Project Manager at Mueller Water Products in Toronto, ON

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Who We Are: Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application. 

 Vacancy Disclosure: This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization that we are actively seeking to fill.

Project Manager Overview: Echologics, a world leader in Leak Detection and Condition Assessment of Water Mains requires a Project Manager I (PM) with experience within the Project Management team to conduct and manage leak detection and condition assessment projects for water pipelines. This role will be instrumental in successfully applying PM best practices to manage our rapidly growing volume of work. The successful candidate will lead a broad range of projects within Canada and US. This role requires project management, team building and technical experience in engineering and underground infrastructure industries. The PM is an integral member of the project management team responsible for delivering projects of small to medium size, with a primary responsibility of the execution and ultimately the completion of projects. This role will participate in project planning, scheduling, field work, organizing and controlling delivery activities, and ongoing governance and reporting activities. They will be responsible for maintaining productive and positive relationships with key internal and external partners and stakeholders, including customers, the sales team, and the Project Management team. Note: This is a 6-month fixed term position. Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science Knowledge of Project Management tools and techniques 2+ years of project management experience, ideally in underground infrastructure industries At least one year of work experience with a client-centric role in engineering services within the water industry focused on managing projects Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Competencies: Familiarity with leak detection and condition assessment technology Excellent organizational and analytical skills Interpersonal, communications and negotiating skills to build positive relationships and resolve issues with supporting groups and individuals and external contacts Ability to handle many complex and rapidly changing tasks in parallel Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project These are considered assets: Project Management training In pursuit of PMP and/or P.Eng. Familiarity with water distribution systems, or experience in utility industries Basic accounting knowledge Responsibilities: Project management - initiate, plan, execute, monitor progress, and close projects within predefined time, cost, and scope Manage project scope, forecast revenue, reduce risk, monitor project budget, costs, and margins to meet targets Oversee and conduct leak detection surveys of distribution water mains and transmission main leak detectio