Senior Manager, Pipe Asset Engineering

EPCOR; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EPCOR’s Water Services group is seeking a Senior Manager for Pipe Asset Engineering in Edmonton. This permanent full-time role involves overseeing engineering design services and asset management for water and wastewater infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the sector and strong leadership abilities to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Engineering Degree from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
• Registered as a P. Eng with APEGA or eligible for registration.
• 10+ years in water/wastewater industry with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide design engineering services for water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Develop and implement operational plans with clear priorities.
• Conduct asset condition assessments and modeling.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Operational Excellence

Collaboration

Results-Driven

Education

Engineering Degree

Job description

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EPCOR's Water Services group (EWS) is excited to announce a permanent full-time opportunity for a Pipe Asset Engineering Senior Manager . This role is part of the Engineering & Technical Services Team and is based at our Rossdale Water Treatment Pla nt in Edmonton, Alberta.

We welcome applications from both current EPCOR employees and external candidates. Current employees are reminded to use their "@epcor.com" email address when submitting their applications.

In the Pipe Asset Engineering Senior Manager role you will p rovide design engineering services to water/wastewater/stormwater pipeline infrastructure. This includes engineering design drawings for various water capital programs, sewer rehabilitation programs, and deep shaft construction programs. Provision of drafting and asset recording services for the entire Water Services. This includes both water and wastewater infrastructure along with both water and wastewater treatment plants. Development of technical studies for linear infrastructure to support planning, capital prioritization, growth and long-term operational planning. These include providing engineering evaluations for management of change processes for water and wastewater linear infrastructure. Implementation of asset management planning, and ownership of water and wastewater linear infrastructure design standards. This also includes the liaison with external parties such as the City of Edmonton and BILD for review and approval as needed

What you’d be responsible for

In the role of Pipe Asset Engineering Senior Manager , you are accountable to the Engineering & Technical Services Director and will have the following key accountabilities (but are not limited to these):

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement functional strategies and operational plans with clear priorities and objectives.
• Align efforts with business plans, budget, and resource needs while monitoring execution and adapting to challenges.
• Drive operational excellence by leveraging industry advancements, continuous improvement, and change management strategies.
• Provide design and engineering services for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure, including planning and specifications.
• Act as a resident engineer for in-house construction projects and offer specialized structural and geotechnical expertise.
• Support franchise relocation work, liaise with external stakeholders, and maintain technical design standards.
• Conduct asset condition assessments and modeling to inform engineering decisions.

Drafting & Asset Management

• Deliver drafting and recording services for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage data integration from capital programs, private developments, and city projects.
• Oversee utility line assignments and review processes for stakeholder requests.
• Recruit, engage, and develop high-performing teams with clear goals and accountability.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships and consult with stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
• Promote collaboration across functions to ensure alignment, technical expertise, and effective business integration.

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications, experience and behaviours you possess are:

• Completion of a n Engineering Degree from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
• Registered as a P. Eng with APEGA or eligible for registration
  • If not already registered as a P. Eng with APEGA must be registered within 6 months of hire date.
• Experience that is comprised of the following:
  • 10+ years in water/wastewater industry
  • Preferred experience in engineering teams in water, wastewater or related/relevant industries
  • Leadership roles and leading diverse teams
• Understanding and applying APEGA practices and regulations.
• Preparing clear, concise, and professional reports.
• Managing and implementing change effectively.
• Facilitating cross-functional communication and collaboration within EPCOR to enhance efficiency and integration.

In addition to the above, as the successful candidate you will demonstrate the following Core Competencies & Leadership Qualities :

• Continuous Improvement – Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement, focusing on processes rather than individuals. Seeks long-term solutions and fosters open, respectful communication to engage all perspectives in problem-solving.
• Integrity – Maintains trust, fairness, and confidentiality while upholding EPCOR’s policies and values. Creates a respectful environment where ideas are challenged constructively, ensuring psychological safety for all team members.
• Humility – Encourages collaboration by listening, seeking input, and valuing others' contributions. Accepts feedback, takes ownership of mistakes, and drives learning and improvement.
• Results-Driven – Sets clear performance standards and priorities, provides constructive feedback, and ensures strategic goal execution. Continuously improves systems and work methods while addressing obstacles to success.
• Enterprise Perspective – Aligns decisions with corporate strategy, ensuring thoughtful analysis and recognition of the broader impact on business units. Translates strategic goals into actionable objectives for the team.
• Influence & Persuasion – Communicates effectively by preparing data-driven arguments, considering multiple perspectives, and adapting responses based on verbal and non-verbal cues.
• Operational Excellence – Prioritizes safety, efficiency, and reliability by implementing clear procedures. Engages employees to identify challenges, communicate updates effectively, and reinforce the importance of operational standards.
• Team Leadership – Builds and leads high-performing teams by providing clear direction, ensuring access to resources, and fostering collaboration and innovation. Removes obstacles to success while focusing on key priorities.
• Leadership Maturity – Self-manages effectively, recognizing areas for growth and learning while maintaining emotional composure. Seeks feedback to refine actions and consistently aligns with EPCOR’s values and personal integrity.

