The Senior Manager, Capital Project Delivery (CPD), reporting to the Director, Engineering & Capital Infrastructure is responsible for the strategic leadership of the execution (planning, design and construction) of Halifax Water capital projects related to water, wastewater & stormwater infrastructure. They will ensure the CPD team has the requisite blend of staff experience and ability to execute the full range of Halifax Water capital projects, from linear renewals to major structure upgrades and replacements while maintaining alignment with scopes, schedules and budgets for their team. They will develop and maintain adherence to Halifax Water policies and practices for design and construction, fostering an environment of continuous improvement of project delivery processes and outcomes. They will report to executive leadership on the performance and progress of the portfolio of projects.
- Strategically oversee the team responsible for planning, design and construction of capital projects on a schedule consistent with organizational capital plans developed within the Engineering & Capital Infrastructure Department.
- Supervise and mentor a team of managers, engineers, coordinators and support staff while fostering a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, career development and continuous improvement.
- Ensure that CPD managers and staff are assigned to portfolios and projects consistent with their experience and abilities, promoting development opportunities and a culture of accountability.
- Establish project delivery strategies to provide best value for ratepayers that consider the various aspects of a capital project in alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop and present capital approval reports for executive leadership, the Halifax Water Board and Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) and other related interested parties.
- Develop and update performance management tools to monitor capital portfolio and project status, cost control, budget forecasting and financial reporting and ensure discipline to the process within the CPD team.
- Work with internal departments to facilitate the annual capital budgeting cycle from development and approval to implementation and reporting while considering organizational risks associated with capital projects.
- Work with internal departments to facilitate and improve capital project delivery processes to ensure timely and accurate project execution and reporting.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with industry organizations including the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), Construction Association of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Roadbuilders Association and Association of Consulting Engineering Companies of Nova Scotia and others as applicable.
Reports to: Director, Engineering & Capital Infrastructure
Supervises:
Engineering Managers
Project Managers / Coordinators
Office Assistants
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
• Post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering with Professional Engineer designation. Other engineering disciplines may be considered.
Experience:
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible related experience in a municipal engineering field including direct supervisory experience.
- Must be eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia.
- Must have a valid NS drivers’ license
- Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:
- First Aid
- Globally Harmonized System (GHS) (Formerly WHMIS)
- Additional safety training as identified based on legislative and operational requirements
- Thorough knowledge of Provincial Acts, Water Utility Regulations, By-Laws and Policies.
- Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practices, policies and regulations relating to municipal water system infrastructure.
- Thorough knowledge of national, provincial and municipal engineering procedures, standards, specifications and guidelines.
- Expertise in developing engineering solutions to municipal infrastructure problems.
- Excellent leadership, motivational and interpersonal skills.
- High level of initiative and ability to achieve results through staff.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to work closely and effectively with a broad range of publics including consultants, developers, regulators, elected officials and government representatives.
- Strong consultative and negotiation skills.
- Strong skills in municipal engineering computer applications are essential.
Salary Band: $124,497 to $155,621 annually
Applicants who applied previously for this competition do not need to reapply.
Completed cover letters and application forms [PDF] or resumes, stating Competition #HW26-122E must be received by 4:30 pm on November 8, 2026. Please forward to:
- Halifax Water
HR Department
P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
Halifax, NS
B3K 5M1
Fax
- 902-490-6934
Please note: Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
Conditional Items Required for Employment:
- Satisfactory background check
- Satisfactory pre-employment testing
Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.
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.