Project Manager, Design & Construction - Environmental

Region of Waterloo; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 104,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Region of Waterloo is seeking a seasoned engineer to plan, design, and manage construction and rehabilitation of critical engineering projects such as water and wastewater systems. You will lead in-house teams, coordinate consultants, and ensure design quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong contract administration, budget control, and stakeholder communication, with travel across Waterloo Region. Competitive, Grade 07 level compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of civil engineering, contract administration and budgeting, typically from a civil engineering technology diploma.
• Eligibility for Ontario Technologist/Technician membership.
• Analytical, problem solving and continuous improvement skills for multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong communication, negotiation and teamwork abilities with contractors and staff.
• Ability to travel within Waterloo Region.

Responsibilities

• Directs in-house design teams and coordinates staff across clerical, survey and drafting groups.
• Leads consultant selection, budgeting, and contract negotiations.
• Chairs project teams, conducts public meetings, and handles EA status.
• Prepares design drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Reviews tenders, awards contracts and monitors progress and safety compliance.
• Ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Budget monitoring

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Diploma in civil engineering technology

Technologist eligibility (OCET)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Region of Waterloo is seeking a seasoned engineer to plan, design, and manage construction and rehabilitation of critical engineering projects such as water and wastewater systems. You will lead in-house teams, coordinate consultants, and ensure design quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong contract administration, budget control, and stakeholder communication, with travel across Waterloo Region. Competitive, Grade 07 level compensation is offered.