Capital Projects Manager - Full Time - Transportation & Environmental Services - Walkerton, ON

Avanti Software Inc.; Walkerton; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension

EFAP

Job summary

Bruce County is seeking a Capital Projects Manager to lead planning, budgeting, and construction of transportation infrastructure in Walkerton, Ontario. The role includes coordinating development reviews, supervising staff, and guiding consultants.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering or project management background, relevant certifications, and strong leadership, communication, and budget skills. We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Project Management.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), CET, C.Tech, or PMP designation.
• Five years of rural municipal public works experience with plan review, design, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the County’s capital transportation infrastructure planning, budgeting, and construction.
• Coordinate development applications reviews and provide comments to Planning Department.
• Direct and coach staff and manage consultants and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Asset Management Plans

Risk management

Tender preparation

Contract administration

Negotiation

Communication skills

Time management

Team leadership

Budget management

Schedule development

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Project Management

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) / CET / C.Tech / PMP

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Capital Projects Manager - Full Time - Transportation & Environmental Services - Walkerton, ON

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers.

Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Director, the Capital Projects Manager is responsible for managerial oversight of the County’s capital transportation infrastructure including the evaluation, planning, budgeting and construction of capital assets. The incumbent also undertakes special studies to ensure capital planning is prioritized accordingly. The Capital Projects Manager will coordinate the review of development applications and provide comments to the Planning Department. The Manager directs and coaches staff, engages internal and external stakeholders where necessary, and oversees the work of professional Consultants.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate (4 year) degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Project Management
• Current designation of Professional Engineer (p. Eng.), or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or Certified Technician (C. Tech), or Project Management Professional (P.M.P.)
• Five years of prior experience in a rural municipal public works environment, combined with experience directly related to plan review, design, approval of municipal services and transportation related project management
• Project preparation and planning skills to identify and manage resources, funding, and scheduling issues
• Supervisory experience with the ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives
• Experience with development of Asset Management Plans
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
• Sound understanding of risk management
• Proven experience in tender preparation and contract administration
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills to meet strict and time sensitive deadlines
• Computer literacy and proficiency utilizing MS Office software applications, civil engineering design software (AutoCAD) and adaptability to program specific software
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience with budget preparation and management
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff, including laborers, technical staff, professionals, and upper management
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills
• Ability to manage coordination efforts in construction projects with various parties, such as architects, project engineers, and landscaping installers
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to create realistic schedules to support the timely completion of construction projects
• Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $110,165-$129,602 per annum
• Hours per week: 35 hours
• 100% Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid health and wellness Leave
• Parental leave top up program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Apply by: September 10, 2026

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.