Project Manager - Design & Construction (Transportation)
Waterloo
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About this job
Full-time Project Manager for the Region of Waterloo who plans, designs, and manages construction and rehabilitation of engineering projects including water treatment, wastewater treatment, and solid waste disposal infrastructure. The role involves directing technical staff, coordinating consultant selection, managing budgets, and overseeing all phases from design through construction completion.
Key Responsibilities
Direct technical staff on in-house design projects and provide technical direction to construction inspectors and survey crews
Coordinate consultant selection and hiring, review workplans and budgets, and make recommendations to Committee and Council
Chair project teams to establish scope, conduct environmental assessments, and lead public meetings on project designs
Prepare project designs, cost estimates, and contract drawings incorporating requirements from the Region, area municipalities, utilities, and Ministries
Oversee construction phase including pre-construction meetings, review of shop drawings, site inspections for quality and compliance, and final inspections and completion certificates
Qualifications
Diploma in civil engineering technology plus progressively responsible related experience in project management
Membership or eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists at the Technologist level
Knowledge of civil engineering, engineering methods and administration, contract administration and law, and budget preparation and monitoring
Analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills to work independently on concurrent projects
Communication, human relations, and negotiation skills to direct contractors, consultants, and staff, and conduct public meetings and presentations
At a glance
Location: 150 Frederick St, Kitchener, ON (Regional Admin Headquarters)
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm (Hybrid)
Union classification: Management/Management Support
Job Number: 4905
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