Project Manager, Wastewater Treatment Capital

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range:$100,172 to $125,213 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accral)

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode. 

Location: Clarkson Wastewater Treatment Plant - 2307 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga and GE Booth Wastewater Treatment Plant - 1300 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga, ON

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week

Who we are: Engineering delivers the construction projects for the watermains, sewers, pumping stations, reservoirs, elevated tanks and treatment plants that supports growth as well as the repair and replacement of aging infrastructure.  We also support new subdivisions connecting into our existing network of pipes. In addition to the capital focused teams, our Automation and Data Solutions team supports the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) network for capital projects and operations.

Reports to: Manager, Wastewater Treatment Capital

What you will do in this role: Manages well defined capital projects, typically requiring 1 to 3 years or more to complete.  These projects involve wastewater treatment facilities with capital project budgets are typically less than $10 million dollars per project.

• Effectively deliver well defined capital projects, growth-related as well as repair, rehabilitation and replacement, for wastewater treatment facilities.
• Define capital project objectives, scope of work, key stakeholders, roles and responsibilities, key deliverables, design approach, detailed requirements, proposed stages and schedules. 
• Identify project risks and mitigation strategies. 
• Prepare and tender requests for proposal, including defining the terms of reference and evaluate detailed proposals.
• Negotiate with public utilities, conservation authorities, local municipal representatives and provincial agencies to secure required permits and approvals. 
• Acquire required property/easements working in collaboration with Infrastructure Planning, Real Estate and Legal support staff.
• Complete Environmental Assessment and design.
• Review project shut-down, start-up and commissioning plans in collaboration with Manager, vendors, Operations, SCADA, Inspectors and Compliance to ensure alignment with contract standards and specifications, service delivery standards and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with the area municipalities and other parties to minimize any overlapping of infrastructure works, minimize service disruption and workout feasibility plans to meet all timelines.  Coordinate with Operations and Inspectors to integrate maintenance activities with capital project plans.
• Provide feedback to vendors, address vendor performance issues and complete vendor performance reviews in a timely manner.

• Actively collaborate, cooperate and share information with other divisions and sections in Public Works and corporate support staff. 

• Contribute to improvement initiatives related to design, material, project management, customer and service delivery standards.

• Regularly maintain and enhance knowledge on emerging issues, new technology, changing standards, codes and regulations, internal policy and procedure changes, and innovative products, services and practices.

• Assist in the preparation and development of the annual capital budget by identifying new business requirements, infrastructure needs, and process or practice improvements.

What the role requires: 

• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree in engineering from a university. 

• A minimum of 3 years of experience related to planning, design and construction of municipal -wastewater infrastructure. 

• Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, design and construction practices, codes and standards is a considerable asset. Similar experience in water processes, design and construction practices may also be considered as an equivalent.

• Knowledge of construction law, municipal procurement policies and procedures, tendering/contract process, Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations is a considerable asset. 

• Experience in project planning and scheduling.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Outlook and GIS.

• Ontario Class “G” license and access to a vehicle.

• Combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities: 

• Interpersonal skills to help prevent or resolve conflict with staff, contractors, suppliers, residents, business owners and councilors.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to prepare reports, technical memos, and oral presentations. 

• Strong analytical, organizational and administrative skills. 

• Communicate and negotiate with composure, tact and authority while understanding and acknowledging the perspective of others.

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:  

• A preference is given to those with a professional engineer license in Ontario (P. Eng.).

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:    

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date 
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan 
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum 
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays 
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing 
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion 
• Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources 

Work Mode & Job Location: 
In this role, you'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you'll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the Clarkson Wastewater Treatment Plant - 2307 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga and GE Booth Wastewater Treatment Plant - 1300 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga, ON worksite. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. 

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

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At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition. 

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.