Manager, Process Department
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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Manager, Process Department based in Canada.
As Manager, Process Department, you will lead a team of engineering professionals responsible for delivering innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions. You will oversee technical project execution while supporting team development, operational performance, and long-term business growth. Working across municipal and industrial infrastructure projects, you will help ensure that treatment facilities and systems meet high standards of quality, safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on involvement in project delivery, financial management, and client relationship development. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and senior leadership to strengthen the water and wastewater practice across Atlantic Canada and beyond. This is an opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure projects while building a high-performing team and fostering lasting client partnerships.
Accountabilities
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Lead and develop the Process Department, fostering a positive, inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
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Recruit, mentor, and support the professional development of team members, including establishing development goals, conducting performance reviews, and encouraging continuous learning.
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Oversee the department's financial performance, including utilization, sales, profitability, resource planning, and forecasting.
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Conduct regular project and financial reviews, identify potential challenges early, and collaborate with project managers to maintain strong delivery and financial outcomes.
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Work with senior leadership on strategic planning, budgeting, and initiatives that support the long-term growth of the water and wastewater practice.
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Lead water and wastewater treatment projects from planning through design and delivery, ensuring technical excellence, innovation, safety, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction.
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Strengthen existing client relationships and identify opportunities to develop new partnerships and expand services.
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Support the preparation of proposals and responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), collaborating with senior leadership, practice leads, and project managers.
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Promote a proactive safety and quality culture in line with organizational safety programs, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
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Identify business opportunities, manage project and operational risks, and contribute to the continued development of process engineering services.
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Encourage collaboration across disciplines and support the delivery of practical, sustainable solutions for municipal and industrial clients.
Requirements:
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Bachelor's or graduate degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
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At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in consulting engineering and water and wastewater treatment project delivery.
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Demonstrated success leading complex water and wastewater treatment projects through planning, design, and delivery, while meeting technical, quality, safety, regulatory, and financial objectives.
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Proven ability to manage, mentor, and motivate multidisciplinary teams while building a positive and inclusive working environment.
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Strong understanding of departmental financial performance, including utilization, sales, profitability, forecasting, budgeting, and resource planning.
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Experience identifying business development opportunities, managing risks, and contributing to the strategic growth of engineering services.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, partners, stakeholders, and internal teams.
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Strong organizational, leadership, and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to balance project delivery, team development, and business priorities.
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Applicants with comparable professional experience and skill sets will also be considered.
Benefits:
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Competitive compensation package provided from the first day of employment.
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Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
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CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions.
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Generous vacation allowance based on professional experience.
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Maternity and parental leave top-up.
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Health Spending Account.
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Wellness incentive.
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Reimbursement of professional membership dues.
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Education assistance and lifelong learning subsidies.
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Community volunteering incentive.
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Employee and Family Assistance Program.
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Public transit subsidy.
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Flexible working hours and occasional work-from-home opportunities.
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Access to a diverse team and a broad range of engineering projects.
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Opportunities to develop new skills and pursue projects aligned with professional interests.
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Collaboration across multiple disciplines and levels of expertise.
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Mentoring and professional development opportunities.
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Access to training in both technical and leadership areas.
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Accessible, centrally located offices across Atlantic Canada and Ottawa.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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