Water & Wastewater Technical Director

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Alberta
Hybrid
R172636
Technical Specialties
Additional posting locations:
CA - Remote (Any Location)
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Job Description:

As PARSONS continues to grow our Water Business Sector, we are seeking to add a technical expert to enhance our multi-discipline profile in Water/Wastewater Treatment and related infrastructure, namely in the process and mechanical engineering discipline. The position will have a focus in the Alberta region including  design, contract management and project management of municipal water/wastewater pumping stations, reservoirs and related infrastructure. The ideal candidate for this position will bring their multi-discipline and water/wastewater treatment skills based on both current and past experience working with municipal in Alberta and across Canada.

We offer the flexibility to work from any of our offices in Alberta and across Canada. Parsons’ extensive experience with municipal water/wastewater, combined with 20+ years of experience in treatment plants and multi-discipline engineering/projects, will propel our Water Business Sector and your leadership opportunities. We need our engineers to work in highly flexible, team-orientated environments that have exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills

Responsibilities:

  • Design of water and wastewater treatment systems and related infrastructure such as potable water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, pumping stations, and residuals management.
  • Competency in treatment and experience including client recognition will be key to your success.
  • Responds directly to the water and wastewater Regional Water & Wastewater Lead.
  • Develops the scope of engineering work, schedules and budgets to meet the requirements of our clients and monitors progress to meet schedule and budget requirements.
  • Identifies and leads proposal opportunities including the key inputs to achieve successful submissions.
  • Assigns and reviews multi-discipline teamwork/tasks to ensure that applicable codes, standards and procedures are followed and aims for high quality is achieved.
  • Monitors productivity and technical proficiency of assigned technical staff and makes reassignments as project needs arise.
  • Oversees and expedites distribution of action items following team meetings/discussions with clients.
  • Continually communicates with clients to understand their goals and expectations of the company to both enhance and expedite the project work.
  • Leads and prepares technical reports and documentation of activity for the clients.
  • Continually demonstrates strong project management skills ( timeliness, quality, cost and schedule management, company profitability etc.).
  • Obtains, analyzes, and circulates technical and contractual information.
  • Notifies senior program director and others as appropriate of project changes.
  • Participates regularly in project meetings with the client and the project team, demonstrating technical and project management skills.
  • Performs and displays responsibilities for other related activities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Requirements:

  • 4-year degree in Engineering or related technical/business field from an accredited institution along with P.Eng. registration in Alberta is required.
  • 20+ years of related work experience is required. Incumbent should have a solid technical and consulting background as well as current and previous technical, project and client management background on high profile related projects (namely water & wastewater treatment applications).

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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