Job Description
Senior Project Manager, Water/Wastewater Operations and Optimization
Public Works - Water and Wastewater Operations
Status: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: $114,196 to $142,747 per hour (plus comprehensive benefits, where applicable)
Work Mode: Hybrid; 2 onsite days per week *see below for more details about this work mode.
Location:2307 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON. Candidate must be able to travel to various Peel Region Water Treatment Plants within Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon.
Hours of work: 35 Hours per week
Who we are: Water & Wastewater Operations is responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of the linear distribution and collection systems and our communal wastewater treatment plant and wells. The team is also responsible for the oversight of the operations and optimization at our large water and wastewater treatment facilities. Our business support team focuses on continual improvement initiatives and contract administration for the whole operations team. Check out this link to learn more:
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Reports to: Manager Water & Wastewater Operations and Optimization
What you will do in this role:
- Deliver large, complex operations and optimization programs for groundwater, surface water, and wastewater treatment, as well as water pumping and storage facilities. This includes research and pilot projects.
- Manage multiple budgets, stakeholders, and vendors simultaneously, ensuring alignment with project objectives and organizational goals.
- Collaborate with managers and program managers to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, stakeholder roles, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Prepare terms of reference, tender documents, and requests for proposals; evaluate and select vendors through detailed proposal reviews.
- Coordinate with Operations & Maintenance teams, Capital and Treatment teams, and Inspectors to align infrastructure work, minimize service disruptions, and ensure compliance with contract specifications.
- Develop operational standards, emergency protocols, automation systems, asset management practices, and service level objectives in collaboration with internal teams and vendors.
- Track, forecast, and report on budget expenditures while ensuring accountability and financial transparency.
- Provide timely feedback on vendor performance and conduct formal performance reviews.
- Foster productive relationships with municipal representatives, conservation authorities, government agencies, industry associations, contractors, consultants, and academic institutions to support project success.
- Engage with residents, business owners, and councillors to build trust, set clear expectations, and provide timely project updates.
- Communicate complex technical information clearly and concisely in written materials.
- Stay current with emerging technologies, regulations, standards, and internal procedures to support continuous improvement.
- Support annual capital budget development by identifying infrastructure needs, business requirements, and opportunities for process enhancements.
- Promote a safe workplace by identifying and implementing safety improvements.
What the role requires:
- An undergraduate bachelor’s degree in engineering
- 5 years of direct working experience in planning, operations, biosolids management, research, studies and design of municipal infrastructure including watermains/sanitary sewers, and/or water/wastewater treatment facilities, pumping and storage facilities. Applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
- Thorough knowledge of municipal procurement policies and procedures, tendering/contract process, value engineering, contract administration, Environmental Assessment process, Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations and the Safe Drinking Water Act and regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Outlook and GIS.
- Must have a valid Class “G” license and access to a vehicle.
Skills/Abilities:
- Highly effective interpersonal skills to prevent or resolve conflict with staff, contractors, suppliers, residents, councilors and other stakeholders.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills to prepare reports, technical memos, conduct training and oral presentations/discussions and liaise with a variety of individuals at various levels and to represent the Region at meetings.
- Diplomacy, tact and organizational awareness to work with a variety of individuals, consultants, contractors and key stakeholders to coordinate work, avoid conflict and drive progress.
- Strong project management, negotiating, organizational and presentation skills.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
Nice to have:
- Thorough knowledge of water distribution/sanitary sewers, transmission, pumping, storage and/or treatment processes, design and construction practices, codes and standards. Knowledge and experience in SCADA, electrical, mechanical and civil engineering related to large scale water/wastewater treatment and pumping facilities is a considerable asset.
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
Be bold. Think big. Join us.
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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About Us
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.
Additional Information
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.
