Senior Project Manager, Vertical Infrastructure

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited

$125K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree in a relevant field
  • 10+ years experience in water and wastewater infrastructure
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Familiarity with municipal/provincial approval processes
  • Proficient in industry-standard software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Responsibilities

  • Manage public sector water and wastewater projects
  • Prepare and track budgets and schedules
  • Direct design and review processes for projects
  • Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and sub-consultants
  • Implement QA/QC practices for project deliverables
  • Work with multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative solutions
  • Develop proposals, reports, and environmental assessments

Benefits

  • Collaborative culture based on friendship, honesty, and respect
  • Flexible hours and work-from-home options
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Company matching for RSP contributions
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
  • Performance-driven bonuses
  • Inclusive and positive work environment
Full Job Description
Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to lead impactful projects that shape communities? At R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited, we're seeking a driven, performance-oriented Project Manager to join our Water & Wastewater Vertical Infrastructure team. This is your opportunity to take ownership of complex projects and guide them from concept to completion.

Location Options: Mississauga, Guelph, Collingwood, Hamilton, Orangeville, or Woodstock

What You'll Do

As a Project Manager, you'll take the lead on delivering high-quality water and wastewater infrastructure projects while supporting and guiding a talented team of engineers and technicians. Your role will include:

  • Managing Projects & Clients: Oversee public sector water and wastewater projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and client expectations are met.
  • Driving Project Success: Prepare and track budgets and schedules, and ensure projects move seamlessly through design, tender, and construction phases.
  • Leading Design & Review: Direct and coordinate the development of design drawings, reports, and cost estimates, while maintaining quality standards.
  • Building Relationships: Liaise with clients, contractors, and sub-consultants to foster strong partnerships and smooth project delivery.
  • Ensuring Quality: Implement QA/QC practices and review deliverables to maintain excellence.
  • Collaborating Across Teams: Work with multi-office and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Supporting Construction: Provide guidance to inspectors and administrators in both field and office settings.
  • Preparing Key Documents: Develop proposals, reports, permit applications, and environmental assessments.
  • Navigating Approvals: Coordinate with regulatory agencies to secure necessary approvals.
  • Mentoring Future Talent: Support the growth of junior and intermediate professionals through coaching and development.
  • Continuous Learning: Work under senior leadership to enhance your project management and technical expertise.


What We're Looking For

  • Education: Engineering degree in a related discipline.
  • Experience: Ideally 10+ years in water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Skills: Strong analytical and organizational abilities, multi-tasking, and strategic project oversight.
  • Knowledge: Municipal/provincial approval processes, industry standards, and best practices.
  • Bonus Points For:

    • Experience with Linear municipal infrastructure design, contract administration and client relationships
    • Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM, Revit, MicroStation
    • Hydraulic modeling tools (WaterCAD, InfoWater, SewerCAD)
    • MS Office and MS Project


Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000

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 and office locations, including work at home opportunities.
  • A competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • RSP company matching plan.
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  • Potential for performance-driven bonusing.
  • Active social committees
  • A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment


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