Director of Project Management

PowerON Energy Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical projects company in Toronto is seeking a Director of Project Management to oversee the execution of a $500 million pipeline of major electrical projects. The successful candidate will manage a large team, ensure project delivery on time and budget, and maintain stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years of experience in project management in the electrical sector, preferably with knowledge in EV charging and renewable energy solutions. Competitive salary and a welcoming environment for diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction and project management.
• Direct experience managing electrical projects including solar and EV charging.
• Technical knowledge of EV charging and energy management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of electrification portfolio.
• Manage project scopes and objectives with stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on-time, and within budget.

Skills

Project management

Electrical project management

Leadership skills

Customer-focused approach

Communication skills

Education

University Degree in Engineering, Business or related field

MBA

PMP certification

Job description

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Director of Project Management will oversee the execution of PowerON’s $500 million pipeline of major electrical projects. A key player on PowerON’s leadership team, the Director is responsible for a large team of project managers and project controls professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and execution of PowerON’s electrification portfolio throughout all project life cycle phases including front‑end planning, execution and project controls
• Apply a customer focused approach to develop and execute charging solutions on time and on budget
• Manage a team developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Coordinate and manage internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects
• Plan resource availability and allocation
• Ensure that all projects are delivered safely, on‑time, within budget and with quality
• Develop detailed project management plans and reporting tools to track progress
• Ensure compliance with commercial and project management framework
• Implement project controls processes to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs in accordance with project management industry best practices
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Work with the Business Development team supporting new business development initiatives
• Ensure compliance with corporate safety programs and policies and communicate safety issues/concerns
• Develop a climate which encourages the participation and involvement of all employees to continuously improve processes and systems
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree in Engineering, Business or related field
• MBA is an asset
• PMP is an asset
• 10+ years of experience in construction and project management
• Direct experience managing electrical projects involving solar, batteries, generation, substations or electric vehicle charging
• Technical knowledge of EV charging, battery storage and other electrical equipment as well as energy management systems
• Strong business acumen to develop and execute profitable projects and contribute to PowerON’s business strategy
• Excellent communication skills to interact with customers and leadership skills to motivate your team

While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons.