Manager of Capital Projects

• Location: Squamish, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14698
• Salary: CA$135,000 Per Hour

Our client is a progressive, growing municipal government in Squamish, BC, known for its focus on community, resilient infrastructure, and a strong sense of purpose. With a significant capital investment plan in motion, they are looking to add a Manager of Capital Projects to their Engineering Department on a permanent basis.

This is an opportunity for a civil engineering leader with local government or consulting experience to lead a capital projects team, shape the delivery of major infrastructure, and act as a technical expert for the community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the Capital Projects team in delivering infrastructure projects that support community growth and improve municipal infrastructure.
• Collaborate on the annual capital plan and recommend implementation strategies and resource requirements to the Director of Engineering.
• Oversee project objectives and delivery strategies, ensuring projects meet approved scope, budgets, schedules, and service expectations.
• Provide oversight on the procurement and delivery of engineering studies, consultant assignments, and capital projects in line with District policies and standards.
• Provide strategic review and direction on technical reports and present recommendations to Council as required.
• Advise the Director on significant project matters, risks, and recommendations arising from the capital program.
• Contribute to annual budgets and the 10-year Financial Plan by identifying capital funding and resource needs.
• Manage, coach, and develop direct reports, setting priorities and performance expectations.
• Ensure completed capital assets transition smoothly to the Public Works Department through clear processes and documentation.
• Lead public consultation and stakeholder engagement, including open houses and workshops, using the IAP2 model.
• Act as the District’s technical expert in updating bylaws, policies, standards, and guidelines, and provide technical input on public inquiries.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia, or immediately eligible for registration.
• 5+ years of progressive responsibility in local government or an engineering firm.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of municipal projects and services.
• Working knowledge of the Local Government Act, MMCD, and WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Proven leadership experience coaching and developing professional and technical staff.
• Strong financial acumen, with the ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders, including Council and the public.
• Understanding of the importance of respecting regional traditions and Indigenous regulations on projects.
• Experience managing in a unionized environment is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

What’s In It for You

• $136,700 to $150,200 annual salary.
• Permanent, full-time opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Monday to Friday schedule, 70 hours bi-weekly (typically 8:00am to 5:00pm).
• Exempt position, excluded from union membership.
• Meaningful, high-visibility work shaping infrastructure in a growing community.
• Values-driven team culture built on respect, integrity, connection, and progress.

Location & Work Arrangement
Squamish, BC
On-site, Monday to Friday, with the ability to reliably commute to Squamish.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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