Design Project Manager

Design Project Manager - Civil (Water/Wastewater Construction)

Maple Reinders is currently looking to add an experienced Design Project Manager to our Major Projects team in Calgary, Alberta. The successful candidate will be have the opportunity to work on both Civil and ICI major projects. 

As the Design Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the technical development of our RFP proposals and ensuring that the execution/project team has been brought up to speed by being the bridge between the pursuit team and the execution/project team.   Your passionate spirit for your craft will be evident in the efforts you put forth and your team focus will help in coordinating the work that you deliver.

Responsibilities:

• Providing technical expertise to the pursuit team;
• Working with the pursuit team to assist in developing winning strategies, plans and schedules. 
• Being involved at the RFP stage to provide technical support. 
• Leading divisional resources in developing the estimate for pursuits.
• Managing design consultants to ensure an effective and timely design that meets the construction budget and schedule requirements for the project. 
• Identifying concerns with the design for constructability, cost and schedule. 
• Presenting and co-presenting presentations to clients on technical aspects of the design.
• Developing relationships with design and technical firms.
• Assist in selecting design and technical firms for projects.
• Attending industry events making presentations as required. 
• Disseminating information from the project pursuit to the project team. 
• Being embedded in the execution team by finalizing the design.
• Communicating the design and construction plan to the execution team.
• Being available to the execution team in an advisory capacity during construction. 
• Coordinating and managing value engineering sessions internally and externally to find value added scope and maximize savings to project budgets.
• Assisting the execution team develop a commissioning plan and being a resource during commissioning as sponsored.

 Qualifications/ Skills:

• University degree in Engineering, and or Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma, or a combination of education and industry experience.
• At least 10 years experience as a Project Manager, a Construction Administrator or a Design Project Manager in the construction industry.
• Experience in Industrial, Commercial, Water/Wastewater, Energy projects, and civil infrastructure construction.
• Well rounded knowledge of all construction disciplines i.e. civil, structural, process, mechanical and electrical.
• Professional Designation preferred - P. Eng and/or Gold Seal
• Proficient MS Office and Windows-based computer applications skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, etc.).
• The ability to use/learn industry specific software programs such as BIM360, and SharePoint, MS Project.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proven leadership abilities.

About Maple Reinders:

Maple Reinders is one of Canada's most respected and trusted construction firms, delivering innovative solutions for over 55 years. We are a full-service construction provider specializing in ICI buildings (industrial, commercial, institutional) and civil/environmental projects such as water and wastewater treatment plants, composting facilities, energy-from-waste, and biogas systems.

With 500+ team members across six offices nationwide and more than 2,900 projects completed coast-to-coast, we've built a reputation for excellence, adaptability, and integrity.

We are proud to be:

• A Platinum Member of Canada's Best Managed Companies
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Recipients of numerous awards for innovation, sustainability, and design

We want an individual who will embody Maple Reinders core values of

• People – Supporting our people to thrive.
• Integrity – Doing the right thing without compromise.
• Relationships – Building trust with clients & partners.
• Stewardship – Caring for communities & the environment.
• Ingenuity – Embracing challenges. Encouraging ideas. Engineering solutions. 

Why you should work here:

• Competitive Salaries (paid weekly)
• Starting at three weeks paid vacation plus additional gifted days off over the Christmas break  
• RRSP with employer matching (up to 5%)
• Discretionary bonuses & profit sharing
• Group Health Insurance Plan (medical, dental, health care spending account)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee rewards program (Maple Points)
• Discount programs & memberships
• Employee and Project referral bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth and learning opportunities, including professional certifications

Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 / Year (depending on experience) 

Location: Calgary, AB

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Submit your resume and project list through this posting or on our website. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) to review resumes of candidates and assess their fit based on the criteria outlined in the job posting. We do not use AI to make any final hiring or interview decisions.

Maple Reinders is an equal opportunity employer and supports employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace. Upon request, Maple Reinders accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact .