Job Description
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is looking to add a
Job Description
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is looking to add a Project Engineer to Projects West Bio Products team in Grande Prairie, AB.
Reporting to the Projects Technical Lead, this position primarily provides Pulp and Paper project engineering management on forest industry projects but also has a strong influence in the overall development and execution in a project’s full life cycle from conceptual studies, feasibility analysis, construction grade scope and estimates, detailed design, start-up, system optimization and trouble-shooting.
Our clients and Projects
Designing the future, Transforming the world.
The Wood Bio Products business in Grande Prairie provides our team with challenging projects in Pulp & Paper, Seed Oils, Oil & Gas and Municipal projects. We provide professionals with development opportunities, and with access to some of the most advanced tools globally, you will be equipped to perform at your peak.
The Role
The Project Engineer will assist with overall project engineering management for the delivery of projects in terms of cost, schedule, technical conformance, HSSEA (Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Assurance), quality, ensure compliance with company procedures, support delivery of engineering excellence through coordination of single discipline engineering deliverables.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across pulp and paper
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
- Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
- Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.
Responsibilities
Typical Responsibilities
- Ensure safe, environmentally responsible, timely, and on-budget project delivery.
- Manage distributed project teams to achieve cost-effective, efficient, safe, and timely completion of asset replacement or new capital/system improvement projects.
- Meet with clients to manage their expectations effectively.
- Ensure regular and transparent communication with all stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
- Develop and execute project plans, designs, and studies that meet client needs and comply with all applicable regulations.
- Oversee the development of project budgets, schedules, and reports.
- Identify and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Adhere to change management strategies to manage and adapt to changes in project scope, timelines, and resources.
- Maintain communication channels with clients, stakeholders, and internal personnel to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Provide status reports to project sponsors regarding overall project progress and performance.
- Proactively manage scope changes and resolve complex issues with clients and internal teams.
- Support the growth and development of the project management function by continuously improving project delivery systems and procedures.
- Mentor junior project managers, technical staff, and project services support.
- Provide technical stewardship related to project execution.
- Apply project management best practices across several key industrial verticals.
- Collaborate with remote offices and client operational locations.
- Undertake short-term site assignments to work closely with clients on project development and execution.
Qualifications
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
Expected
- Project Management / coordination background with a minimum of five years' experience in pulp and paper projects
- Must possess a high degree of originality, skill, and proficiency in the various broad phases of engineering application and knowledge of quality management
- Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood now or in the future is required
About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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