Director, Water, Wastewater and Infrastructure

10th July, 2024

Title: Director, Water, Wastewater and Infrastructure
Reports to: Director, Capital Management and Technical Service
Work Location: 199 Bay Street, Toronto, ON

Parkbridge: Where Community Lives!

Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced professional with a background in both municipal and private Roads and Infrastructure systems will support the facilitation of third-party water, wastewater operator contracts and consulting firms as it relates to Roads and Infrastructure upgrade projects. Full understanding and oversight of individual septic and drinking water systems at all properties. Participation in drinking water, wastewater, and other infrastructure capital projects, assisting multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver high quality projects on time and within budget plans. Understanding of environmental regulations across the country. Act as a subject matter expert for Operations both at Regional and Site level.

What's in it for you:

• A career opportunity with a fast growing, national company that has access to substantial capital and a mandate for growth through continued acquisitions and development
• A competitive compensation package with benefits, bonus, vehicle allowance and pension-matching plan.
• An opportunity to work for a company that rewards for performance and provides for considerable career growth and advancement opportunities.
• A chance to work in a unique, dynamic business in a growing market, unlike any other

What people say about you:

• You are a team player who is always ready to collaborate with Corporate, Operations and Third-Party Vendors.
• You are well regarded in the industry and excel at developing and fostering lasting business and industry relationships.
• You possess strong interpersonal skills and work well both individually and as part of a broader team.
• You consistently complete high-quality work, are well organized, can balance multiple projects, and possess a high attention to detail.
• You are known to be creative and an "outside the box" thinker in your approach to overcoming challenges and arriving at win/win solutions.
• You take strong initiative and are passionate about the work you do with a relentless drive to succeed

What you will be doing:

• Be an advisor for the drinking water and wastewater operations, including private non-municipal drinking water, wastewater and storm water treatment facilities, water distribution and sanitary and storm collection systems, and dispensing systems, waste management and recycling programs and road upgrade projects.
• Responsible for supporting the management of 3rd party water and wastewater contracts and ensuring deliverables are met.
• Provide expertise to water, wastewater and other infrastructure capital projects, working with multidisciplinary project teams to delivery high quality projects on time and within budget, including review of consultant-proposed work plans.
• Identifies and leads proposal opportunities including the key inputs to achieve successful submissions.
• Provide guidance and support to Capex and Property Operations teams ensuring Parkbridge is in compliance with environmental requirements and regulations.
• Act as internal consultant and 'sounding board' for Capex, Property Operations and Investment Management on all issues related to road upgrades, water and wastewater, including annual budget budgeting of capital and operating expense requirements related to environmental operations, and identifying alternate solutions for wastewater system design based on knowledge of other similar installations
• Proactively escalate issues and identified risks to the Director, Capital Management and Technical Services
• Support Property Operations and Capex teams effectively and consistently, supporting development of strategy and tactics for all roads and infrastructure operations.
• Develop strong relationships across all functional areas and lines of business within Parkbridge and with applicable external regulatory authorities.
• Work collaboratively with other functional areas on asset management and significant capital investment, including replacement, enhancement, maintenance of Company's private infrastructure systems
• Supporting, where required, all reporting on environmental project initiatives and quarterly Board reports.
• Lead and deliver customer (internal and external) focused and responsive services in keeping with the "I am Parkbridge" commitment
• Provide practical and commercially astute solution-based approach to environmental challenges
• Supporting all educational initiatives internally to Parkbridge related to Water, Wastewater and Environmental
• Support the development of project plans that align scope, time, cost, quality, resources, and risk.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, calculations, prepare development and construction cost estimates, tender documents and contracts
• Manage client communications and ensure all client requirements are met throughout the design and reporting process

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience in a similar role
• Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is an asset, but not required.
• Experience working in a construction or consulting environment is an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detailed understanding of local Agency (or equivalent) Codes and Standards is considered essential
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical, business and project management teams
• Proficient within Microsoft Office Suite of Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficient within AutoCad or equipment program for reading and review drawings and design proposals
• Candidate holding an Ontario Class 3 water and/or sewer certificate or equivalent is considered an asset
• Exceptional critical thinker and problem solver. Ability to work with the business and understand their needs.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

ABOUT PARKBRIDGE:
Parkbridge is Canada's leading developer and manager of more than 60 residential communities and 35 recreational RV resort communities. Headquartered in Collingwood, Ontario, with properties in 70 municipalities across Canada, the Parkbridge team enriches the lives of its residents and guests by providing welcoming communities with quality amenities. It also offers an attainable path to homeownership through land lease opportunities. Parkbridge is wholly owned by QuadReal Property Group, a global real estate company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with assets under management of over $70 billion.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Candidates from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier free and accessible environment. If you have been contacted for an interview and require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that applicants must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check.