Job Description

Cochrane is located in the breathtaking Bow Valley corridor in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southern Alberta. With a population of over 37,000 people, and growing steadily every year, Cochrane is a thriving town, surrounded by world-famous ranch country. Our western heritage is reflected in the Town’s architecture and our friendly people. The Town of Cochrane welcomes innovative and skilled individuals to join our team of over 250 employees.

Work Where You Live and Help Shape Cochrane’s Future
This position leads the planning, coordination and delivery of municipal infrastructure, capital and construction projects for the Town of Cochrane. Responsible for project execution from concept through completion, they ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with the Town's strategic priorities and service objectives.
Acting as the primary liaison between the Town and consultants, contractors, utility providers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders, they manage project delivery, professional service agreements, and stakeholder relationships.
The successful candidate provides project updates, financial reporting, and strategic recommendations to Senior Leadership and Council while serving as a trusted advisor to internal departments on project planning, coordination, and implementation.
Your Impact
You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the infrastructure that supports Cochrane's continued growth and quality of life. Through strong leadership, strategic planning, and effective stakeholder collaboration, you will ensure capital projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Your work will help enhance municipal services, support sustainable community development, and create lasting value for residents, businesses, and visitors.
Your work will include:
• Lead municipal capital and construction projects from planning through completion.
• Manage project budgets, procurement, contracts, schedules and reporting.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members, consultants and contractors.
• Identify risks, resolve issues and support effective project decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support engineering reviews, permitting, inspections and development processes.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, municipal standards, policies and Council priorities.
• Prepare and present project updates, business cases and recommendations to Senior Leadership and Council.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• You'll play a key role in shaping Cochrane's future by delivering infrastructure projects that enhance the community and support sustainable growth.
• You'll lead meaningful, high-impact projects from concept to completion, with opportunities to influence decisions and drive results.
• You'll work alongside a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation, accountability and continuous improvement.
• You'll enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and participation in a stable pension plan.
• You'll have opportunities for professional growth, leadership development and ongoing learning.
• You'll be part of a community-focused organization committed to exceptional service, responsible development and creating a great place to live, work, and play.
Qualifications
Whether your experience comes from municipal government, consulting, construction, engineering or infrastructure project delivery, we encourage you to apply. We value professionals who bring strong project leadership, technical expertise and a collaborative approach to delivering community infrastructure.
• Engineering degree or diploma with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in municipal infrastructure, construction, engineering, or project management.
• Membership, or eligibility for membership, with ASET or APEGA; CET, P.Eng., PL(Eng.), and/or Project Management certifications are considered assets.
• Strong knowledge of municipal infrastructure design, construction, operations, maintenance, and applicable legislation and industry standards.
• Experience delivering capital projects, managing budgets and resources, and coordinating consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with development approvals, construction processes, risk management, and alternative project delivery methods; trenchless construction experience is an asset.
• Working knowledge of GIS, drafting, modeling, and project management software is considered an asset.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Cochrane is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment for all employees. As part of our team, you'll take reasonable care to protect your health and safety and that of others, follow all relevant health and safety legislation and participate in orientations and training.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join us in shaping Cochrane's future through the delivery of meaningful infrastructure projects that support a growing and vibrant community. If you're a collaborative project leader who thrives on delivering results and building strong relationships, we'd love to hear from you.
• Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how their experience aligns with the required qualifications, skills, and abilities
• All qualified candidates will be requested to complete an online suitability survey
• Applications will be accepted until 9pm MST September 13, 2026 at www.cochrane.ca/jobs
• $57.50/hour, 35 hours/week + benefits and pension!

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.

Land Acknowledgement

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.