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Manager, District Energy Utility PlanningJoin to apply for the Manager, District Energy Utility Planning role at City of SurreyManager, District Energy Utility Planning6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Manager, District Energy Utility Planning role at City of SurreyGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The City of Surrey is one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. Our collaborative and innovative approach to serving more than 600,000 citizens has made us a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities.We are proud to be recognized as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People for the past 11 years, Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2019-2022, Canadas Greenest Employers for 2020-2022, and the only municipality to be named among Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures for two consecutive terms (20182021; 20212024). Join a team that is driven by meaningful work that will build a world-class city that enhances the quality of life for our growing population. Build a City, Build a Future at the City of Surrey.SCOPE:The City of Surrey Engineering Department is seeking an experienced leader to serve as the District Energy Utility Planning Manager. Surrey City Energy, is the City of Surreys District Energy Utility that services Surrey City Centre, in the heart of North Surrey. Surrey City Energy began operating in about 2015 and currently services about 35 buildings, and has planned growth of 20% to 30% for the next few years.The District Energy Planning Manager is a key member of Surreys Engineering Department, leading the growth development, and sustainability of the district energy utility in Surrey. Surrey City Energy strives to provide reliable, affordable and sustainable delivery of energy for space heating, hot water, and heat recovery. A nimble utility, Surrey City Energy must constantly understand and adapt to market conditions and understand how services can be improved, expanded, and made more efficient for Surrey residents.Surrey City Energys primary service area is located in City Centre, nestled around King George Boulevard in North Surrey. This dynamic neighbourhood is planned to support more than 200,000 people through build-out and is rapidly changing with re-development and investments in transit. To address this growth, the District Energy Utility Planning Manager shall have the depth and breadth of experience to strategically meet the needs for our customers, and have a strong desire to develop and deliver sustainable solutions as Surrey City Energy works to deliver affordable low-carbon energy to City Centre.This is an excellent opportunity to lead an innovative team, tasked with undertaking large planning activities, addressing the demands of population growth and city building, and directing the planning and servicing of all new growth in City Centre. The district energy planning team is responsible for growth projects, asset management, utility optimization, development of long-term financial plans, and management of utility rates. This role will set group objectives and targets in support of larger departmental and City objectives.In addition, the District Energy Planning Section supports complex decision-making on a day-to-day basis and works collaboratively and transparently in the community to ensure projects and services are managed successfully. Challenges associated with the role include developing and providing decision making for capital planning, considering local and city-wide priorities. As a large and rapidly growing city, broad collaboration with other city departments and divisions is needed to deliver functional and successful services.The ideal candidate for this role would be a professional with expertise in municipal utilities management, having managed large capital portfolios and achieving financially sustainable service levels. The candidate should have experience managing or supervising staff and an ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of municipal departmental teams and external stakeholders. Strong leadership, effective communication, mentoring and relationship-building skills are critical, along with a commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the team.RESPONSIBILITIES:Set direction in the district energy utility to meet the needs of City Centres current and future population within a sustainable financial funding model.Develop strategies for long-term efficient servicing approaches, that consider constraints and opportunities, and governing industry and market conditions.Lead strategic planning for development of utility development use plans, understanding the impact of servicing costs on both rate payers and the development community.Provide inputs into Division and Departmental goals and objectives.Apply extensive utilities knowledge to manage and maintain the Citys existing district energy infrastructure, including assessment of system performance and source control programs.Lead and support a team of engineers and technologists in the on-going management and planning of district energy services in Surrey.Apply your utilities knowledge to manage and maintain the Citys existing district energy infrastructure, including assessment of system performance and sustainability.Provide subject matter expertise for the City with respect to support of internal and external capital infrastructure projects.Work effectively with Planning, Land Development, Operations, Parks, Environment and Fire to plan, evaluate issues and develop solutions.Lead Asset Management activities associated with sanitary sewer infrastructure and services.Review and develop policy related to sanitary sewer management and infrastructure servicing needs.Work collaboratively with City Departments to develop emergency management policies, coordination, and mitigation strategies.Support and respond to public inquiries and concerns.QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline with a focus on infrastructure management, utility based capital projects, or utility management.10 or more years of demonstrated progressive related experience in management of municipal utilities, including experience in a leadership capacity in a local government or similar environment.A valid and unrestricted drivers' license.Professional Engineering (P.Eng) designation or ability to register with Engineers and Geoscientists BC.An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.EMPLOYMENT STATUSExempt - Regular Full-TimeSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering, Consulting, and Business DevelopmentIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Surrey by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Energy Manager roles.Surrey, British Columbia, Canada 1 week agoSurrey, British Columbia, Canada 2 weeks agoLighting & Clean Energy Business DeveloperCity of Langley, British Columbia, Canada 1 week agoSenior Manager, ER&I - Operations StrategyManager, Site Operations - North AmericaSr. Manager, ESG & Sustainability ServicesManager, Deloitte Global Sustainability Commercialization 12 month Secondment/FTC)Operations Manager (Electrical Required)Surrey, British Columbia, Canada 3 weeks agoBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada 3 hours agoUnderwriting Manager - Construction and EnergyCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 23 hours agoBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada 2 weeks agoTsawwassen, British Columbia, Canada 14 hours agoCity of Langley, British Columbia, Canada 2 weeks agoCybersecurity - Risk Advisory (Industrials and Energy) - ManagerWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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