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Project Manager, Parks
Project Manager, ParksCity Of Guelph • Guelph, ON, CA
Project Manager, Parks

Project Manager, Parks

City Of Guelph • Guelph, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Why Guelph

When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2,000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph’s vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single‑tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialties within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph : Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

What We Offer

We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to meet the needs of our diverse employees. Many of our positions offer :

  • Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
  • Paid personal days
  • Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
  • Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100‑per‑cent employer matching
  • Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Parental leave top up program
  • Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
  • Employee recognition programs

Position Overview

Resumes are being accepted for the position of Project Manager, Parks , within the Parks Department. Reporting to the Manager of Park and Trail Development, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering park and trail capital projects, budget and project forecast management. Projects will include a range of park and trail design projects, construction projects, policy and development of guidelines and standard processes with a focus on quality customer service and continuous improvement processes.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

  • Manage various park and trail construction projects from conception to completion.
  • Manage various park and trail programming, wayfinding, design and / or policy projects.
  • Coordinate, plan and maintain a project forecast and capital list to inform budget decision making.
  • Preparation of tender documents and coordinating with Purchasing and Finance staff.
  • Liaise with City departments, stakeholders, councillors and members of the public to establish the program for the project.
  • Coordinate the work of consultants and contractors to meet the requirements of the project.
  • Liaise with Parks Operations, Planning and Building for site plan approval and building permits, Engineering for site services, IT and other departments with special needs, and with utilities, authorities and regulatory agencies as required.
  • Review reports, conceptual designs, drawings and tender documents and recommend changes.
  • Ensure that all safety and operational procedures are followed during work performance.
  • Conduct site inspections and oversee / prepare deficiency reports for appropriate action.
  • Responsible for payment certificates for the consultant, the contractor and other vendors.
  • Manage shop drawings, site instructions, change notices, change orders, and record drawings and manuals.
  • Oversee commissioning.
  • Ensure corporate project management software and best practices are effectively utilized.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications And Requirements

  • Successful completion of a degree in Landscape Architecture, Engineering Sciences or closely related field. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Considerable experience managing multi‑phased projects related to parks or landscape design / construction, preferably in the public sector.
  • Ability to forecast budgets and future capital work, plan for and execute a variety of projects.
  • Ability to manage change in a project management capacity and complete projects on time and on budget.
  • Excellent knowledge of the Building Code, Construction Lien Act, CCDC 2, Bonding and Insurance, municipal by‑laws, proper construction procedures and other relevant standards, acts and regulations.
  • Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings, specifications, soils reports and topographical surveys.
  • Project and contract management skills and able to effectively supervise contractors, consultants, conduct inspections, evaluate work in progress and identify / resolve deficiencies.
  • Communication skills to effectively interact with staff, consultants, contractors, and external agencies, with the ability to lead stakeholder and public engagement initiatives.
  • Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects with varying resources and conflicting / competing timelines.
  • Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Project and AutoCAD.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job which includes walking and standing for extended periods of time to perform site inspections and related duties under varying weather and site conditions.
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
  • A valid Class G driver's licence with a good driving record. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current driver’s abstract prior to their start date to confirm their licence is held in good standing and that it has not been suspended or revoked under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) or Criminal Code of Canada in the last 5 years. The City of Guelph will take into consideration the number of demerit points and / or nature of the infractions to determine if it meets our requirement.
  • Full membership in the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA) would be an asset.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification would be an asset.
  • Hours of work

    35 hours per week Monday to Friday between the hours of 8 : 30 am and 4 : 30 pm. Occasional evening and / or weekend work may be required to attend meetings. This position is eligible for hybrid and flexible work arrangement options (as per current corporate policy).

    Pay / Salary

    Non‑Union Grade 5 Rate : $83,938.40 – $104,923.00 (2025 rates)

    How To Apply

    Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by January 5, 2026 . Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.

    The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

    Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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