David Duckworth, P. Eng., MBA, ICD.D in

David Duckworth, P. Eng., MBA, ICD.D

Balancer · DISC type S
Chief Administrative Officer (City Manager) at City of Calgary
📍 Calgary, Alberta, Canada

David Duckworth is the Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Calgary, overseeing all municipal departments. Leveraging his background in Civil Engineering and an MBA from The University of British Columbia, he guides city operations and strategic initiatives like the Green Line infrastructure project to enhance public services for Calgarians.

David reflects fondly on playing hockey in his youth, citing the valuable life skills gained from the experience. He is dedicated to community engagement, spearheading partnerships with charitable organizations like the United Way and showing a passion for mentoring the next generation of public servants.

Under his leadership, Calgary became the only Canadian city to achieve the What Works Cities Gold Certification for its exceptional use of data in governance.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Chief Administrative Officer (City Manager)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Personality Overview

How David shows up

Risk-Averse
Formal Mannered
Good Listener

They like following the process even if it takes time to reach any conclusion. They are willing to make long-term decisions. They are courteous and respectful but practical.

Priorities

Topics David cares about

Data-Driven Governance
Championed the city's efforts to become the only Canadian municipality with a What Works Cities Gold Certification, recognizing exceptional use of data to inform policy.
Urban Infrastructure
Serves on the Green Line Board for Calgary's largest-ever infrastructure project and consistently highlights infrastructure as a key priority in budget discussions.
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Career

Work history

8-2019
Chief Administrative Officer (City Manager)
City of Calgary
3-2018 - 8-2019
General Manager of Utilities & Environmental Protection
City of Calgary
11-2012 - 3-2018
Director of Corporate Services and Community Safety
City of Kamloops
9-2003 - 10-2012
Director of Public Works and Sustainability
City of Kamloops
In the press

Media appearances

David Duckworth: Calgary Conversations #1 – An inside look into Calgary's City Hall with Chief Administrative Officer. Featured in City of Calgary – Official Website
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Calgary Conversations episode 7 – Looking forward in 2025 (featuring David Duckworth). Featured in Facebook (City of Calgary)
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Education
1994 - 1997
MBA
The University of British Columbia
1985 - 1990
Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering
The University of British Columbia
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

S

Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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