Project Manager – Linear Infrastructure (municipal/wastewater)

GHD; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 96,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Project Manager – Linear Infrastructure to lead municipal water and wastewater projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams from design through construction.

You will build client relationships, pursue new business, and oversee scope, budgets, schedules and risk, while mentoring colleagues in a collaborative hybrid workplace. The role offers opportunity to expand GHD’s presence in BC and Alberta.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation with EGBC.
• 7+ years of experience delivering municipal water, wastewater and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing projects through design and construction phases.
• Strong client relationship, business development and proposal-writing skills.
• Knowledge of linear infrastructure design, construction methods, cost estimating and scheduling.
• Experience with condition assessment, rehabilitation and trenchless technologies is an asset.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion and desire to mentor, collaborate, and support a wide range of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including linear systems, pump stations, lift stations and storage facilities.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships, support business development efforts, and contribute to proposal development and project capture strategies.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams through planning, design and construction phases.
• Oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and quality outcomes.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, subconsultants and internal teams to successfully deliver projects.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

P.Eng. designation (EGBC)

Job description

Project Manager – Linear Infrastructure (municipal/wastewater)

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all workingtowards the same goal.Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes, and places to our world, and we’ll provide you with unlimited space to grow.In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking curiosity, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

Who are we looking for?

Project Manager, Linear Infrastructure to join our team in Vancouver, BC. This is an opportunity to lead impactful municipal water and wastewater projects while helping expand GHD’s presence across British Columbia and Alberta through client engagement, project delivery, and strategic growth initiatives.

Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.

In the problem-solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.

Be part of our dynamic hybrid culture, collaborating in the office three days per week while enjoying flexibility and work-life balance.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Lead the delivery of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including linear systems, pump stations, lift stations and storage facilities.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships, support business development efforts, and contribute to proposal development and project capture strategies.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams through planning, design and construction phases.
• Oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and quality outcomes.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, subconsultants and internal teams to successfully deliver projects.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation with EGBC (Engineers and Geoscientists BC).
• 7+ years of experience delivering municipal water, wastewater and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing projects through design and construction phases.
• Strong client relationship, business development and proposal-writing skills.
• Knowledge of linear infrastructure design, construction methods, cost estimating and scheduling.
• Experience with condition assessment, rehabilitation and trenchless technologies is an asset.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion and desire to mentor, collaborate, and support a wide range of professionals and early-career professionals in their careers.

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Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

The salary range for this position is $95,580 to $189,143.The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans.