Program Manager, Infrastructure Planning and Studies State of Good Repair

Program Manager, Infrastructure Planning and Studies State of Good Repair

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: $110,870 to $138,589 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits, where applicable) 

Work Mode: Hybrid; 2 days on-site per week which can increase based on operational requirements*see below for more details about this work mode. 

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week

Who we are:  Infrastructure Planning, Partnerships and Compliance helps achieve our mission of "Providing Clean Water for Life" by protecting and managing our water resources, planning new water and wastewater infrastructure to meet growth demands, asset management planning to maintain the existing $26 Billion infrastructure in a state of good repair, planning and supporting water and wastewater regulatory compliance and quality management systems.  We build and manage strategic partnerships with the Local Municipalities, Ontario Clean Water Agency, Conservation Authorities, and other municipalities and external agencies

In this role you will Supervise a team of 4 Advisors, 4 Project Managers, 1 Specialist and 1 Student.

What you will do in this role:

The Program Manager leads large complex programs related to water/wastewater infrastructure such as Long Term State of Good Repair (SOGR) Strategy for Capital Projects ranging from $10 Million to $100 + Million. The role also includes completion of complex feasibility studies, water/wastewater infrastructure risk assessment studies and strategies and redundancy requirements, specific projects related to developing strategic plans, process/system relating to water/wastewater infrastructure replacement and renewal, review, develop and implement highly specialized engineering and decision making tools such as, Asset Prioritization Systems.

• Lead and deliver Long Term State Good Repair capital plans and strategies, Risk Assessments and technical/feasibility studies related to the Region’s water/wastewater infrastructure, in collaboration with staff from water/wastewater engineering, condition assessment team, operations and external agencies providing preliminary designs and scope of work for capital works projects.
• Lead vulnerability and risk assessment studies of Region’s water/wastewater system, including the Wastewater Inflow and Infiltration program and planning of Water and Wastewater linear system Condition Assessment programs.
• Identifies specific assets that may be impacted by the identified threats and the relative criticality of these assets and determining the likelihood that a threat may materialize.
• Ensures projects are monitored and completed using best practices and existing management methodology.
• Identifies resources/stakeholders and assembles and leads project teams from internal support, internal stakeholders, and external consultants or services, prepares project charters, terms of reference, identifies scope and deliverables of projects and including tender documents, RFPs, and/or quote for projects, assembles bid submission evaluation teams, evaluation and recommends and prepares Council reports.
• Leads, develop and implement the investigation and studies  as well as public facing programs of the Region of Peel’s inflow and infiltration reduction strategy.
• Supervises and directs work activity for a team of water/wastewater professionals, including administrative responsibilities such performance appraisals, hiring, career development, and addressing performance related issues
• Develops and delivers the water distribution and wastewater collection SOGR 10 year capital plan and budget, MOE required Financial Plan and provides technical expertise into the development and application of Region’s asset management system(s) assess short and long term renewal needs and develop capital infrastructure plans for renewal and rehabilitation.
• Ensures the monitoring of all project financials, progress, negotiates project changes in scope to minimize Peel’s financial risk while maintaining the quality and schedule of the project
• Collaborates with approval agencies (MOE, MNR, CA, Utilities, DFO,etc.) in the execution of projects
• Identify and initiates new business requirements to improve current practices and better assess infrastructure needs. Keeps continually educated on emerging technologies and changing regulations.
• Builds sustainable relationships with area and neighbouring Municipalities to collaborate on all aspects of infrastructure coordination and planning and with external utilities (telephone, gas, hydro, roads, etc)
• Respond to internal clients, councilor and consumer enquiries

What the role requires: 

• University/College degree in Civil Engineering, Geo Science or Earth Sciences
• 5 years of relevant work experience
• Strong technical knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure and related functions (pressure zones, fluid mechanics, geology and hydraulics, inflow and infiltration,condition assessment and engineering technologies)
• Applied ability to Interpret and understand technical data related to project preliminary design, infrastructure conditions, asset life cycle.

Skills/Abilities: 

• Project/program management skills to lead project teams in development of project scope, financials aptitude and understanding of business/financial analyses for assets, deliverables and management of consultants
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with approval agencies and achieve consensus on project components/recommendations
• Ability to present and facilitate meetings on project recommendations to senior management, Council, approval agencies and at public information meetings
• Strong problem solving skills to evaluate stakeholder input with technical feasibility and develop appropriate and cost effective solutions
• Delegates, directs work distribution among project teams, coordinate logistics and develop short and long terms plans/strategies to meet deliverables of projects
• Previous leadership experience 
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:  

• P. Eng and PMP are preferred assets

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 benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change 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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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. 

Peel Region remains committed to uninterrupted service delivery during the transition outlined in the Peel Transition Implementation Act, 2024, introduced by the Ontario government on December 12, 2024. If passed, this legislation would transfer responsibility for regional roads and stormwater infrastructure to Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga by July 1, 2026, or as determined by the Minister. Waste collection and two community recycling centres in Mississauga would also transfer to the City of Mississauga. Peel Region continues to offer meaningful opportunities for skilled professionals to make a lasting impact during this period of change and beyond. For more details, 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.