WSP

Senior Project Manager - Community Infrastructure (First Nations & Municipal)

WSP$104K — $138K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years managing municipal infrastructure projects, particularly with First Nations communities.
  • Undergraduate degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology diploma; P.Eng., CET, or P.Tech (Eng.) designation in Alberta.
  • PMP certification is advantageous for this role.
  • Experience with lift stations, reservoirs, and pump stations will be beneficial.
  • Ability to present technical data in a community-friendly manner appropriate for Indigenous clients.
  • Familiarity with Indigenous Services Canada processes is essential.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, design, and delivery of municipal water and wastewater projects for Indigenous clients.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities and project partners.
  • Facilitate engagement sessions to ensure community priorities are integrated into project decisions.
  • Manage project scope, budget, schedule, risk, and quality throughout all phases.
  • Coordinate a multidisciplinary team including engineers and environmental specialists.
  • Prepare culturally appropriate proposals and project documentation.
  • Support business development and long-term Indigenous partnership strategies.
  • Mentor junior staff to foster team growth and development.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead impactful projects focusing on sustainability and community development.
  • Engagement with Indigenous communities, creating meaningful partnerships.
  • Exposure to diverse municipal water and wastewater infrastructure challenges.
  • Support for professional development through mentoring opportunities.
  • A collaborative team environment that values respect and cultural understanding.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Ready to Make an Impact? This is your chance to lead transformative projects that strengthen communities and advance sustainability. As a Senior Project Manager within our Northern Alberta & Indigenous team, you'll guide municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects in partnership with Indigenous communities-projects that matter for generations to come.

Applicants not residing in Edmonton will be considered.

Your Impact
  • Lead planning, design, and delivery of municipal water and wastewater projects for Indigenous clients, including feasibility studies, system assessments, upgrades, and new infrastructure.
  • Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with Indigenous communities, leadership, and project partners.
  • Facilitate engagement sessions and workshops to ensure decisions reflect community priorities.
  • Manage scope, budget, schedule, risk, and quality from initiation through completion.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams-engineers, planners, environmental specialists, and construction professionals.
  • Prepare proposals and project documentation with culturally appropriate communication.
  • Support business development and contribute to long-term Indigenous partnership strategies.
  • Mentor junior staff and foster team growth.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • 10+ years managing municipal infrastructure projects, with at least 5 years working with First Nations communities.
  • Undergraduate degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology diploma; P.Eng., CET, or P.Tech (Eng.) designation in Alberta.
  • PMP certification is an asset.
  • Experience with lift stations, reservoirs, and pump stations is an advantage.
  • Ability to present technical information in accessible, community-friendly ways.
  • Familiarity with Indigenous Services Canada processes and willingness to travel as required.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $104,100 - $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organisational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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