Job Description

Senior Project Manager, Contract Administration & OversightPublic Works - Water and WastewaterRegular Full Time; 2 Positions availableSalary Range: $110,870 to $138,589 per annum plus comprehensive benefitsWork mode: Hybrid * 1 day per week onsite at 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON which can increase based on operational needs.Hours of work: 35 Hours per weekWho 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 into every decision we make.Reporting to: Manager, Contract Administration and OversightWhat you will do in this role:

• Deliver of large complex inter-municipal agreement, for major repair, rehabilitation and replacement, for large diameter transmission watermains/sanitary sewers and appurtenances, groundwater and surface water/wastewater treatment facilities, water pumping and water storage facilities. Projects often involve multiple disciplines taking place simultaneously in the same location requiring coordination and management of multiple budgets, vendors and contractors
• Work in collaboration with manager or program managers, define capital project objectives, scope of work, key stakeholders, roles and responsibilities, key deliverables, proposed stages and schedules. Identify project risks and mitigation strategies
• Prepare terms of reference, tender documents for contracts, requests for proposals and evaluate detailed proposals. Lead Value Engineering assignments when peer review is required to ensure constructibility and value
• Negotiate with public utilities, conservation authorities, local municipal representatives, provincial and federal agencies to secure required permits and approvals in collaboration with Infrastructure Planning, Real Estate and Legal support staff
• Promote a safety culture and set a good example by working in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations. Use equipment, protective devices and personal protective equipment as required by Peel. Report any known workplace hazards or violations of the Act to the Manager or Program Manager
• Create and maintain constructive partnerships and relationships with local municipal representatives, conservation authorities, government agencies, water and wastewater industry associations, contractors, consultants, suppliers and academic researchers and institutions for the benefits of Peel.
• Build trust in our services by actively working to find solutions with our residents, business owners and councillors
• Deliver services with compassion, care and attention to stakeholder well being and success. Consider service delivery from the viewpoint of a resident and business owner
• Provide appropriate and timely service delivery updates. Set clear, realistic expectations with residents and business owners regarding timelines and follow up throughout the project
• Actively collaborate, cooperate and share information with other divisions and sections in Public Works and corporate support staff
• Contribute to improvement initiatives related to design, material, project management, customer and service delivery standards
• Regularly maintain and enhance knowledge on emerging issues, new technology, changing standards, codes and regulations, internal policy and procedure changes, and innovative products, services and practices
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

What we require:

• Completed University degree in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years experience working in planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure, including watermains/sanitary sewers, treatment facilities, pumping and storage facilities
• Polished understanding of watermains/sanitary sewers, and/or water/wastewater treatment facilities, pumping and storage facilities
• Thorough knowledge of construction law, municipal procurement process and all relevant legislation

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 OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis
• 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 enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you\'ll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ON worksite. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve 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 technologyKindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit .If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.About UsPeel 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 175,000 businesses.Were 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, weve 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 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, its impactful. We encourage you to in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won\'t find a better opportunity than Peel Region.Additional InformationPeel 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 contactPlease 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 applicants 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.

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