Degree in engineering and a P.Eng. license in Ontario.
15-20+ years of experience in municipal linear infrastructure design.
Proven track record of managing projects, budgets, and resources.
Knowledge of municipal/provincial approval processes and industry standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects.
Responsibilities
Lead project planning, design, approvals, and construction administration for watermains and sewers.
Manage client relationships and provide trusted advice throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate design teams and ensure quality in engineering reports and drawings.
Support field staff with construction challenges during implementation.
Prepare proposals, reports, design documents, and permit applications.
Mentor junior team members for their professional growth.
Collaborate across offices for client-focused project success.
Benefits
Collaborative culture emphasizing friendship, honesty, and respect.
Flexible working hours and hybrid work opportunities.
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
RRSP company matching plan.
Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Potential for performance-driven bonuses.
Active social committees for employee engagement.
Welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment.
Full Job Description
At R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited (Burnside), we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Water/Wastewater Linear Infrastructure team. If you're passionate about delivering meaningful infrastructure projects that support communities across Southern Ontario and you enjoy building strong client relationships while leading technical teams, this role is for you.
What You'll Do
As Project Manager, you'll balance technical leadership with client service and project delivery. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading project planning, design, approvals, and construction administration for municipal linear infrastructure (watermains, sanitary sewers, forcemains).
Managing client relationships and acting as their trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinating design teams, directing engineers and technicians, and ensuring quality in reports, tender packages, drawings, and cost estimates.
Supporting field staff and contract administrators in addressing construction challenges.
Preparing proposals, project reports, design documents, and permit applications.
Mentoring junior team members and contributing to their professional development.
Collaborating across Burnside offices to deliver successful, client-focused outcomes.
What You Bring
A degree in engineering and a P.Eng. license in Ontario.
15-20+ years of experience in municipal linear infrastructure design, project management, and client engagement.
Proven track record of managing projects, budgets, and resources effectively.
Knowledge of municipal/provincial approval processes and industry standards.
Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal-and strong attention to detail.
Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once.
Assets (nice to have):
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation.
Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.
Experience with trenchless construction methods (HDD, microtunneling, horizontal auger boring, etc.).
Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000
The final compensation offered will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.
Position Type: New Position
We offer:
A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices
Flexible working hours, including hybrid working opportunities
A competitive compensation and benefits package
RRSP company matching plan
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Potential for performance-driven bonusing
Active social committees
A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment
