Director, Wastewater
Lead the growth and delivery of the municipal wastewater practice across Ontario through strategic business development and client engagement. Provide technical oversight and design direction for complex wastewater treatment facilities and municipal infrastructure projects.
- Hybrid
- Kitchener, ON
- Posted Jun 25, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Company DescriptionWelcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company. At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to. Welcome to CIMA+ Job DescriptionCIMA+’s Infrastructure team combines top-notch skills with an intimate understanding of the local community to deliver customized infrastructure services for municipalities. We have delivered hundreds of projects across Canada, including innovative solutions for the full spectrum of water and wastewater assets, on time and on budget. We support clients from start to finish, whether for building brand new or assessing, repairing, and expanding on existing infrastructure. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!We are looking for a Director, Wastewater, to lead the growth and delivery of our municipal wastewater practice across Ontario. This leadership role combines strategic business development, client engagement, technical oversight, and team leadership to support the successful execution of complex wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects. As a senior technical advisor, you will help shape project solutions, mentor staff, and contribute to the continued growth and success of our Infrastructure sector. The role can be based out of our Mississauga, Markham or Kitchener offices, in a hybrid model.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and design direction on major wastewater and municipal infrastructure projects.Lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project delivery, including environmental assessments, planning, approvals, conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, construction, and commissioning.Direct the planning and execution of wastewater treatment facilities, sewage collection systems, and sewage pumping stations.Oversee project coordination, resource allocation, budget management, risk assessment, and quality assurance to ensure successful project outcomes.Act as a trusted advisor to municipal clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and project partners throughout project development and implementation.Lead business development activities, including client relationship management, strategic account growth, proposal development, and project pursuits.Identify emerging market opportunities and contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Water sector.Provide technical oversight and guidance to project managers, engineers, and technical staff while fostering professional development and mentorship across the team.Collaborate with leaders across multiple disciplines to deliver integrated and innovative infrastructure solutions.Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and professional associations to strengthen market presence and client relationships.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal wastewater consulting, engineering, and project leadership.Demonstrated experience leading significant wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects from planning through construction.Strong expertise in wastewater treatment, sewage collection systems, pumping stations, and municipal infrastructure planning.Proven success in managing client relationships, developing new business opportunities, and leading multidisciplinary project teams.Thorough understanding of environmental assessment processes, regulatory approvals, municipal standards, and infrastructure delivery frameworks.Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement, and team development skills.Established network of municipal client relationships within Ontario, particularly within the GTA and Southwestern Ontario, is considered a strong asset.Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence. At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per weekEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramRetirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contributionAs an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employeesFlexible work schedule in a hybrid work modeWork/Life balance policy across Canada3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experienceTailored training to improve your existing skillsFor more information contact Georgeta Suta.Additional InformationAt CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request. Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+. Sector Name: Infrastructure Employee Type: Regular Compensation: CAD 156960 - CAD 200000 - yearly
What you’ll do
Lead the growth and delivery of the municipal wastewater practice across Ontario through strategic business development and client engagement. Provide technical oversight and design direction for complex wastewater treatment facilities and municipal infrastructure projects.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a P.Eng. license in Ontario with at least 15 years of experience in municipal wastewater consulting. Must have a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and managing significant infrastructure projects from planning through construction.
Benefits
• Comprehensive Group Benefits • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) • Employer Contribution to RRSP • Employee Share Purchase Opportunity • Flexible Work Schedule • Work/Life Balance Policy • Vacation
Listed skills
- Project managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Strategic Leadership
- Business Development
- Client Relationship Management
- Wastewater Treatment Design
- Project Management
- Technical Oversight
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Environmental Assessment
- Budget Management
- Risk Assessment
- Quality Assurance
- Municipal Infrastructure Planning
- Team Leadership
- Proposal Development
- Regulatory Approvals
- Mentorship
Job areas
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Consulting
- Construction
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 15+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
