Project Manager

Position: Project Manager

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Capital Projects Manager

Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta

Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Join the Team That’s Growing Healthy Communities. Work with Purpose. Live with Possibility.

At Aquatera, we’re more than a utility provider, we’re environmental leaders delivering high-quality water, wastewater, and solid waste services while building healthier communities across northwestern Alberta. As a locally owned organization and an Alberta Top Employer, we’re proud to offer meaningful work, opportunities for development and growth, and a fulfilling lifestyle all within a supportive work environment. Everything we do contributes to cleaner water, a healthier environment, and stronger communities so you’ll go home knowing your work truly matters. We foster a strong, supportive culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement, Aquatera is a place to grow and thrive while maintaining a positive work life balance. We’re looking for passionate and diverse professionals who share our values and are committed to making a lasting impact.

About the Role

As Project Manager – Capital Projects, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects from concept through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget while fostering collaboration and maintaining compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare project documentation defining scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop and manage requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluate submissions, and recommend consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Lead the preparation of designs, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Advance projects through concept, design, construction, and closeout phases.
• Ensure compliance with technical, regulatory, commercial, and contractual requirements.
• Oversee planning and implementation, coordinating with construction and commissioning teams.
• Conduct regular project reviews and safety inspections.
• Foster a collaborative work environment with internal teams and departments.
• Provide capital project support for remote sites as required.

Qualifications and Required Skills

• Must be Legally entitled to work in Canada without limitations.
• Undergraduate degree in engineering or diploma in engineering technology (equivalent experience considered).
• Registered, or eligible for registration, with APEGA or ASET; P.ENG. licensee status preferred. Journeyman Red-Seal certification may be considered.
• 10+ years of progressive project management experience preferred.
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment, distribution and collection systems, or solid waste management is an asset.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycles and safety leadership.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and MS Project; knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, Cityworks, GPS, DroneDeploy and other construction management tools is an asset.

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Dental & Vision, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, RRSP matching, Health & Wellness spending account, and above average vacation benefits.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Satisfactory driver’s abstract
• Pass 50 lb. fitness test
• Pass comprehensive drug and alcohol test
• Provision of proof of membership with APEGA or ASET if applicable

Ready to make a difference?
Start your journey with Aquatera Utilities Inc. Apply at aquatera.ca/who-we-are/careers. This competition will remain open until January 23, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.