Manager Water Capital Projects

Leadership Opportunity

Req ID: 1880

Business Unit: Infrastructure and Water Services

Division: Corporate Capital Project Delivery Svcs

Regular/ Auxiliary: Regular

Rate of Pay: $149,005.12 - $175,300.01 yearly

Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly

Posting Date: September 4, 2026

Closing Date: Open until filled

Position Purpose

The Capital Regional District (CRD) serves as the regional government for 13 municipalities and three electoral areas across the stunning southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. We offer a workplace where employees can reach their full potential, engage in meaningful work, and build lasting connections with colleagues and communities.

Infrastructure & Water Services plays a vital role in ensuring safe drinking water and fostering a resilient water supply, alongside the efficient management of the region’s wastewater systems. The CRD is embarking on exciting initiatives such as the Regional Water Supply Master Plan and the Core Area Wastewater Program—projects that will shape the future of water and wastewater services for generations to come. The Regional Water Supply Master Plan alone recommends critical projects to be implemented over the next 30 years, presenting significant opportunities for those committed to innovation, sustainability, and community impact.

If you're passionate about contributing to vital infrastructure projects, supporting operational efficiency, and enhancing the well-being of our communities, we invite you to join our team. Here, you'll be part of a group of dedicated professionals working on high-impact projects that make a tangible difference in the lives of the people we serve. Be part of something special—an opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful places on Earth while contributing to the future of water services.

The responsibility of this position is the delivery of capital projects involving water capital projects, including water treatment, supply and distribution. This position provides leadership and management oversight to a diverse team with a focus on ensuring client needs are met as well as ensuring collaboration and cooperation.

The focus of this position is water capital projects with occassional support to wastewater projects.

Key Accountabilities/Position Outcomes

• Provides leadership, strategic direction and support for Infrastructure & Water Capital Projects, including leading and supervising the work of technical and professional staff.
• Ensures policies, structures, systems, resources and management practices are in place and effectively support objectives and initiatives.
• Assists with the preparation of Divisional capital budgets, oversight, tracking and controlling budget for areas of responsibility.
• Ensures Capital Projects are defined and completed with a commitment to project deliverables and organizational objectives as well as an ongoing commitment to project management principles.
• Uses diplomacy, tact and strong written/verbal communication, presentation and relationship building skills to maintain strong relationships with internal and external partner and stakeholders.
• Uses leadership, coaching, and employee development practices to create a highly engaged team of professionals and staff with the knowledge, skills and abilities to be successful in their current role and future career development.
• Responsible for the leadership and management of employees and contractors within area of responsibility, including employment and labour relations matters involving: employee hiring, promotion, demotion and other personnel matters; discipline and discharge; representing management in the grievance procedure; input on behalf of management into labour relations matters, and representing management on committees; maintaining Employer confidentiality; and developing, supporting and implementing various corporate and legislated policies, procedures and practices.

Additional Information

• None

Qualifications

• Degree in a related discipline
• Advanced Project Management training
• A minimum of 10 years' progressively responsible experience

Certifications

Professional engineering (P.Eng.) designation with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) or eligibility for designation.

Valid BC Driver's Licence

Role Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge in civil engineering, project management and delivery of capital projects.
• Knowledge of common project delivery methods and associated procurement procedures.
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects for a number of program areas and to meet required objectives and deadlines.
• Knowledge of the Local Government Act and other legislation and regulation affecting water and wastewater systems, operations and maintenance.
• Proven experience and demonstrated expertise in providing leadership and direction to professional and unionized staff, including motivating and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals, and carrying out grievance provisions of a collective agreement.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with public officials and the public on a variety of issues.
• Excellent communication skills, including strong written, verbal and listening skills combined with effective and proven meeting facilitation and presentation skills.
• Experience in managing consultants and contracts.

Leadership Profile

CRD Leaders are champions for creating an accountable, high performance, service oriented organization that makes a difference in our community. They pay attention to shifts and trends in an ever-changing and complex environment and think strategically to serve residents, businesses and local governments today while developing a sustainable organization for the future. The following is a leadership summary for this position.

Professional/Individual Contributor Level 5 (P5)

Leaders at this level are generally recognized as experts in their field, having developed depth and breadth of expertise in multiple related disciplines. They anticipate client needs and influence the development of innovative solutions, coordinating work outside their own area. These leaders participate in the development of business strategy, and create innovative solutions that are consistent with organizational objectives. They present highly complex ideas and influence others. They provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to others, and develop and manage plans to solve the most complex problems, creating solutions that are both innovative and that meet organizational objectives.

While CRD Leaders are accountable to all Leadership Competencies, the competencies listed below have particular relevance to this position. Click here for a complete definition of our Leadership Levels and Competencies.

Leadership Competencies

Builds Partnerships

Sees the Big Picture

Thinks Strategically

Is Accountable for Results

APPLICATIONS

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.

We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during the application and selection process. Your confidential request can be sent to [email protected]

The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.