Project Director, Water and Wastewater

Randstad

  • Ottawa, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
  • Apply easily
Our client, a leader in the water management sector that has been around for over 20 years, is looking for a Project Director to oversee the Accounts and Engineering teams in Hamilton. The company provides integrated water infrastructure solutions which include services from conceptual design and regulatory approval to fabrication, installation, operations, and regulatory compliance. This role is essential for planning and implementing strategic projects that will drive profitable growth. The Projects Director will manage a portfolio of projects related to land development and decentralized servicing, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards for clients. This role is responsible for creating and implementing processes to ensure the successful completion of projects and the accuracy of engineering designs, budgets, and contractual deliverables. You will also be tasked with monitoring project progress and reporting on the portfolio's status.Advantages
◾Full-time permanent position
◾Hybrid working environment
◾Working locations, Ottawa or Hamilton area
◾RRSP matching
◾Employer paid benefits
◾Travel opportunity throughout OntarioResponsibilities
Department Leadership: You will manage all personnel and physical resources within the department, providing leadership and guidance to foster a positive and collaborative work environment. This includes leading recruitment efforts, coaching, training, and mentoring team members.Project Management: You will implement systems for managing all projects and project teams, including methods for accurate project costing and a consistent approach to risk management. You'll also track project performance, create detailed action plans, and conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned.Financial Oversight: You will manage and monitor the financial performance of projects to ensure they meet or exceed profit targets.Account Management: You will oversee and guide the Accounts Managers, helping them improve revenues, identify upselling opportunities, and effectively manage client relationships. This includes developing training programs focused on financial management and sales techniques.Engineering Leadership: You will ensure a high level of service and support for internal and external clients. You'll manage and evaluate the performance of engineering resources, set objectives, and make sure quality standards and safety procedures are met.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred
  • Minimum 7 years' experience in sanitary servicing designs and/or land development and planning, progressive project coordination and/or management experience
  • Experience in the water/wastewater industry
  • Able to proactively identify potential risks and implement prompt, effective measure to mitigate them
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering plans, as well as operations and maintenance manuals
  • Experienced in developing clear, consistent, and comprehensive project documentation and plans
  • Strong project or program management capabilities
  • Consistently upholds high ethical standards, demonstrating integrity and professionalism in all actions and decisions.
Summary
Please send your resume to courtney.latta@randstad.ca OR apply directly through this ad.Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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