Manager, Flow Control Facilities Technical Services

Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Edmonton, AB

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on leader to step into the role of Manager, Flow Control Facilities Technical Services. You will lead a high-performing technical team responsible for the reliability, design, and continuous improvement of critical water infrastructure assets.

You’ll shape engineering practices, influence multi-year standards, and partner cross-functionally across operations, projects, and asset management - ensuring safe, efficient, and forward-thinking delivery of engineering services.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Reporting to the Associate Director, Flow Control Facilities, you will lead a team of engineering and technical professionals supporting critical infrastructure systems. Key accountabilities include:

Lead Delivery & Performance

• Oversee the delivery of core engineering services, including design, technical support, design reviews, and investigations
• Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of engineering work through your team
• Remove roadblocks and adapt priorities to meet operational objectives

Plan & Deliver on Business Priorities

• Contribute to annual operational planning, including priorities, budgets, and resource needs
• Anticipate risks and challenges, and develop proactive solutions
• Align team deliverables with broader business and asset strategies

Advance Engineering Excellence

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and technical documentation
• Oversee drawing QA/QC, as-built verification, hydraulic schematics, and P&IDs
• Support and continuously improve the Management of Change (MOC) process
• Lead the evolution of engineering standards (e.g., D&C Volume updates) and technical guidance across Flow Control Facilities

Partner Across the Business

• Collaborate closely with Operations, Projects, Asset Management, and Construction teams
• Act as the key liaison for engineering support on capital projects
• Provide expert technical guidance to stakeholders and leadership
• Provide engineering oversight and coordination for Management of Change (MOC) activities impacting critical assets

Build & Develop Talent

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers and technical professionals
• Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative team culture
• Support workforce planning, recruitment, and ongoing development

What You Bring

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Environmental, Process, or related)
• Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) in Alberta
• PMP designation is an asset

Experience

• 6+ years of engineering experience, including design and project delivery
• Proven experience leading and developing technical teams in a dynamic, operational environment
• Strong background in infrastructure, water/wastewater, or similar environments

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of hydraulics, process design, pump systems, and engineering economics
• Experience reviewing and approving engineering designs and technical documentation
• Ability to develop practical, high-value solutions to complex technical challenges

Leadership Profile

You are:

• A results-driven leader who sets clear expectations and delivers through others
• A big-picture thinker who connects team efforts to broader organizational goals
• A collaborator and influencer who builds strong cross-functional partnerships
• A people developer who invests in growing talent and building capability
• A calm and resilient decision-maker who thrives in dynamic environments

Why EPCOR?

• Lead meaningful, high-impact infrastructure work that supports your community
• Shape engineering standards and practices at a system-wide level
• Work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Grow your leadership career in a stable, full-time permanent environment
• Make decisions that directly impact the reliability and performance of critical water systems

At EPCOR, you’ll join an organization that values integrity, accountability, and collaboration. In this role, you’ll work closely with senior leadership and contribute to initiatives that directly impact our operations and the communities we serve.

This is a full-time, Monday–Friday role (40 hours per week).

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Additional notes:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.
• The results of this competition may be used to fill similar vacant positions for up to six (6) months.