Other important facts about this job

This is a professional level position and that typically works Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Learn more about Working at EPCOR !

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• P rior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file .
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.

Highlights of the job

EPCOR's Water Services group (EWS) is excited to announce a permanent full-time opportunity for a Pipe Asset Engineering Senior Manager . This role is part of the Engineering & Technical Services Team and is based at our Rossdale Water Treatment Pla nt in Edmonton, Alberta.

We welcome applications from both current EPCOR employees and external candidates. Current employees are reminded to use their "@epcor.com" email address when submitting their applications.

In the Pipe Asset Engineering Senior Manager role you will p rovide design engineering services to water/wastewater/stormwater pipeline infrastructure. This includes engineering design drawings for various water capital programs, sewer rehabilitation programs, and deep shaft construction programs. Provision of drafting and asset recording services for the entire Water Services. This includes both water and wastewater infrastructure along with both water and wastewater treatment plants. Development of technical studies for linear infrastructure to support planning, capital prioritization, growth and long-term operational planning. These include providing engineering evaluations for management of change processes for water and wastewater linear infrastructure. Implementation of asset management planning, and ownership of water and wastewater linear infrastructure design standards. This also includes the liaison with external parties such as the City of Edmonton and BILD for review and approval as needed

What you’d be responsible for

In the role of Pipe Asset Engineering Senior Manager , you are accountable to the Engineering & Technical Services Director and will have the following key accountabilities (but are not limited to these):

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement functional strategies and operational plans with clear priorities and objectives.
• Align efforts with business plans, budget, and resource needs while monitoring execution and adapting to challenges.
• Drive operational excellence by leveraging industry advancements, continuous improvement, and change management strategies.

Engineering Design & Support Services

• Provide design and engineering services for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure, including planning and specifications.
• Act as a resident engineer for in-house construction projects and offer specialized structural and geotechnical expertise.
• Support franchise relocation work, liaise with external stakeholders, and maintain technical design standards.
• Conduct asset condition assessments and modeling to inform engineering decisions.

Drafting & Asset Management

• Deliver drafting and recording services for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage data integration from capital programs, private developments, and city projects.
• Oversee utility line assignments and review processes for stakeholder requests.

Talent & Collaboration

• Recruit, engage, and develop high-performing teams with clear goals and accountability.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships and consult with stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
• Promote collaboration across functions to ensure alignment, technical expertise, and effective business integration.

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications, experience and behaviours you possess are:

• Completion of a n Engineering Degree from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
• Registered as a P. Eng with APEGA or eligible for registration
  • If not already registered as a P. Eng with APEGA must be registered within 6 months of hire date.
• Experience that is comprised of the following:
  • 10+ years in water/wastewater industry
  • Preferred experience in engineering teams in water, wastewater or related/relevant industries
  • Leadership roles and leading diverse teams
• Understanding and applying APEGA practices and regulations.
• Preparing clear, concise, and professional reports.
• Managing and implementing change effectively.
• Facilitating cross-functional communication and collaboration within EPCOR to enhance efficiency and integration.

In addition to the above, as the successful candidate you will demonstrate the following Core Competencies & Leadership Qualities :

• Continuous Improvement – Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement, focusing on processes rather than individuals. Seeks long-term solutions and fosters open, respectful communication to engage all perspectives in problem-solving.
• Integrity – Maintains trust, fairness, and confidentiality while upholding EPCOR’s policies and values. Creates a respectful environment where ideas are challenged constructively, ensuring psychological safety for all team members.
• Humility – Encourages collaboration by listening, seeking input, and valuing others' contributions. Accepts feedback, takes ownership of mistakes, and drives learning and improvement.
• Results-Driven – Sets clear performance standards and priorities, provides constructive feedback, and ensures strategic goal execution. Continuously improves systems and work methods while addressing obstacles to success.
• Enterprise Perspective – Aligns decisions with corporate strategy, ensuring thoughtful analysis and recognition of the broader impact on business units. Translates strategic goals into actionable objectives for the team.
• Influence & Persuasion – Communicates effectively by preparing data-driven arguments, considering multiple perspectives, and adapting responses based on verbal and non-verbal cues.
• Operational Excellence – Prioritizes safety, efficiency, and reliability by implementing clear procedures. Engages employees to identify challenges, communicate updates effectively, and reinforce the importance of operational standards.
• Team Leadership – Builds and leads high-performing teams by providing clear direction, ensuring access to resources, and fostering collaboration and innovation. Removes obstacles to success while focusing on key priorities.
• Leadership Maturity – Self-manages effectively, recognizing areas for growth and learning while maintaining emotional composure. Seeks feedback to refine actions and consistently aligns with EPCOR’s values and personal integrity.

Other important facts about this job

This is a professional level position and that typically works Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Learn more about Working at EPCOR !

Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Glassdoor or Facebook !

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• P rior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file .
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

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