Decommissioning Project Manager

MatchBox Consulting Group; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Decommissioning Project Manager in Canada. The role involves overseeing medium to high-risk construction projects, ensuring safety and adherence to budgets. Candidates should have at least 9 years of project management experience, a background in infrastructure projects, and excellent communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to lead significant projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of project management experience.
• Experience managing infrastructure or utility projects.
• PMP designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver infrastructure and construction projects up to ~$50M in capital cost.
• Lead full project lifecycle: scoping, planning, scheduling, execution.
• Track project benefits, risks, budget, resources, and documentation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

MatchBox Consulting Group is on the hunt for a DecommissioningProject Manager. This candidate will lead medium- to high-risk, complex infrastructure or construction projects. The role oversees cross-functional teams and ensures delivery is safe, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational requirements.

Duration : 1 year

Key Responsibilities

Deliver infrastructure and construction projects up to ~$50M in capital cost.

Lead full project lifecycle : scoping, planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and reporting.

Develop project plans, schedules, risk registers, communications plans, and status reports.

Manage activities such as engineering, QA, stakeholder engagement, Indigenous relations, permitting, procurement, field operations, and safety.

Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders, contractors, and field teams.

Track project benefits, risks, budget, resources, and documentation.

Lead Transmission Decommissioning projects, including

Support future transmission maintenance and inspection programs, including work package development, contractor oversight, PR creation, safety calls, and invoice review.

Requirements

Minimum 9 years of project management experience (or equivalent).

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or related field (Engineering an asset).

Experience managing infrastructure or utility projects (minimum 5 years).

Strong understanding of transmission systems, asset lifecycles, and safety standards.

Advanced proficiency in MS Office and project management software.

Excellent communication, presentation, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills.

PMP designation preferred.

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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 fair 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.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com