Junior or Senior Municipal Technologist
CA$31.45 - CA$41.09/hr
Junior, Mid
Associate's
Simcoe, ON, Canada
HybridPrimarily in-office, with site work and potential flexible work arrangements based on operational requirements.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management, Transportation Engineering
About the job
Requirements
- Junior role: Post-secondary education with a minimum three-year community college diploma in Civil Engineering studies or other relevant education such as Civil, Construction, Transportation, or Civil Engineering Technology.
- Junior role: One year of related engineering experience is required; municipal engineering or municipal transportation experience is preferred.
- Senior role: Post-secondary education with a minimum three-year community college diploma in Civil Engineering studies or other relevant education such as Civil, Transportation, Construction, or Civil Engineering Technology.
- Senior role: Three years of related experience with progressive responsibilities is required; municipal engineering or municipal transportation experience is preferred.
- Field experience in construction, maintenance, or inspection of civil works such as roads, bridges, watermain, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer.
- A good understanding of municipal traffic engineering principles, engineering standards, and resources such as OTM, HTA, and TAC.
- Experience completing warrants for traffic control and protected pedestrian crossings.
- Ability to coordinate and analyse traffic studies and produce recommendations for traffic operations and road safety issues.
- Awareness of safe work practices related to job responsibilities and the work environment, and a basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
- Sound technical knowledge of municipal construction standards and methods.
- Solid understanding of policies and legislation relevant to the role's responsibilities.
- Knowledge of business processes and financial management methods to assist with developing project-specific budgets.
- Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with County staff, peers at other organizations, consultants, contractors, agencies, organizations, and the public, and to resolve project-related complaints, disputes, and issues.
- Research, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to assess issues and situations, develop options, and make decisions for effective and efficient project management.
- Listening, writing, and verbal communication skills to provide clear direction, ensure understanding of work requirements and guidelines, and encourage consensus-building.
- Time-management and organizational skills to identify priorities and rearrange work as needed to meet deadlines.
- A valid Ontario driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Ability to use desktop or department/division-specific software packages independently or combine information from multiple software packages to achieve a desired result.
- Understanding of software to select the most efficient tool for a task.
- Knowledge to use software to develop reports, presentations, publications, and complex spreadsheets for data analysis or presentation, including formulas.
Responsibilities
- Provide project support for the design and implementation of municipal infrastructure projects through pre-engineering, design, and construction administration.
- Assist in preparing tenders, quotes, requests for proposals, and cost estimates.
- Assist the Project Manager in managing consultants.
- Review consultants' work from a technical perspective to ensure designs are complete and meet corporate standards and terms of reference.
- Assist in managing tenders and quotes prepared by consultants and County staff.
- Administer and provide project and contract management for capital projects under the Project Manager's supervision.
- Ensure adequate site inspections are conducted and work is carried out satisfactorily.
- Ensure a high degree of safety on construction sites, for survey operations, and for the travelling public.
- Ensure consultants and contractors implement health and safety practices.
- Organize on-site inspections for capital projects to ensure conformity to standards and specifications.
- Ensure conformity and approve municipal consents.
- Assist the Project Manager on technical matters regarding design, traffic data, by-laws, tendering, and reports to Council.
- Assist the Project Manager in defining project scope and requirements.
- Ensure all stages of the tendering process are followed, from preparation and advertisement through closing and award subject to Council approval.
- Analyse and interpret quality-assurance results for various materials.
- Analyse construction methods and advise on or implement the most cost-effective and efficient process.
- Assist with the County-wide traffic studies program.
- Complete technical warrants and make recommendations regarding traffic control, speed limits, and protected pedestrian crossings.
- Conduct field investigations and recommend improvements related to traffic operations and safety, and roadway/intersection illumination.
- Provide comments and support the review of Traffic Impact Studies.
- Develop the program and organize field layout for pavement hazard and delineation markings and sign replacements in coordination with the Roads Department.
- Operate survey equipment to complete construction layout, pre-engineering, and topographical surveys.
- Prepare field notes with survey sketches and calculations, and prepare construction plans using field notes.
- Complete technical reviews of engineering drawings and calculations submitted by consulting engineers.
- Complete technical peer reviews of engineering drawings and calculations submitted to the MECP as part of the Municipal Transfer of Review and/or Municipal Drinking Water Licence processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Certified Engineering Technician or Technologist (C.Tech. or C.E.T.) certification and membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists are preferred.
- Experience with municipal-engineering computer applications such as Synchro, AutoDesk (AutoCAD and Civil 3D), and ESRI suites, Total Station surveying, and data management would be an asset.
About the company
Norfolk County provides local public services to about 70,000 residents in Southwestern Ontario through organized municipal departments and elected leadership. Its work includes infrastructure, planning, parks, health, and other community programs delivered via permits, facilities, and outreach. The county differentiates itself with a values-driven culture focused on shared purpose, recognition, growth, work–life balance, and supportive teams. Its goal is to maintain a vibrant, inclusive community where services meet real local needs and residents can thrive while the workforce grows with the organization.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Canada
Founded
2001
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What believers are saying
- The province’s $16.5 million investment strengthens Norfolk County’s capital and service capacity.
- The 2026 tree giveaway expanded to 370 native trees, reinforcing community engagement.
- Waste program communications, open houses, and exemptions show strong implementation discipline before September 28, 2026.
What critics are saying
- Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre reopening slipped again in September 2026 after July repairs.
- September 2026 waste-cart deliveries reported supplier delays, disrupting the September 28 launch.
- Facilities, chambers, and transfer stations keep cycling through disruptions, exposing brittle municipal operations.
What makes Norfolk County unique
- Norfolk County’s 2022-2026 strategy ties service delivery directly to resident-facing digital tools.
- The redesigned 2025 website integrates permits, taxes, recreation, and by-law requests.
- The 2026 waste cart rollout covers 30,000 properties, signaling operational scale.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours