Senior Technical Project Consultant – Engineering and Asset Management

WHO WE ARE

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact – elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley Ventures, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.

Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:

OUR VALUES

• We care for our team.
• We care about the impact we have on our community.
• We serve by solving complex problems.
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
• We innovate always and everywhere.
• We build a business that lasts.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced senior leader to provide leadership for engineering and asset management services supporting critical bridge infrastructure. This role will maintain leadership continuity while overseeing engineering priorities, infrastructure safety and reliability, lifecycle planning, maintenance, rehabilitation, and capital investment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for engineering, construction, maintenance, and asset management services.
• Oversee asset lifecycle planning, inspections, preventive maintenance, rehabilitation, and capital investment programs.
• Support the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of bridge infrastructure.
• Establish priorities and lead multidisciplinary engineering and operational teams in a complex and evolving environment.
• Oversee capital planning, infrastructure risk management, regulatory compliance, and safety requirements.
• Support procurement activities and ensure alignment with public-sector governance and decision-making processes.
• Monitor organizational and infrastructure priorities, adjusting plans and resources as required.
• Manage competing priorities, deadlines, and sensitive matters independently and with sound judgement.
• Build effective relationships with employees, executives, government representatives, regulators, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Provide executive leadership with clear reporting, recommendations, and technical or operational advice.

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience, or an equivalent combination of education and senior-level experience, in engineering, construction, infrastructure, or asset management.
• Executive- or Director-level leadership experience within a complex environment.
• Strong civil, structural, transportation, bridge, or related infrastructure experience.
• Expertise in infrastructure asset management, lifecycle planning, capital planning, maintenance, rehabilitation, and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering and operational teams and deliver results in evolving environments.
• Knowledge of public-sector governance, procurement, regulatory compliance, and safety requirements.
• Strong executive communication, stakeholder-management, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
• Experience within a municipal, provincial, federal, or Crown corporation environment is considered an asset.
• A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, preferably with registration or eligibility for registration in Nova Scotia, and/or a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.

…AND YOU ARE… 

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do  
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges 
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader  
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision 
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable 
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members 
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively
• Energized by our company values!   

MARINER OFFERS YOU:  

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter  
• Onsite work environment.
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program 
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care 
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days 
• Unlimited training  

WHY MARINER?

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.

Join our growing team!