Municipal Infrastructure Lead, Western Canada

EXP; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work hours and location

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

EXP is seeking a Municipal Infrastructure Lead in Calgary, AB, to manage complex projects for municipalities in Western Canada. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, ensuring project compliance with regulations, and driving business development efforts.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage client relationships while integrating sustainability into designs. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of municipal consulting experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven success in municipal projects and familiarity with municipal and provincial standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects for municipalities in Western Canada.
• Coordinate planning, design, and construction management of infrastructure projects.
• Develop and execute a growth strategy considering urban expansion.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

Municipal standards knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Climate resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration

Job description

Municipal Infrastructure Lead, Western Canada

Location: Calgary, AB.

Responsibilities

Client Delivery

• Manage complex projects for municipalities in Western Canada and advise them on municipal best practices.
• Coordinate the planning, design, and construction management of civil/municipal infrastructure projects involving site grading, site development, street reconstruction, water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater management, parking, and active transportation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary project team and engage with a variety of stakeholders including owners, contractors, sub‑consultants, operations staff, utilities, businesses, and the public.
• Participate in and potentially certify and/or validate engineering designs for roads, water/wastewater, stormwater, and active transportation projects.
• Oversee construction administration, site inspections, and QA/QC compliance.
• Ensure that project needs (particularly budgets and schedules) are met in a timely and effective manner.
• Navigate regulatory frameworks such as Water Act, Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, OH&S, and municipal bylaws.

Discipline Leadership

• Own Western Canada Municipal Infrastructure P&L: revenue, margin, backlog, and utilization targets.
• Develop and execute a growth strategy considering urban expansion, regional servicing, municipal revitalization, and climate resilience.
• Drive business development: proposals, key account management, and strategic partnerships with municipalities.
• Implement quality and safety standards, risk management, and stage‑gate reviews for all projects.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain top talent; ensure succession planning for all staff.
• Champion innovation: low‑impact development (LID), digital delivery, and asset management solutions.

Performance Metrics

• Discipline revenue growth and margin performance.
• Backlog coverage and proposal win rate.
• Client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Employee engagement and retention.
• Quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Working conditions: Calgary‑based with travel to clients and project locations in Western Canada as needed.
• Hybrid office/field; occasional evening council or public meetings.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; degree in business is an asset.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with APEGA and the ability to register in other Western Canadian provinces.
• 10–15+ years of municipal consulting experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven success in municipal projects and familiarity with municipal and provincial standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strong client relationship management and political awareness.
• Leadership in team development and culture building.
• Excellent communication for council presentations and public engagement.
• Ability to integrate climate resilience and sustainability into municipal designs.

What EXP Can Offer

• Competitive salary and full range of benefits.
• Access to leading edge software and technology.
• Eligibility to participate in company performance‑based bonus programs and share ownership.
• Vibrant, highly functional, and collaborative working environment.
• Flexible work hours and location.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of local, regional, national, and international projects.

EEO Statement

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [e-mail].