Project Manager – Water Systems & Irrigation Infrastructure

Project Manager – Agricultural Water Systems & Irrigation Infrastructure

Acadian Peninsula, NB
Application Deadline: January 3, 2027
Salary Range: $31.81 – $45.45/hr

Bragg Lumber Company serves as the farming operations for the Oxford Food Group. Headquartered in Collingwood, Nova Scotia, the company operates across Atlantic Canada and Maine, United States. Its activities include comprehensive land management encompassing forestry, wild blueberry production, carrot cultivation, Apples and Bees.

Benefits of being a Bragg Lumber Employee:

• Competitive Wages
• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits
• Matching Pension Plan
• Vacation Purchase Program

To learn more about Bragg Lumber Company, visit: https://www.oxfordfrozenfoods.com

Position Summary:

Bragg Lumber Company has launched a multi-phase, large-scale irrigation initiative across Northern New Brunswick to protect crop resilience and maximize yield potential across thousands of productive acres.

As Project Manager, you will serve as the central liaison connecting executive leadership, agronomy specialists, engineering consultants, civil contractors, and regulatory agencies. A critical component of this role includes taking ownership of water governance, managing environmental assessments, securing water withdrawal permits, and ensuring all infrastructure development strictly adheres to provincial regulations. You will direct water infrastructure delivery from initial concept through engineering review, field construction, and final commissioning; ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to exact performance standards. This position is tailored for a hands-on leader equally effective in capital planning and field execution, pairing technical water systems expertise with pragmatic agricultural problem-solving to build durable, high-efficiency irrigation networks.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• On-site office and agricultural environment.
• Frequent field work in outdoor and remote farm locations.
• Exposure to external climate conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Travel between farm sites may be required.
• Flexibility required during seasonal peaks, system startup, and urgent irrigation events.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High-level proficiency in written and spoken French is a bona fide requirement for this role.
• Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field would be considered an asset.
• Equivalent practical experience in irrigation systems, farm infrastructure, or water system project work may be considered.
• Experience in irrigation, agricultural engineering, water systems, or related farm operations would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge or experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Experience or knowledge in areas such as center pivot systems, buried and above-ground agricultural piping, well piping, pump systems, pressure and flow management, irrigation design, and large-acreage farm operations is considered an asset.
• Currently hold or able to obtain a passport.

Skills & Competencies:

We are seeking a dynamic professional with strong technical, planning, and communication skills to join our team. The ideal candidate brings a practical and organized approach to field problem-solving and thrives in a fast-paced agricultural environment. This role requires sound judgment, adaptability, initiative, and a keen attention to detail. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be expected to communicate effectively with management, employees, contractors, and suppliers. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Office and related technical systems is considered a strong asset for this position.

All successful candidates are required to provide a Criminal Record Check upon hire.

Bragg Lumber is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

How to Apply:

Applications can be made by visiting www.oxfordfrozenfoods.com/opportunity and applying through our career center or by emailing your resume to [email protected].