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Senior Project Manager - Water

Job in Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Engineer
  • Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be h accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Water, Wastewater and Conveyance team in Burnaby, BC , at the heart of Metro Vancouver. This is your opportunity to grow your career in one of the most sought-after places to live in the world—where mountain views, ocean air, vibrant neighborhoods, and year-round outdoor adventure are part of everyday life.

Imagine starting your morning with a mountain trail run, ocean paddle, or café stop in a walkable neighbourhood—then leading impactful infrastructure projects that help protect waterways, support population growth, and build climate-resilient communities across British Columbia. From Burnaby, you’re minutes from downtown Vancouver, the North Shore mountains, beaches, world-class dining, and an unmatched blend of urban energy and natural beauty.

In this role, you’ll lead complex water, wastewater and conveyance projects that truly matter—projects that safeguard public health and shape sustainable cities. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, partner directly with municipalities and regulators, and play a visible leadership role on some of the region’s most significant infrastructure initiatives.

We’re looking for an experienced, collaborative civil or municipal engineering professional who thrives on responsibility, values technical excellence, and wants their work to leave a lasting legacy—while enjoying a lifestyle that balances career ambition with quality of life.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the charge on complex and once in a generation projects that cements your career.

  • Manage multimillion-dollar water, wastewater and conveyance projects that protect communities and the environment.

  • Be the connector —collaborate with municipalities, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams to bring big ideas to life.

  • Own the vision —guide projects from concept to completion, ensuring technical excellence and sustainable outcomes.

  • Champion innovation —introduce creative solutions that make infrastructure smarter, greener, and more resilient.

  • Mentor and inspire —support junior engineers and project staff, building a culture of collaboration and growth.

  • Stay ahead of the curve —anticipate challenges, manage risks, and keep multimillion-dollar budgets and schedules on track.

  • Balance the big picture with the details —from strategic planning to hands-on problem solving, you’ll do it all.

  • Represent AECOM proudly —be the visible leader clients turn to for trusted advice and results.

  • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering + 12 years of relevant experience in civil or municipal engineering

  • Experience in planning, design, construction inspection, and contract administration for municipal water/wastewater related projects

  • P.Eng with EGBC or the ability to obtain registration within 18 months

  • Preferred Qualifications:

  • 15+ years leading design and project management for water/wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure

  • Strong experience in proposal writing and job scoping

  • Familiarity with BIM, CAD, and hydraulic modelling platforms

  • Contract Administration certification (MMCD, CCDC, etc.)

  • Excellent technical writing skills and strong attention to detail

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with…

  • Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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