Director, Asset Management & Capital Planning

Director, Asset Management & Capital Planning
Infrastructure, Planning & Growth Management | Asset Management & Capital Planning
1 Vacancy | Non-Union
Competition # 26-P-19

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Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Job Details

Are you motivated by shaping long-term infrastructure and asset strategies that support sustainable growth and climate resilience?

Do you bring experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex capital planning initiatives within a municipal environment?

Are you ready to influence how the City plans, invests in, and manages its infrastructure assets over the long term?

 …If so, this leadership opportunity may be the right fit.

Position Description:

Reporting to the Commissioner, Infrastructure, Planning & Growth Services, the Asset Management and Capital Planning Director will provide strategic leadership for the City’s long-term infrastructure planning, corporate asset management, and capital investment programs. This role will lead a multidisciplinary portfolio focused on sustainable growth, climate resilience, and effective stewardship of municipal assets.

The Director oversees the development and implementation of corporate asset management plans, long-range capital forecasts, climate change initiatives, and infrastructure master plans, ensuring alignment with legislative requirements, Council priorities, and best practices. As a senior leader, the position provides expert advice to Council and senior management, represents the City with external partners and Indigenous communities, and leads high-performing teams to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure outcomes for the community.

Qualifications

Education & Professional Credentials

• Completion of a Civil Engineering degree or related program from an accredited institution.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario (CET may be considered)
• Master’s degree (MBA or MPA) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation considered an asset
• Demonstrated equivalent education and progressively responsible experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in infrastructure asset management, capital planning, and long-range infrastructure strategy
• Demonstrated experience in a municipal government environment, including exposure to Council governance, legislative frameworks, and public accountability
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary professional teams and delivering complex, high-value capital planning initiatives
• Experience overseeing or contributing to areas such as asset management, climate change initiatives, stormwater management, transportation planning, GIS/geomatics, and long-term infrastructure policy

Knowledge & Technical Expertise

• Advanced knowledge of municipal infrastructure planning, engineering standards, and asset management best practices (including ISO 55000 principles)
• Strong understanding of applicable legislation and regulations (e.g., Environmental Assessment Act, Planning Act, Municipal Act, Water Resources Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Professional Engineers Act)
• Demonstrated ability to integrate financial, technical, regulatory, and community data to support evidence-based decision-making
• Experience with capital budgeting, long-term financial forecasting, risk assessment, and life-cycle costing

Leadership & Professional Competencies

• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to operate effectively in complex and evolving environments
• Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills, including the ability to advise senior leadership and present to Council and external stakeholders
• Proven people-leadership skills, including performance management, coaching, mentoring, and workforce planning
• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal partners, Indigenous communities, other levels of government, consultants, and the development industry

Additional Requirements

• Valid Ontario driver’s license
• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings, as required to attend Council meetings, public consultations, and related commitments
• Commitment to continuous learning, collaboration, and fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace culture

Salary

$187,137 - $204,554

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by email to recruiting@peterborough.ca no later than 11:59pm (midnight) on Thursday March 19th. 

To ensure your application is considered, please follow these steps: 

• Prepare one file only (PDF or Word) that includes both your résumé and cover letter. 
• Name your file with your first and last name (e.g., JaneSmith Comp#.pdf). 
• Include the competition number in the file name, and email subject line 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise People & Culture if you require accommodation.

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