Senior Manager, Capital Project Delivery

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Halifax Water is hiring a Senior Manager, Capital Project Delivery as we continue to advance our Engineering Team.

As the Senior Manager, Capital Project Delivery, you will report to the Director, Engineering & Capital Infrastructure and you will be responsible for the execution of design and construction of most Halifax Water capital projects. You will take an active role in key projects identified as high risk, identify issues to the executive leadership team and make recommendations for mitigative action.

As a Senior Manager, Capital Project Delivery, you will:

• Ensure your team has the requisite blend of staff experience and ability to execute the full range of Halifax Water capital projects, from simple linear renewal to major structures.
• Develop and maintain and assure adherence to a Halifax Water policies and practice for design and construction.
• Work closely with Procurement and the Enterprise Risk Program Manager to develop or select project procurement and delivery methodologies for key projects.
• Work closely with legal on contractual matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the consulting engineer and constructor communities and be the main point of contact for resolving design or construction issues.

To do this job, you need to have:

• A post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering
• A Professional Engineer designation.
• Seven years of progressively responsible related experience in a municipal engineering field.
• Direct supervisory experience.

This job is a non-union role; you can find the job description and benefits to working at Halifax Water on the Halifax Water website (Work for Halifax Water | Halifax Water).

Halifax Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means:

• Our goal is to be a diverse workplace that represents community we serve, at all job levels. We believe a diverse workforce positively contributes to Halifax Water's success, and the success of our community.
• We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. We encourage you to self-identify in the cover letter.

Application deadline:

• Submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume by 4:30 pm on November 8, 2026.
• Thank you for applying for a job with us. We will contact you only if we choose you for an interview.

If we offer you the job:

• You will need to successfully pass a background check.
• You will need to successfully pass other pre-employment testing. This will include a satisfactory drivers abstract.

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Halifax Water

Halifax Water owns and operates the water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, and stormwater drainage systems that service the Halifax region. We are committed to continuous improvement with a focus on data-driven decision making and a commitment to long-term sustainability.

At Halifax Water, you can look forward to an engaging, satisfying career that offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and professional development. We're committed to providing world-class water, wastewater and stormwater services as leading environmental stewards. By joining Halifax Water you can help make a difference.

Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

Halifax Water invests in its employees by providing competitive salaries, incentive programs, opportunities for advancement, and an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee wellness program
• Professional development opportunities