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Project Manager, Condition Assessment & Rehabilitation (CA&R)

Public Works – Water and Wastewater, Engineering Services 

Status: Regular Full-Time

Salary Range: Non Union Salary Band I

Hiring Range: $105, 754 per annum -$118,974 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual) 

Work mode: Hybrid; 2 On-site Days per week which can increase based on operational needs

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON

Hours of work:35 Hours per week

Who we are:Peel is known as a leading water and wastewater service provider. We deliver exceptional service to our customers by ensuring the community is provided with a safe and dependable drinking water supply, wastewater is efficiently collected and properly treated, and both the environment and long-term financial management is considered in every decision we make. We will face challenges in the coming years, including population growth, the impacts of climate change, replacement of aging infrastructure, and further changes in both customer expectations and the regulatory environment in which we operate. To meet these challenges and continue to provide the levels of service that our customers expect requires innovative approaches, collaboration with other levels, as well as investment in infrastructure and in our people. Each of our teams and our people are seen, industry wide, as leaders in our respective fields. 

Join our diverse team and be part of our vision. Think big. Channel your creativity. Make a difference.
At Peel Region, we can create lasting impact, together.

Reports to: Program Manager, Condition Assessment &Rehabilitation.

The purpose of this role is to manage condition assessment and rehabilitation projects related to water/wastewater linear infrastructure supporting Peel’s Long-Term State of Good Repair Strategy.

What you will do in the role:

• Management of various Capital projects that involve condition assessment and rehabilitation of  sanitary trunk sewers, water transmission and sub-transmission mains, forcemains and chambers. 
• Comprehensive review, sorting and tracking of condition assessment data to accurately scope and assist with prioritizing and scheduling of re-inspection, monitoring and rehabilitation work. 
• Plan, schedule and manage the design and construction of capital projects.
• Provide technical support to a multi-disciplinary team. 
• Leads vulnerability and risk assessment studies of the Region’s water/wastewater system.
• Lead the development of Project Management documents and ensures projects are monitored and completed using this methodology. Identifies resources/stakeholders and assembles and leads project teams from internal support, internal stakeholders, and external consultants or services, prepares project charters, terms of reference, identifies scope and deliverables of projects 
• Develop and prepare tender documents, RFPs, and/or RFQs for projects, assembles bid submission evaluation teams, evaluations and recommends and prepares Council reports 
• Coordinate the detailed design and construction constraints with other internal departments as well as the area municipalities (when necessary) to minimize any overlapping of infrastructure works and workout feasibility plans to meet all timelines.  
• Coordinate with Operations to integrate maintenance activities with capital planning and budgeting. 
• Work in collaboration with Operations, OCWA, external stakeholders and internal staff to support the state of good repair program for both linear Water and Wastewater assets. 
• Track all project financials, progress, negotiates project changes in scope to minimize Peel’s financial risk while maintaining the quality and schedule of the project, supervise consultants, develop and execute communication plans with public/council and other key stakeholders, collaborate with approval agencies (MECP, MNRF, CAs, Utilities, DFO, etc.) in the execution of the project 
• Provide technical input and necessary support in the development and application of Region’s asset management system(s) and uses the system to develop strategic infrastructure renewal polices and programs, assess short- and long-term renewal needs and develop capital infrastructure plans for renewal and rehabilitation.   
• Provide comment on third-party designs, applications, secondary plans, official plan amendments, district plans and servicing plans/studies. Identify and initiates new business requirements to improve current practices and better assess infrastructure needs. Keeps continually educated on emerging technologies and changing regulations. 
• Collaborate extensively with Area Municipalities and external utilities (gas, hydro, etc.) on all aspects of infrastructure coordination and planning.

What the role requires:

• A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).
• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Engineering, is preferred
• A minimum of 5 years direct working experience in design and construction of municipal wastewater collection and conveyance systems, water transmission and distribution, including condition assessment and rehabilitation
• Strong technical knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure and related functions,  leadership and project management skills to lead project teams in development of project scope, financials, deliverables and management of consultants
• Must be able to interpret and understand technical data related to project preliminary design, infrastructure conditions, asset life cycle, engineering drawings, contract specifications, reports and technical memoranda
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to utilize project management software
• Thorough knowledge of design practices, standards, codes and industry related legislation
• An equivalent combination of skills and educational experience may be considered.

Skills/Abilities: 

• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders
• Facilitation experience with a skill-set to lead engaging presentations
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Proven leader with strong negotiation skills and ability to be timely and accountable
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:  

• P.Eng. or CET designation considered an asset

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: 

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
• Automatic enrolment into the OMERS pension plan 
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis  starting at 3 weeks per annum 
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing 
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion 
• Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources 

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

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Public Notice: Water and Wastewater Services Transition

Effective January 1, 2029, the Region of Peel’s Water and Wastewater services will become a Public Utility, as part of the provincially guided transition process. On this date, the new utility will assume responsibility for delivering water and wastewater services across Peel. Residents and businesses can expect continued reliable service throughout the transition, and the Region will work closely with all partners to ensure a smooth and wellcoordinated change.

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.