Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

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Job Title:

Project Manager

Status:
Regular Full-Time

Type of Position:
Replacement

Start Date:

Immediate

Salary Grade: $ - $

Department:
York Region ->
Public Works -> IAM Water Wastewater

Location:

17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary)
Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

Reporting to the Manager Capacity Monitoring & Development Approval, the Project Manager is responsible for the planning, implementation and monitoring of water and wastewater servicing to accommodate growth, through servicing planning and engineering, infrastructure protection, and system capacity management; including development application review under the Planning Act, overseeing and provision of engineering services, construction oversight, project management, coordination with project teams and consultants, local municipalities and other external stakeholders, financial management and expert witness services in legal and planning appeal proceedings.

• Manages the delivery of projects in compliance with Region’s requirements and program management as applicable.
• Leads water and wastewater engineering technical analysis and provides recommendations related to development, operational changes, asset management and other risks related to the system performance and capacity.
• Prepares detailed estimates of project costs and assists with capital forecasts and reports.
• Participates in branch planning and strategic initiatives for service improvements.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of procedures, guidelines and templates.
• Assists with the preparation of the 10-year capital plan.
• Supervises staff including recruitment, selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning and monitoring work, determining training and development needs, coaching and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
• Ensur…