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Project Manager, Water

AB
Hybrid
Posted Oct 4, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Nov 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Manage water and wastewater projects across Northern Alberta, including planning, design, technical guidance, project delivery, and client communications. Lead business development and proposal activities, guide project teams, and collaborate on business plans, staffing, and growth of the regional water group.

Job details

The opportunity Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Project Manager, Water to join our team in our Edmonton office. In this role you will be responsible for This position will involve managing varying projects within the municipal water sector. This position will present many opportunities on a variety of tasks and our expectation will be for the candidate to take a lead role on all aspects of business development, project management and project delivery. What We Offer Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews Matching company pension program, increasing over time Comprehensive benefits including: Health/dental/vision coverage, Fitness allowance, Employee and family assistance programs Mental health supports Paid time off so that you can recharge including: Generous paid vacation, Paid office closure over December holiday break Industry leading paid sick time Parental leave top up program Ongoing support for your professional development and growth Active Young Professional group Formal mentoring programs Paid professional development hours Capacity building seminars Engineer In Training programs Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events Company-wide social events Regular lunch-and-learns Community volunteer opportunities An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible What You’ll Be Doing Project Management for a variety of water and wastewater projects throughout Northern Alberta. Planning, designing, and providing technical expertise on water projects for a diverse municipal client sector including Towns, Municipal Districts, Counties, and First Nations Communities. Maintaining client communications and expectations to our client service objectives Guiding the project team through the preparation of technical reports to support the project and ensure the project and client needs are met in an effective and timely manner. Preparing proposals, business development and marketing within municipal sector. Collaborating closely with the Manager, Regional Water to develop business plans, staffing and overall growth of the group Does this sound like you? Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institute or diploma in Engineering Technology from an accredited technical institute. Registered, or eligible for registration as a professional engineer with APEGA or a technologist with ASET. Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in the engineering consulting industry focused in the water or wastewater sector. Proven project management experience. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Committed team player and highly motivated. Self motivated and looking for career advancement. Valid driver’s license. Ability to travel within Canada. About Us At Associated Engineering, were passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada. As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work. Our Company Culture Is Shaped By Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at! A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities! We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other! Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report What’s next? Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today! Want more information? Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires an engineering degree or engineering technology diploma, registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA or ASET, and at least seven years of progressive consulting experience in water or wastewater. Candidates should have proven project management experience, strong communication and organizational skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel within Canada.