Sr Advisor Technical Specifications & Standards

Description

• Engage with industry leaders and participate in high-profile events.
• Support the PMO’s broader efforts to enhance delivery maturity, reduce rework, and improve the efficiency and quality of engineering deliverables.
• Mentor or guide internal teams on implementing updated technical standards into capital planning and project delivery frameworks.
• Oversee the development and dissemination of updated standard specifications, guidelines, and templates used by consultants and contractors across capital projects.
• Provide advisory guidance on version control, quality assurance, and compliance for technical documents and design packages.
• Lead the review, update, and governance of technical specifications and engineering standards related to water treatment infrastructure (pumps, tanks, filters, instrumentation, etc.).
• Engage with internal SMEs, engineers, operations teams, and technical staff to capture tribal knowledge and integrate it into updated documentation.
• Develop high-impact marketing content that showcases PTAG’s expertise.

Requirements

• Experience working in a PMO or capital projects environment is considered a strong asset.
• Experience facilitating cross-functional engagement with SMEs, project managers, and operations personnel to build consensus and drive adoption of standards.
• Deep knowledge of technical specification development and control, including best practices, review cycles, and regulatory considerations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with a consultative approach to problem solving.
• Familiarity with Canadian standards for water and environmental infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering, design standards, or technical governance, preferably in public infrastructure or utilities (water treatment highly preferred).
• Degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing consulting firm.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance