Project Manager III, Water and Wastewater Treatment

Job summary

The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of water and wastewater treatment capital projects, ensuring they remain on schedule and within budget. This role involves supervising consulting engineers, managing project planning, and liaising with various stakeholders and regulatory agencies.

Job details

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process. If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you. Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team! As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite. Posting ID: 5502Department: Public WorksDivision: Water & Wastewater TreatmentPay Range: $108,952 - $136,187Job Type: PermanentHours of Work: 35 hours per weekWork Location: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, OntarioEmployee Group: MMSGVacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancyPosting Date: October 5, 2026Application Deadline: October 18, 2026 Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months. If you’re enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with Halton Region but don’t meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply! This position may be eligible for an underfill opportunity for candidates who do not meet every qualification. We’re always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team! Job Summary Reporting to the Senior Project Advisor, Plant Capital and Engineering, this role is responsible for the delivery of water and wastewater treatment capital projects, ensuring engineering and construction projects are delivered on schedule and on budget. Duties & Responsibilities Manage and deliver capital water and wastewater treatment projects from conception through completion under the guidance of the Senior Project Advisor. Liaise with internal stakeholders to refine project requirements and timelines. Implement and provide project management through budgeting, planning, design, schedule control, construction, and commissioning with a high degree of autonomy. Responsible for detailed project planning and business case development, including scope prioritization, as well as schedule and cost definition. Selects, directs and supervises consulting engineers in the design and construction of Regional capital works. Provide innovative solutions to complex challenges; research and make recommendations to adapt to new technologies, techniques and materials. Liaise with Municipal, Provincial and Federal Agencies to obtain all necessary approvals and permits for the implementation of projects. Communicates project requirements and information to the public and elected officials through correspondence, Public Information Centers and Staff Reports. Ensures projects are designed and constructed according to engineering best practices and Health and Safety Regulations for non-development and development projects. Negotiates and resolves claims and disputes from contractors. Support the delivery of the Corporate Strategic Plan as it applies to the Water and Wastewater Treatment Division. Educates, coaches, and mentors junior project/engineering staff. Represents the Section on departmental or corporate committees as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Skills & Qualifications Essential Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering (or similar), Professional Engineering License. A minimum of five to seven (5-7) years of directly related experience in the areas of design, construction, contract administration and the commissioning of water and wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations. Experience delivering complex and innovative capital projects on schedule and on budget. Expert project management, strategic planning, and analytical problem solving skills. Strong oral and written communication skills, along with strong facilitation, negotiation and dispute resolution skills, are required to interface with multiple stakeholders including Regional staff, contractors, consultants, council and the general public. Knowledge of evolving technologies, in-depth technical engineering and construction knowledge and be familiar with relevant standards, documentation and legislation (Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Protection Act, American Water Works Association Standards, Construction Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc.). An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered Preferred A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation Working/ Employment Conditions Working Conditions The successful incumbents must be flexible in working hours as there may be frequent trips to operational facilities and project sites. Incumbent must supply their own transportation and will be required to provide a copy of their driver’s license by their first day of employment. Employment Conditions Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, by the first day of employment. Important information about your application: In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require. Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly. Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high-quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused, and award-winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.

What you’ll do

The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of water and wastewater treatment capital projects, ensuring they remain on schedule and within budget. This role involves supervising consulting engineers, managing project planning, and liaising with various stakeholders and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering or a similar field and possess a Professional Engineering License. A minimum of five to seven years of experience in the design, construction, and commissioning of water and wastewater facilities is required.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangements
• Flexible work hours
• Work-life balance

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project management
• Civil engineering
• Contract administration
• Construction management
• Budgeting
• Strategic planning
• Analytical problem solving
• Negotiation
• Dispute resolution
• Stakeholder management
• Commissioning
• Technical engineering
• Mentoring
• Regulatory compliance
• Voicemail
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Clean Water Act
• Claims Resolution
• Pump Stations
• Project Engineering
• Technical Engineering
• Safe Drinking Water Act
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Research
• Construction
• Business Case
• Strategic Planning
• Civil Engineering
• Communication
• Consulting
• Contract Management
• Project Planning
• Dispute Resolution
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Wastewater
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Public Works
• Refining
• Sewage Treatments
• Timelines
• Water Resources
• Prioritization
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Engineering
• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Water/Wastewater Project Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

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