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this position is responsible for managing and supporting - projects related to water/wastewater infrastructure. These projects involve groundwater and surface water treatment facilities, water pumping stations and water storage facilities.  The position will be responsible for all deliverables produced by the project and the team members.

• Manage capital projects that involve groundwater and surface water treatment facilities, water pumping stations and water storage facilities
• Leads the development of Project Management documents and ensures projects are monitored and completed using this methodology.
• Develops and prepares tender documents, request for proposals, and/or quote for projects, assembles bid submission evaluation teams, evaluations and recommends and prepare Council reports
• Tracks all project financials, progress, negotiates project changes in scope to minimize 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, 
• Provides technical input and necessary support in the development and application of asset management system(s) and uses the system to develop strategic infrastructure renewal polices and programs, assess short and long term renewal needs
• Identify and initiates new business requirements to improve current practices and better assess infrastructure needs. Keeps continually educated on emerging technologies and changing regulations.
• Assists in the preparation and development of the annual capital budget by identifying new business requirements, infrastructure needs, and process or practice improvements.
• Office environment consisting of team meetings (on and off-site), organizing workload, monitoring, planning logistics, resolving issues and challenges, reviewing/preparing technical documentation,

• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree in engineering from a university or a three-year engineering technology diploma from a college of applied arts and technology. 
• A minimum of 5 years direct working experience in planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure including watermains, water treatment facilities, pumping and storage facilities.  Applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered. 
• Knowledge of water distribution, transmission, pumping, storage and treatment processes, design and construction practices,
• Must have a valid Class “G” license and access to a vehicle.
• Strong technical knowledge of water infrastructure and related functions  leadership and project management skills to lead project teams 

SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process.  Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.