Degree in engineering and P.Eng. license in Ontario
15-20+ years of experience in municipal linear infrastructure design and project management
Proven track record managing projects, budgets, and resources
Knowledge of municipal/provincial approval processes and industry standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects.
Responsibilities
Lead project planning, design, approvals, and construction administration for municipal linear infrastructure.
Manage client relationships as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate design teams and ensure quality in reports, tender packages, and drawings.
Support field staff in overcoming construction challenges during project execution.
Prepare proposals, project reports, and necessary permit applications.
Mentor junior team members to aid their professional development.
Collaborate with Burnside offices to deliver client-focused outcomes.
Benefits
Collaborative culture centered around 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 fostering community
Welcoming 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
