Project Manager, Contract Administration & Oversight (Water and Wastewater)

Project Manager, Contract Administration & Oversight (Water and Wastewater)

Public Works – Water and Wastewater

Status: 1 Regular Full Time

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

Work mode: Hybrid; A minimum of 2 On-site Days per week

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week, Monday to Friday 

Who we are:  Peel is known as a leading water and wastewater service provider. We deliver exceptional service to our customers by ensuring the community is provided with a safe and dependable drinking water supply, wastewater is efficiently collected and properly treated, and both the environment and long-term financial management is considered into every decision we make.

Reporting to the Manager of Contract Administration and Oversight this position is primarily responsible managing well defined inter-municipal agreements, typically with term lengths 3 to 5 years and/or external agencies review and analysis relating to Water and Wastewater infrastructure. These projects involve water distribution mains/sanitary sewers and appurtenances, groundwater/wastewater treatment facilities, distribution system pressure boosting facilities and elevated water storage facilities.  Operating budgets are typically less than $10 million per inter-municipal agreement.

What you will do:

• Effectively deliver well defined inter-municipal agreements and/or external agency review and analysis  for repair, rehabilitation and replacement, for water distribution mains/sanitary sewers and appurtenances, wastewater/water treatment facilities, distribution pressure booster facilities and elevated storage facilities
• Working in collaboration with Manager or Program Managers, define capital project objectives, scope of work, key stakeholders, roles and responsibilities, key deliverables, , 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 in collaboration with Infrastructure Planning, Real Estate and Legal support staff
• Project delivery may also include Environmental Assessment and design
• Review submissions in collaboration with Manager, Program 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,workout feasibility plans to meet all timelines and ensure contract specifications are adhered to.  Coordinate with Capital Teams, Treatment teams, Operations and Inspectors to integrate maintenance activities with capital project plans
• Maintain constructive partnerships and relationships with local municipal representatives, conservation authorities, government agencies, water and wastewater industry associations, contractors, consultants, suppliers and academic researchers and institutions for the benefits of Peel
• Prepare written communication that is clear, concise and accurate, effectively simplifying technical or complex information.  Communicate and negotiate with composure, tact and authority while understanding and acknowledging the perspective of others
• Assist in the preparation and development of the annual capital budget by identifying new business requirements, infrastructure needs, and process or practice improvements 
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

What we require:

• Completed University degree in Engineering with a minimum of 3 years experience working in planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure, including watermains/sanitary sewers, treatment facilities, pumping and storage facilities or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience may be considered.
• Polished understanding of watermains/sanitary sewers, and/or water/wastewater treatment facilities, pumping and storage facilities
• Thorough knowledge of construction law, municipal procurement process and all relevant legislation
• Effective interpersonal skills with ability to deliver proactive solutions and solve conflict in timely fashion
• Working experience in project planning and scheduling
• Proficient using MS Office, including Excel, Project, Outlook, Teams and GIS software
• Must have a valid Class ‘G’ license in good standing and access to a vehicle

Skills/Abilities: 

• Superior communicator both verbally and written with skills to prepare reports, technical memos, conduct training and presentations
• Collaboration skills to build trusting relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
• Organized with strong project management skills and a drive to deliver results
• Effective interpersonal skills with ability to deliver proactive solutions and solve conflict in timely fashion
• Working experience in project planning and scheduling
• Superior communicator both verbally and written with skills to prepare reports, technical memos, conduct training and presentations
• Collaboration skills to build trusting relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
• Organized with strong project management skills and a drive to deliver results

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 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.