Senior Project Manager - Mechanical

Competition Number: 27721

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Work Location:

Waterloo Service Centre

Posting Status:
Internal & External Job Posting

Salary Range: $ - $ (Band DE - 2026 rate)

Number of Positions: 1 (Current Vacancy)

Employment Group:
Staff Association

Job Status:
Regular Full Time

Posting Release Date:
October 8, 2026

Posting Closing Date:
October 30, 2026

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

The City of Waterloo is a rewarding place to work. Each day, you will support and/or participate in the delivery of services that impact residents of this city, making it a great place to live, work and play for everyone.

Home to two world-class universities, a top-ranked college, a tech ecosystem, entrepreneurs and small businesses, there is a readiness to do things differently in Waterloo. Our vision is to be a leader in sustainability and to build a future-ready community for all. We are committed to workplace wellbeing and providing an inclusive, safe and enjoyable work environment.

For more information about the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Values & Guiding Principles, please :
City of Waterloo  Strategic Plan.

• Supportive and caring organization that promotes respect, inclusivity, sustainability, health, safety and wellness.
• Dedication to the organization’s commitment for Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion through ongoing training and access to related programs and workshops, opportunities to connect with others around topics of social justice and equity, and opportunities to be involved with the initiatives that guide this corporate journey.
• A commitment to environmental sustainability as demonstrated in many plans and policies. For example, we are working towards reducing our corporate greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050, with real progress underway.
• Certification as a Living Wage Champion with fulsome employer-paid benefits package (extended health and dental care), including paid sick days, long-term disability, life insurance, Employee and Family Assistance Program and Maternity/Parental Leave Top-Up.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees.
• Up to 10 paid Reservist Leave days per year, with single contribution OMERS buyback option for any unpaid time.
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and personal days, and the opportunity to bank overtime.
• Easy and sustainable commuting options through the Travel Wise program, which offers public transit discounts and a dedicated carpool network for employees.
• Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities along with opportunities to get involved and give back to the community.
• Enjoyable employee-wide events, activities, site visits, BBQs to connect with co-workers.
• Complimentary Fit Pass for access to leisure, swim, and fitness drop-in programs for employees and family members.

...And so much more!

• Responsible for mechanical engineering oversight for large, complex projects, including renovations and additions to existing buildings, with a focus on systems such as HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, BAS, refrigeration (e.g., ice rinks), swimming pools, and commercial kitchens.
• Manage and oversee day-to-day project management and contract/construction coordination for capital mechanical projects at City facilities, ensuring the planning, design, procurement, coordination, and execution of work adhere to approved contract documents, schedules, specifications, and budgets throughout the entire construction process.
• Execute a range of medium to large scale capital projects across the City’s portfolio of buildings, including but not limited to: office buildings, City Hall, recreation centers (including ice…