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Design Manager, Water/Wastewater

CIMA+4 days ago
Hybrid
Kitchener, ON
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Comprehensive group benefits from day one
Retirement savings plan with up to 4% employer match
3-5 weeks vacation based on experience

About the role

Company Description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers.

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.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

Job Description

CIMA+’s Infrastructure team combines top-notch skills with an intimate understanding of the local community to deliver customized infrastructure services for municipalities and real-estate developers. 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 seeking an experienced Design Manager specializing in municipal water and wastewater systems to join our dynamic and growing multi-disciplinary Infrastructure team in Ontario. This role emphasizes the technical delivery of detailed designs for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, storage facilities, and distribution systems. As Design Manager, you will bring strong communication skills, collaborative leadership, and a passion for high-quality engineering solutions.

You will have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work model, offering flexible work hours and a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration in Mississauga or Kitchener.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the technical design delivery of municipal water and wastewater facility projects through all project phases, from concept to construction and commissioning.

  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including process, civil, structural, electrical, building mechanical, and architectural experts to ensure cohesive and technically sound designs.

  • Provide technical direction and quality oversight on design deliverables such as drawings, calculations, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.

  • Monitor and manage design schedules, technical scopes, and quality control processes to meet internal and client expectations.

  • Serve as the technical point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders throughout the design and implementation process.

  • Mentor and guide intermediate and junior team members to strengthen design knowledge and professional growth.

  • Collaborate with project managers to support the successful execution of project budgets, schedules, and client communications.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
  • Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in the process design and delivery of municipal water and wastewater treatment projects.
  • Proven expertise in the detailed design of treatment systems, pumping stations, and linear infrastructure, including process hydraulics and unit operations.
  • Experience working with municipal clients in Ontario, especially in the GTA or Southwestern Ontario.
  • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex engineering concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and effectively coordinate across departments.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering technically sound, constructible solutions.

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 week
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
  • As an employee-owned company,an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
  • Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
  • Work/Life balance policy across Canada
  • 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
  • Tailored training to improve your existing skills

For additional info or interest contact Maria Rivas.

Additional Information

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.

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About CIMA+

Engineering Services
1001-5000

CIMA+ provides complete consulting engineering services in the areas of Energy and Resources, Infrastructure, Transportation, Buildings, Project Management, Operational and Digital Technologies (including Telecommunication Systems), and Earth and Environment. The search for excellence has been part of our DNA since our founding in 1990, and our teams draw on decades of experience acquired across Canada to deliver quality projects that meet our clients’ expectations. This commitment to excellence and quality has allowed CIMA+ to rank among the largest private consulting engineering firms in the country. Today, with 40 offices across Canada, CIMA+ employs more than 3,400 people, most of whom share ownership in the company.

Our multidisciplinary team is driven by a shared passion to deliver sustainable solutions that make our world a better place.

From our Board of Directors to the communities we serve, our commitment to people is evident in our drive to innovate, in the projects we carry out and in every action we take.