Water Delivery jobs in Oakville, ON

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• Job ID #32326: Project Manager, Hamilton Water Facilities
• Union: CUPE 1041
• Job Description ID #: A10307
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-cityby 4:00 p.m. on November 11, 2026.
• Duration: Up to 18 months
• Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMAY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Project Manager will assume accountability and responsibility for the overall development, implementation and execution of Facility Programs associated with the water and wastewater treatment facilities and outstations.

The Project Manager shall be responsible for the provision of all technical and non-technical services required to maintain the building structure and envelope including but not limited to interior elements, grounds maintenance, custodial services, and to operate all environmental (HVAC) systems, in accordance with the prevailing codes, regulations, laws and bylaws.

The Project Manager is accountable for ensuring that project management services and construction activities are delivered through the effective and efficient use of financial and staff resources with due consideration to the identification and control of project scope, schedule, cost and the management of associated risk. The Project Manager provides leadership, guidance, technical competence, innovative problem solving, and achieves results through effective teamwork.

The Project Manager uses a “best practices” approach in seeking new methods, systems, research and analysis to support continuous improvement in the delivery of facility related programs and services provided by Hamilton Water.

GENERAL DUTIES

Manage specific projects, programs and investigate assignments related to facility programs within Hamilton Water.

Define and document project requirements and develop the project charter, scope, deliverables, timelines, resource requirements, and identify project risks. Confirm commitment from the project sponsor, stakeholders and project team members.

Liaise with appropriate operations and maintenance staff to ensure designs are co-ordinated with maintenance and requirements. Interpret and review designs and plans, specifications and tender documents to ensure compliance with legislative and code requirements including special provisions for construction contracts including the review of construction plans with contractors.

Conduct site visits, analyze site conditions and prepare field reports. Provide contract administration on assigned projects. Ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements on construction sites.

Responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing support of the Facilities Preventative Maintenance and Compliance Programs; determination of asset classification/ identification, determination of maintenance frequency/ requirements based on industry best practices and program setup in Infor EAM (or another applicable CMMS).

Responsible for ensuring that all facilities predictive/preventative/demand maintenance and compliance programs are carried out in an efficient and effective manner.

Maintains Drinking Water Quality Management System (DWQMS), Wastewater Quality Management System (WWQMS) or Occupational Health & Safety required records in the Beyond Compliance Operating System (BCOS) as required.

Oversees work of Contractors, Consultants and Students.

Promotes teamwork and integration between internal and external parties participating in cross-functional and cross-program initiatives.

Ensures programs are designed and delivered in compliance with City, Provincial and Federal guidelines including the obtaining of any project approvals required to proceed in a timely matter.

Prepare oral and written presentations and reports to management on the status of projects, milestone

achievement, fiscal status, change and risk management. Prepare recommendations and outline preferred course of action.

Administer and monitor the budget for projects and contracts in accordance with established Corporate procedures, ensuring that project expenditures are within budgeted levels.

Conduct project evaluations. Evaluate project success and submit process improvement recommendations to the Senior Project Manager.

Delivers contract development services to ensure balanced service/price/quality are in compliance with legislative requirements and consistent with the City of Hamilton Mission and Vision.

Provides project management services including the management of consultants/contractors, recommending and implementing standards for work performed by consultants on facility maintenance and capital projects.

Oversees the preparation of Budgets, Terms of Reference, Request for Proposal(s) and award of contracts.

Maintain professional competence in the discipline of information technology, facility design and maintenance and project management.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Project Manager, which are directly related to normal functions of the job as defined.

QUALIFICATIONS

SALARY:

Salary Grade 6

Per hour

HOURS:

35 per week

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.