Senior Manager, Linear Projects

Highlights of the Job

Ready to lead projects that shape Edmonton's water infrastructure? EPCOR Water Services is hiring a Senior Manager, Project Management – Linear Infrastructure to join our Project Management team. This full-time, permanent role is based at the historic Rossdale Water Treatment Plant in Edmonton, AB.

As a key leader, you'll oversee capital upgrades on critical linear infrastructure—storm and sanitary collection systems, and everything upstream of wastewater treatment and downstream of water treatment plants. You'll champion excellence through a robust project management framework, delivering high-quality, value-driven outcomes aligned with EPCOR's vision.

If you're passionate about projects that matter and thrive in a role with a 1–2 year planning horizon, we'd love to hear from you Internal EPCOR employees, please apply using your "" email.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Director, Project Management, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects while driving operational excellence and team performance. Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute project delivery strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Translate functional strategy into actionable 1–2 year plans, including capital planning and prioritization.
• Anticipate long-term challenges and opportunities, ensuring integration with broader business plans.
• Define resource and budget requirements and monitor execution against objectives.

Operational Excellence

• Stay current on technologies and project management best practices.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives and transformational opportunities.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure engagement and mitigate risk.

Project Delivery

• Oversee multiple linear infrastructure projects, ranging from thousands to tens of millions of dollars.
• Ensure alignment of activities, resolve issues, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Monitor performance metrics, report progress, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure projects meet EPCOR's engineering, safety, and sourcing standards.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead high-performing teams through hiring, engagement, and development.
• Set clear performance objectives, provide coaching, and hold team members accountable.
• Identify capability gaps and prioritize development to strengthen succession pipelines.

Collaboration & Relationships

• Foster strong cross-functional relationships to share information and develop solutions.
• Consult with stakeholders to build understanding and alignment on issues and opportunities.
• Collaborate across functions to integrate business plans and provide technical expertise for decision-making.

Risk & Delivery Strategy

• Ensure Project Management strategy aligns with Water Services and broader business objectives.
• Develop procurement strategies that consider risk, stakeholders, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks through robust control mechanisms in partnership with Project Controls.

What You Bring

Education & Credentials

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering from a recognized institution.
  Candidates with an Engineering Technology diploma or significant project management leadership experience will be considered.
• PMP and P.Eng. designations are preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of project management experience, including alternative delivery models (progressive design-build, design-build, CMAR, alliance/partnering).
• 5+ years of experience leading teams or managing other project management professionals.
• Strong knowledge of engineering design and construction for water and wastewater distribution and collection systems.
• Expertise in project management best practices, particularly contracting and execution strategies.
• Familiarity with project controls and document management tools and processes.

Leadership Competencies

The successful leader will demonstrate:

• Drive for Results – Deliver on commitments and achieve objectives.
• Enterprise Perspective – Align with organizational priorities.
• Gain Support – Influence and build buy-in across stakeholders.
• Collaborate Effectively – Work across teams and functions.
• Lead Teams & Develop Talent – Guide and grow high-performing teams.
• Leadership Maturity – Demonstrate sound judgment and composure.

Leadership Traits

We're looking for someone who embodies:

• Adaptability – Adjust quickly to changing priorities.
• Integrity – Act with honesty and accountability.
• Resilience – Stay composed under pressure.
• Curiosity – Seek out new ideas and opportunities.
• Trust & Affiliation – Build strong, reliable relationships.
• Tolerance of Ambiguity – Navigate uncertainty with confidence.

Other important facts about this job

Why EPCOR?

At EPCOR, you'll lead projects that make a lasting impact on Edmonton's water infrastructure while working in a collaborative, innovative environment. Join us and help shape the future of water services.

We will be accepting applications until December 15, 2025. Interviews are anticipated to take place during the second week of January 2026.

This is a professional level position that has a forty-hour work week typically Monday to Friday.

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Please note the following information:

• 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.
• If you are required to provide your own vehicle you will need to have appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR's Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR's Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.