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Applications are now being accepted for the Development Engineer position in the Engineering Department within the Development Services Commission. To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume online by May 21, 2024.
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JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Development Engineering, the Engineer will be acting as an independent case manager in the review of development applications made under the Planning Act including official plan amendments, secondary plans, plans of subdivision, zoning by-law amendments, part lot control, site plan control, land divisions, and plans of condominium.
As case manager, the Engineer is responsible for facilitating and coordinating all engineering related comments and correspondence from internal departments and external agencies to City Planning; reviewing engineering plans and studies (including servicing, grading, stormwater management and geotechnical reports) submitted in support of development applications; determining the scope and cost of all new City infrastructure required to support the proposed development; discussing, negotiating and reviewing development agreements to ensure that all works related matters are properly secured. The Engineer may also be assigned other projects related to land development and departmental policy development.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (DELIVERABLES)
Your core competencies and professional profile as a Development Engineer will include:
CORE BEHAVIOURS
The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.