Project Manager for Capital Infrastructure

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Halifax Water Full time
About the Role

Halifax Water seeks a skilled Project Engineer to join its team in managing water, wastewater, and stormwater capital projects. As a key member of the Structures & Special Projects team, this professional will provide leadership and expertise in delivering infrastructure projects that protect public health and the environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical and project management support for capital projects, including scope, cost, schedule, and quality control across conceptual planning, design, contract document preparation, external consultant management, construction management, and project closeout.
  • Work with a team to execute design and construction of capital projects in support of the structures and special projects assigned. Collaborate with other Halifax Water staff on project phases, including planning, procurement, contract management, delivery methodologies, and reporting.
  • Prepare project recommendations, scope of work documents, and manage the execution of internal staff, external consultant, and contractor activities.
  • Lead investigations and studies related to water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. Conduct field inspections, construction inspections, reporting, safety audits, and data collection related to planned or existing infrastructure.
  • Deliver and execute full-range infrastructure projects with a focus on projects generated from Halifax Water's long-term plans, from major structures to vertical or unique infrastructure.
  • Assist with and provide support for a range of infrastructure projects, from small to large.
  • Liaise with the public, elected officials, community interest groups, regulators, government representatives, developers, consultants, lawyers, insurers, and other stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal Halifax Water staff, consulting engineers, and constructors as it relates to design and construction of capital projects.
  • Manage and utilize databases for the collection, coordination, and reporting of Halifax Water project management data.
  • Provide support and mentorship to junior staff for the execution and delivery of projects and assignments.
Requirements
  • Post-secondary degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Process, or Environmental) along with Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
  • Minimum five years of progressively responsible related experience in an engineering field, construction/construction management, and project management experience.
  • Eligibility for membership with Engineers Nova Scotia.
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (asset).
  • Valid NS driver's license.
  • Willingness to undertake and maintain safety training, including First Aid, Globally Harmonized System (GHS), and additional safety training as identified based on legislative and operational requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience with project cost estimating and scheduling, consultant and contractor coordination, and procurement.
  • Familiarity with the use of Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) documents for project delivery contracts.
  • Civil construction experience managing vertical infrastructure projects, such as buildings, dams, water or wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and chambers.
  • Demonstrated track record of successful project delivery on civil infrastructure construction projects.
  • Knowledge of Provincial Acts, HRWC Regulations, Municipal By-Laws, and Policies related to municipal infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles, policies, regulations, and practices relating to municipal infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of national, provincial, and municipal engineering procedures, standards, specifications, and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of various project delivery methodologies, including design-bid-build, design-build, progressive design-build, integrated project delivery, and construction management alternatives.
  • Ability to monitor, interpret, and forecast a project's cost reports, ensuring they are in line with estimates.
  • Ability to develop engineering solutions to infrastructure problems.
  • Leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of initiative and ability to achieve results through effective interaction with other staff.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude.
  • Ability to adapt to change in the work environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to all stakeholders.
  • Ability to work closely and effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including the public, elected officials, community interest groups, regulators, government representatives, developers, consultants, lawyers, and insurers.
  • Strong consultative and negotiation skills.
  • Great organizational skills and ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
  • Strong computer/software skills, including the Microsoft suite of office software, spreadsheet development, database development, and other engineering-related computer applications.
Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Manager, Structures & Special Projects

Directly Supervises: N/A

Indirectly Supervises: Consultants, contractors

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