Intermediate Project Manager

Raise; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is hiring a contract Project Manager on behalf of our client for Pipeline Integrity Projects across Canada. Based in Calgary with a hybrid work setup, this role involves delivering complex integrity projects and coordinating with multiple teams.

You will lead development, planning, and execution, manage budgets and stakeholders, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment with short project cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management accreditation preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in pipeline integrity or related project environments.

Responsibilities

• Project Development: conduct feasibility and early development activities.
• Project Planning: create schedules, milestones, and resource plans.
• Team Leadership: lead project team and align with objectives.
• Budget Management: monitor costs and control expenditures.
• Change and Risk Management: document changes and mitigate risks.
• Quality and Compliance: ensure deliverables meet standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Communication: keep stakeholders informed and engaged.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

PMP certification or related

Job description

Intermediate Project Manager

Pay Rate: $62.30 - $71.81/hour, depending on experience

Contract Length: Until March 31, 2028

Location: Calgary/Hybrid

Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader.

Description

Our clients Pipeline Integrity Projects in Canada is seeking an experienced Project Manager (PM) to join their team. Reporting to the Manager, Pipeline Integrity - Mainline West team, as a PM you will be accountable for the development, implementation, and delivery of pipeline integrity projects across our Canadian assets.

The Pipeline Integrity Projects team has a great team culture, promotes collaboration, and offers the unique opportunity to execute multiple projects on a short cycle. They offer a fast-paced environment to execute projects from start to finish (development to in-service) – a fulfilling way to challenge PMs, gain valuable project experience, establish new operational and commercial relationships, and build on your business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Project Development: Conduct feasibility studies and alternative analysis to assess the viability of the project, including technical, financial, and operational aspects and complete early project development activities.
• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, to ensure successful project execution in line with our clients Operations Management System (TOMS) and the Project Delivery System (PDS). Complete early stakeholder engagements to establish communication channels, set expectations, and ensure their input is incorporated into the project plan. Clearly define the project objectives, deliverables, and scope to ensure all stakeholders have a shared understanding of the project objective. Establish and understand the project’s Regulatory and Environmental objectives and document expected post construction commitments. Develop project plans including, but not limited to: project execution plan; communication plan; risk management plan; change management plan; resource plan; procurement plan; safety management plan; construction management plan; etc.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate the project team, fostering collaboration and ensuring everyone is aligned with project goals.
• Resource Management: Identify and allocate necessary resources, working with the Regional Team Lead for regional contractor engagement, Construction Management & Inspection (CM&I) for inspection resources, and Supply Chain for material procurement and reservations.
• Budget Management: Monitor and control project budgets, ensuring that expenditures are within approved limits and financial resources are used efficiently.
• Change Management: Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs, ensuring that all changes are documented, approved, and communicated effectively to stakeholders.
• Safety Leadership: Actively demonstrate corporate safety culture, lead safety discussions on projects, and support the onsite site construction activities emphasizing safety and quality.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring minimal impact on project progress while actively managing associated cost impacts.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and requirements through regular reviews, periodic audits, and turnover documentation tracking.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and addressing any concerns.
• Supply Chain Management: Work with our integrated Supply Chain team for regional contractor engagement, development of scopes of work, request for proposals (RFPs), and providing feedback on contract related items. Issuance of associated Release Orders (RO) and Purchase Orders (PO) under the correct contracts for the appropriate services and materials required.
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring that objectives are met and identifying areas for improvement. Prepare formal reports, address ad hoc inquiries, and provide leadership with project updates.
• Issue Resolution: Address any issues or challenges that arise during the project, coordinating with relevant parties to implement solutions.
• Post Construction Monitoring: Complete post construction monitoring activities to ensure regulatory and environmental commitments are adhered to.
• Portfolio Management: Support the multi-year scope development, cost estimation, outage requirements, risk identification, and cost refinement for future projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement by actively providing feedback to the project leadership team, the PMO, and contractors regarding processes, performance, project activities, and deliverables. Lead the implementation of approved continuous improvement changes on your projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• Technical diploma in a related field of study with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or focus will also be considered
• 6 or more years of related industry experience, specifically with pipeline integrity projects
• Proven project management skills and previous experience successfully executing projects
• An alternate combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to influence others not directly under your supervision
• Demonstrated strong planning and decision-making ability in a busy and dynamic work environment
• Sound interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, negotiation and leadership
• Customer focused and proven ability to align project objectives with regulatory and commercial drivers
• Commitment to health, safety, environment and quality
• Strong team orientation, demonstrating a high level of cooperation and sharing ideas
• Proven analytical and critical thinking skills and ability to handle competing challenges and timelines

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
• Travel to and from sites for their respective projects

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

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