Manager of Infrastructure Planning & Analysis

District of Saanich; Victoria; On-site; CAD 137,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The District of Saanich is seeking a strategic Manager of Infrastructure Planning & Analysis to lead long-term planning, renewal, and performance analysis of the District’s water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems.

This permanent full-time exempt position reports to the Senior Manager of Water Resources and directs a professional engineering team through asset management, master planning, and system optimization. The District offers strong benefits and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive, related experience focused on water resources engineering.
• Demonstrated management and leadership experience, including supervising and coaching employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team of engineers and technologists responsible for asset management and master planning.
• Oversee renewal prioritization, servicing assessments, and hydraulic/hydrologic analysis.
• Build productive relationships with staff, consultants, developers, external agencies, and community stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists BC

Job description

The District of Saanich is a growing, diverse municipality on the traditional territories of the W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples. Our Engineering Department delivers essential infrastructure and services that support safe, resilient, and sustainable communities. We are seeking an experienced public-sector leader to shape the long-term stewardship of Saanich’s water resources infrastructure.

The District of Saanich is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and technically accomplished Manager of Infrastructure Planning & Analysis to lead the long-term planning, renewal, and performance analysis of the District’s water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Water Resources, you will lead a technical team of professional engineers and technologists responsible for asset management and master planning, infrastructure renewal prioritization, servicing assessments, and hydraulic and hydrologic analysis. This leadership role establishes clear direction for the section balancing strategic priorities and system operational functionality, champions continuous improvement, leads staff through change with collaboration and transparency, and seeks to optimize team resources to effectively deliver results. They build productive relationships with staff, consultants, developers, external agencies, government representatives, and community stakeholders.

Requirements include a Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering or a related field; registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC; and minimum of eight (8) years of progressive, related experience focused on water resources engineering. You bring demonstrated management and leadership experience, including supervising, coaching, and guiding high functioning employees. Strong knowledge of municipal civil-infrastructure specifically water, sanitary sewer, and drainage systems; relevant legislation, bylaws, standards, and policies; procurement and contract administration; project management and occupational health and safety practices is required. Excellent communication, report-writing, stakeholder-engagement skills are essential. Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modelling and PMP certification are valued assets. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The successful candidate will normally work Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week). Flexible work arrangements may be available in accordance with the District’s Flexible Workplace Policy and operational requirements. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.

This is a permanent full-time exempt position with an annual salary range of $136,795 - $160,965 (2026 rate). The District of Saanich offers a competitive total compensation package, including benefits. Additional details, including the job description and competition information, are available at www.saanich.ca.

The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.