Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager

Permanent Full-Time (1 Vacancy) & Temporary Full-Time (1 Vacancy)

• Barrie, Ontario

Apply Now Posting Number : PN -26-06

Job Type : Permanent Full-time (1 Vacancy) & Temporary Full-time, Up to 18 Months (1 Vacancy), Non-Union

Salary Range : $97,008.84 to $129,978.16 per year

Posted : Monday, January 26, 2026 Application Deadline : Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11 : 59 pm The Opportunity The Infrastructure Department is comprised of five Branches, including three Design and Construction Branches, the Wastewater Operations Branch, and the Water Operations Branch. Key responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of the City’s environmental infrastructure and systems including water supply, treatment, and distribution; wastewater collection and treatment; and the design and construction of the City's infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, roads, sewers, watermains, sidewalks, stormwater management ponds, water towers and reservoirs, etc. Under the general guidance and direction of the Branch Manager, the Engineering Project Manager is responsible for undertaking, directing, and administering capital and operating projects for the City of Barrie's municipal infrastructure. Specifically, this position manages the design, utility coordination, approvals, tendering and administration of assigned capital and operating projects for a unit within the Design Branch of the Infrastructure Department. Additionally, this position assists in the planning of capital and operating projects for expansions and improvements to the City's infrastructure and provides technical advice and guidance with respect to the impact of development on municipal networks. This position also oversees the supervision of an individual or team of design staff or construction engineering inspectors. Overall, this position plays an integral role in supervising assigned projects to ensure projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget in accordance with City standards, and to enable the City to continue to deliver the services that it provides, maintain community sustainability, and to provide a high quality of life for the citizens and visitors of the City of Barrie. Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job Corporate Culture : Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community. Equally important to what we do is how we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed. Education (degree / diploma / certifications)

Three (3) year College Diploma in Civil Engineering or related and eight (8) years of related work experience; OR Four (4) year University Degree in Civil Engineering or related and six (6) years of related work experience

Don’t meet the credentials as outlined but have years of directly related experience? Please see the City’s Education Equivalency Policy to determine if you may qualify for equivalency. Further information is available at www.barrie.ca / government-news / jobs

Experience

Knowledge / Skill / Ability

Demonstrated ability to : align projects and services with section, branch, departmental, divisional, and corporate goals, objectives and initiatives

set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage work demands

select and apply suitable mathematical methods or formulas to conduct statistical analysis to develop conclusions or solve problems

receive, manage, and resolve complaints, disputes, and conflicts in a diplomatic and professional manner

perform in a manner which is consistent with corporate goals, vision, mission, and values

monitor short-term goals of the unit and adapt processes to ensure long-term section, branch, departmental, divisional, and corporate goals and objectives are achieved

make sound decisions and resolve complex construction issues under tight timelines and high stress situations

maintain a high standard of public relations at all times

lead, coach, mentor, and support staff

lead staff in achieving objectives and encourages others to work in manner that will meet or exceed the desired objectives or results

lead and inspire innovation and the adoption of best practices

interpret and apply policies and procedures and use reason and judgment to develop recommendations or solutions to problems

interpret and analyze data and information; identify challenges or opportunities; and make recommendations

interact effectively and courteously with all levels of staff and contacts in a political and community / client service environment

identify problems; develop and evaluate options; and implement solutions utilizing reason, judgment, and prescribed resources

exercise discretion and judgment when handling confidential, sensitive, or controversial information

exercise discretion and judgment in order to make sound decisions under tight timelines / deadlines or while managing multiple project or conflicting priorities

develop, promote, and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

conduct research, prepare reports, and deliver presentations

build cohesive and motivated teams

think and act strategically in a political and community service environment

work collaboratively in a group setting to achieve a desired objective, goal, or outcome

Conditions of Employment