Manager of Capital Projects

District of Squamish; Squamish; On-site; CAD 137,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Compressed work week

Job summary

The District of Squamish is seeking a Manager of Capital Projects to lead planning and delivery of municipal infrastructure that supports growth and quality of life. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will manage a team of professionals delivering the capital investment program with focus on safety, efficiency, and alignment with Council priorities.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, project management, and communication skills, with a solid understanding of municipal

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering leadership and project management.
• Knowledge of municipal engineering practices and regulations.
• Ability to lead teams through complex capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning and capital budgeting.
• Oversee the development of capital plans and resource requirements.
• Provide oversight to staff in project objectives and delivery strategies.
• Collaborate with internal departments, Indigenous communities, consultants, and residents to deliver infrastructure.

Job description

Manager of Capital Projects - Permanent Full-Time

Are you a strategic and collaborative engineering leader with a passion for delivering projects that shape communities? The District is seeking a Manager of Capital Projects to lead the planning and delivery of a diverse portfolio of municipal infrastructure projects that support community growth, sustainability, and quality of life.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will oversee a team of professional and technical staff responsible for delivering the District's capital investment program. You will provide leadership in project planning, resource allocation, budget management, consultant oversight, stakeholder engagement, and risk management while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Council priorities and community needs. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our community through the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning, capital budgeting, and departmental strategy.
• Collaborate in the development of the annual capital plan and recommend implementation strategies and resource requirements to the Director.
• Provide oversight and guidance to staff in the development of project objectives, and delivery strategies.
• Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, Indigenous communities, consultants, and residents to successfully deliver projects that enhance and maintain critical municipal infrastructure.

What we’re looking for:

Our ideal candidate is an experienced engineering professional with strong leadership, project management, and communication skills, a solid understanding of municipal engineering practices and regulations, and a proven ability to lead teams through complex capital projects. If you are passionate about building resilient infrastructure, fostering high-performing teams, and making a meaningful impact in the community, we encourage you to apply.

Who we are:

The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle that few places can beat. We are a team of fun-loving yet highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate.

Our Vision:

Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish.

Our Mission:

We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish.

Our Core Values:

Respect, Integrity, Connection, Progress

Think you would be the perfect fit?

Then come and Deliver Outstanding Service at the District of Squamish! On top of the salary ranging from $136,695.90 - $150,215.28, the District of Squamish also offers a comprehensive benefits package, as well as a compressed work week which allows for an earned day off every second week.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

A complete job advertisement can be viewed at: http://squamish.ca/yourgovernment/careers/job-postings/