NORTH BATTLEFORD - The City of North Battleford has announced an addition to its senior leadership team.
They announced this week that James Johansen will take on the role of Director of Engineering, Planning, Asset Management and Infrastructure.
Johansen starts his new role Jan. 16 and arrives from southeastern Alberta. According to the city’s news release, he will oversee the four divisions listed in his job title.
His experience includes an over 27 years career with municipalities and engineering consulting firms, primarily providing expertise in engineering-related services to municipalities, according to the City.
According to his LinkedIn profile Johansen previously was Superintendant of Engineering Services for the City of Medicine Hat for almost eight years, and later was Director of Planning and Engineering in the town of Redcliff. He also held positions at private engineering firms including his most recent role with Martin Geomatic Consultants Ltd.
“I look forward to getting to know the people of North Battleford as I serve in this assignment. I appreciate that there will be challenges and hope we will work together to overcome them and make North Battleford a better community,” said Johansen in a statement.
“I’m happy to welcome James to the Corporate Leadership Team,” said City Manager Randy Patrick in a statement. “I am sure he will prove invaluable leadership in moving the City forward with exciting initiatives that maximize the useful life of City assets and provide the best value possible for our taxpayers.”
