Municipal Project Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. CIMA+ scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Welcome to CIMA+
CIMA+’s Municipal Infrastructure team combines top-notch skills with an intimate understanding of the local community to deliver customized infrastructure services for municipalities and real-estate developers. We have delivered hundreds of projects across Canada, including innovative solutions for the full spectrum of water and wastewater assets, on time and on budget. We support clients from start to finish, whether for building brand new or assessing, repairing, and expanding on existing infrastructure. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Municipal Project Manager to join our Infrastructure team in Ottawa. In this role, you will lead the planning, design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects (including roads, sewers, watermains, etc.) and road rehabilitation/reconstruction. You will manage client relationships, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and oversee project budgets, schedules and quality while contributing to the continued growth of our municipal infrastructure practice.
You will benefit from our hybrid work model, which offers flexible work hours and the opportunity to work from home and in our Ottawa office.
Responsibilities:
- Manage municipal infrastructure projects from planning and design through approvals and construction support for municipal clients across Ontario.
- Lead and coordinate engineering design for watermains, storm and sanitary sewers, roads, drainage and stormwater management systems, etc.
- Define project scope, budgets, schedules and resource requirements, and monitor progress to meet client expectations.
- Serve as the primary client contact and liaise with government agencies, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders to guide projects through approval processes.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and review engineering drawings, reports, specifications and other deliverables for quality and technical accuracy.
- Manage project risks, scope changes and change orders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare proposals, develop project work plans and support business development through strong client relationships.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching and mentorship to junior staff.
- Attend site and construction meetings as required to support project delivery and resolve technical issues.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in municipal infrastructure design, including experience managing projects and coordinating project teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario, or eligible for licensure.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, budgets, schedules, resources and client relationships.
- Strong technical knowledge of municipal infrastructure design and applicable standards and approval processes.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or OpenRoads is an asset.
- Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Valid Class G driver’s licence.
- Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence
At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.
CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.
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