Project Manager III - Regulatory Compliance

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If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you. Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team!

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.

Posting : 5033

Department: Public Works

Division: Office of the Commissioner

Pay Range: $108,518 - $135,654

Job Type: Contract > 1 Year

Contract Duration: 18 months

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Office of the Chair)

Employee Group: MMSG

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Posting Date: March 10, 2026

Final date to receive applications: March 31, 2026

Reporting to the Senior Project Advisor, this position leads projects related to maintaining compliance and management systems including the Drinking Water Quality Management System (DWQMS) and QUEST which is an integrated management system (quality, environmental, health and safety). This position supports compliance and processes relevant to Public Works Department services (i.e. water treatment/distribution, wastewater treatment/collection, waste management/collection, road operations, engineering and construction and maintenance).

• Responsible for the overall performance, compliance, and continuous improvement of the Drinking Water Quality Management System, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards
• Interprets, reviews, and coordinates comments to regulatory bodies on environmental legislation and develops strategies to ensure compliance with applicable legislative regulations and approvals.
• Leads external and internal audits, including management of audit teams and audit documentation.
• Provides technical compliance-related expertise, guidance, and support across the department.
• Implements comprehensive compliance strategies to ensure ongoing adherence to relevant acts and regulations.
• Assists Operational groups in providing documentation and data that are updated regularly to reflect current operational practices.
• Reviews, monitors, coordinates, and ensures standardization across facilities for all legislation and legal instruments (e.g., ECAs, Water Licences and Permits).
• Coordinates amendments to ensure that appropriate staff have been able to comment on changes, a timely response is adhered to, and content accuracy is maintained.
• Liaises with Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks inspectors and officials pertaining to facility inspections and reporting.
• Provides guidance and support for the provincial and federal approvals process for Public Works services.
• Leads multiple projects related to environmental compliance initiatives.
• Develops procedures and work instructions and supports the mapping and development of environmental compliance processes.
• Develops and delivers various training and informational presentations.
• Performs other duties as required

• Degree or diploma in engineering, environmental science, or other related program.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng), Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), Project Management (PMP), Environmental Professional (EP), auditor or lead auditor accreditations
• At least 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in environmental compliance or quality management systems.
• An in-depth knowledge of Federal and Provincial acts and regulations relating to Public Works Department services (i.e. Ontario Safe Drinking Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Protection Act, etc.).
• Auditor training and experience, along with knowledge of process mapping and continual improvement.
• Demonstrated project management, planning, organization, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellence in customer service for responding effectively to Ministry issues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word and Excel), effective…