Project Manager, Water

Associated Engineering (ONT) Ltd; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager in Edmonton. The role involves managing municipal water projects and client communications, with opportunities for career advancement. The company offers a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including professional development support and fitness amenities.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Fitness allowance

Company-matching pension program

Parental leave top-up program

On-site fitness centre

Discounted childcare rates

Active Social Club

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in the engineering consulting industry focused on water/wastewater.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGA.
• Self-motivated and committed team player looking for career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Manage various water and wastewater projects throughout Northern Alberta.
• Plan, design, and provide technical expertise on water projects.
• Prepare proposals and develop business within the municipal sector.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering

Diploma in Engineering Technology

Job description

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Job Title

Project Manager, Water

Location

Edmonton Office - Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6 CA (Primary)

Category

Wastewater Collection & Storage, Wastewater Treatment / Water Resource Recovery

Job Type

About Us

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada and abroad.

We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 17 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our Edmonton office.

This position will involve managing varying projects within the municipal water sector. This position will present many opportunities on a variety of tasks and our expectation will be for the candidate to take a lead role on all aspects of business development, project management and project delivery.

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong organizational skills and leadership potential, who thrives in a dynamic work environment. Your abilities will be strengthened and grown through a range of projects focused on the delivery and management of water and wastewater projects throughout Northern Alberta. You will also have the opportunity to develop a career path focused on technical leadership, project management, client management, or a combination based on your career aspirations and qualifications.

What we offer:

• A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible.
• A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, company-matching pension program, and a parental leave top-up program.
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentorship programs, training opportunities, professional designation support and a Young Professionals Group.
• An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
• Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
• An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Project Management for a variety of water and wastewater projects throughout Northern Alberta.
• Planning, designing, and providing technical expertise on water projects for a diverse municipal client sector including Towns, Municipal Districts, Counties, and First Nations Communities.
• Maintaining client communications and expectations to our client service objectives
• Guiding the project team through the preparation of technical reports to support the project and ensure the project and client needs are met in an effective and timely manner.
• Preparing proposals, business development and marketing within municipal sector.
• Collaborating closely with the Manager, Regional Water to develop business plans, staffing and overall growth of the group.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institute or diploma in Engineering Technology from an accredited technical institute.
• Registered, or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGA or a Technologist with ASET.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in the engineering consulting industry focused in the water or wastewater sector.
• Proven project management experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Committed team player and highly motivated.
• Self motivated and looking for career advancement.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel within Canada.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.