Project Director - Facilities and Pipeline

NES Fircroft; Pincher Creek; On-site; CAD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Project Director to lead a multi-year energy infrastructure program in Alberta, overseeing planning, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover of a $1B+ capital project dedicated to power generation for digital infrastructure needs.

The role requires executive leadership, a strong owner’s perspective, and proven experience directing EPC/EPCM teams, contractors, regulators, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
• Experience as Owner's Representative or Owner's Team.
• Strong leadership of multi-disciplinary teams and contractors.
• Proven ability to manage large EPC/EPCM contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for the planning, execution, and delivery of a major power generation capital project.
• Direct all phases of project development including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risk mitigation strategies, and overall project governance.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams including EPC contractors, consultants, regulatory bodies, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage commercial negotiations, contract administration, and claims resolution.
• Deliver project objectives while maintaining schedule certainty and cost discipline.
• Provide regular reporting and strategic guidance to senior leadership and project sponsors.

Skills

Executive leadership

Owner's Representative experience

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Job description

Project Director - Facilities & Pipeline

Location: Pincher Creek, Alberta

Term: Long-Term Contract (2+ Years)

Start Date: September/October

Opportunity An exceptional opportunity exists for an accomplished Project Director to lead the delivery of one of Western Canada's most significant energy infrastructure developments. This role will oversee the execution of a multi-year capital program valued in excess of $1 billion, involving the construction of new simple cycle power generation facilities that will provide dedicated power supply to major digital infrastructure developments.

This is a highly visible leadership position responsible for guiding project strategy, execution, stakeholder management, commercial performance, and overall delivery from an owner's perspective. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping a landmark project expected to contribute significantly to regional economic growth, investment, and infrastructure development. The broader development is designed to support the growing demand for digital infrastructure and advanced computing capacity while leveraging Alberta's established energy sector expertise. [captusgeneration.com]

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide executive leadership for the planning, execution, and delivery of a major power generation capital project.
• Direct all phases of project development including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risk mitigation strategies, and overall project governance.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams including EPC contractors, consultants, regulatory bodies, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage commercial negotiations, contract administration, and claims resolution.
• Deliver project objectives while maintaining schedule certainty and cost discipline.
• Provide regular reporting and strategic guidance to senior leadership and project sponsors.

Ideal Background We are seeking a proven project executive with experience delivering large-scale energy infrastructure projects of significant capital value, preferably exceeding several hundred million dollars and ideally within the billion-dollar range.

Strong consideration will be given to candidates with experience in:

• Simple Cycle Power Generation Facilities
• Combined Cycle Power Plants
• Traditional Thermal Power Generation Projects
• Major Pipeline Infrastructure Projects
• Large Industrial or Energy Megaprojects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success leading major energy projects from an Owner's Representative or Owner's Team perspective.
• Extensive experience managing large EPC and EPCM contractors.
• Strong understanding of power generation project execution and lifecycle management.
• Experience with pipeline integration and related infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead large project teams in complex stakeholder environments.
• Exceptional commercial, contractual, and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, high-profile project environment.

Why This Opportunity?

• Lead a transformational $1B+ energy infrastructure project.
• Long-term contract engagement providing project continuity from execution through completion.
• Opportunity to oversee the development of critical generation infrastructure supporting next-generation digital and industrial growth.
• Executive-level leadership role with significant influence and visibility.
• Be part of a project expected to create substantial economic investment, job creation, and long-term regional development benefits. [captusgeneration.com]

We are particularly interested in speaking with Project Directors who have successfully delivered major power generation and pipeline projects and can bring a strategic owner's perspective to this landmark development.