content supplied by the subject matter experts for clarity and relevance.
• Direct consulting engineers regarding the requirements to proceed with public infrastructure construction resulting in the coordination of the utility and infrastructure inspections.
• Work with the development industry and City specialists to resolve various conditions and concerns.
• Balance the needs of The City with the development industry to ensure infrastructure is constructed in a safe, timely and effective manner.
• Interpret and apply applicable City engineering design guidelines, policies and/or legislation to each application.

Qualifications

• A completed 2-year diploma in Engineering Technology or a closely related field (such as Civil Engineering Technology) with at least 5 years' experience in municipal engineering technology.
• A Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation is also required.
• A comprehensive understanding of planning, design, construction of water/wastewater distribution systems, erosion/sediment control, development agreements, interpretation of construction drawings, bylaws, specifications, preparation of technical documents.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, formulate engineering requirements based upon the submissions and relate those concerns to various partners.
• Advanced communication skills, excellent teamwork, judgement, and problem-solving skills, and ability to make independent decisions.
• High attention to detail with a strong team and customer service focus are essential.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.