Project Manager, Master Planning (NU 1.26)(PFT)

Scope of the Position :

Reporting to the Director, Engineering the Project Manager will take lead accountability for the development of the Master Plans (water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation) to support sustainable development and guide our capital plan and forecast.

The position will be required to work closely with other Divisions and lead a cross-functional team to formulate and deliver successful short-, medium-, and long-term servicing plans. This role will be required to establish ad maintain strong relationships with Finance, Planning, Asset Management, Operational Divisions and Capital teams; ensuring projects scope and timing of projects are coordinated to address needs and deliver outcomes that are sustainable and cost effective.

Attention will be put to ensuring near term projects are properly scoped to minimize risk and increase confidence in delivery. Work scope may also include delivery of key projects of higher profile.

This role will support the County’s Development Charge Bylaw Update; ensuring that project costs, scope and growth / benefit to existing assignments are rationalized and defensible.

Position Description :

• The Project Manager leads a cross-functional work team as directed by the Director, Engineering to develop water, wastewater, stormwater and transportation master plans and strategies; and deliver on same as required.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams from all areas of the County and outside agencies in order to address Divisional, Departmental, and Corporate initiatives.
• Interact with consultants on Divisional projects including the preparation of specifications and terms of reference, overseeing the collection of data and reviewing / commenting on consultants’ reports and recommendations.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the Divisional operational (work) plan that includes goals, objectives and performance indicators for organizational units; and monitor and prepare reports as required.
• Develops policies and procedures related to infrastructure planning and systems design practices
• Procure and manage external consultants to deliver master plans and servicing strategies in accordance with terms of reference and industry best practices
• Recommends public consultation techniques and leads public information sessions
• Liaises with external agencies such as the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, Ministry of Transportation, neighbouring municipalities, Conservation Authorities, and stakeholder groups
• Assist in the implementation of initiatives oriented to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Divisional operations.
• Prepare consultant and contractor procurement documents and monitor associated project budgets and schedules.
• Write reports, prepare and deliver presentations, facilitate meetings, and compose correspondence related to major responsibilities.
• Assist in updating the 10 year capital and operating budgets to reflect Master Plans updates and asset management best practices

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience :

Skills and Abilities :

Benefits

Posting # : NU 1.26

Number of vacancies : 1

Title : Project Manager, Master Planning

Job Code : 8ENPMP

Status : Permanent Full time

Employee Group : Non-Union

Wage Band : $92,440 - $120,173 per annum (under review)

Division : Public Works

Department : Engineering and Asset Management

Reports To : Director, Engineering

Location : Simcoe, ON (combination of office and remote work as required)

Posting Period : January 15, 2026 to February 5, 2026

Application information :

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.