Municipal Project Manager - Water

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We are seeking an experienced Municipal Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects that support growing communities. In this role, you will manage the full lifecycle of projects involving water distribution, sanitary collection, stormwater systems, and roadway reconstruction or expansion. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, municipal clients, and contractors while overseeing project scope, schedule, budget, and quality, and providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction and commissioning.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and proposals while monitoring performance and cost forecasts.
• Provide senior technical oversight for water, sanitary, stormwater, grading, roadway, and utility design.
• Oversee construction administration including RFIs, change orders, shop drawing reviews, inspections, and contractor coordination.
• Serve as the primary liaison with municipal clients, utilities, regulators, and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports, support permitting and approvals, and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Mentor junior team members and promote strong QA/QC and project delivery practices.

Required Qualifications:

• BA degree in Civil Engineering and Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation 
• 4+ years of progressive Project Management experience in municipal engineering and infrastructure project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience with water, sanitary, stormwater, and roadway design and construction.
• Strong understanding of municipal standards, provincial regulations, and engineering best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• 10+ years of experience delivering municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience with asset management, master planning, or capital program development.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex project portfolios.
• Strong communication skills for client engagement, reporting, and public presentations.
• Proficiency with civil engineering tools (e.g., Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling) is an asset.
• Experience working with municipal governments or consulting engineering firms.
• Familiarity with contract formats such as CCDC, municipal unit-price, or design-build.

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.