Project Manager

100 Alberta Energy Regulator; Calgary; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Total rewards package

Pension plan

Job summary

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is seeking a motivated Project Manager to lead regulatory instrument change projects. You will oversee project delivery, apply PM frameworks, and act as a SME in methodologies, tools, and processes. You will guide cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to ensure on‑time delivery.

You will use Lean‑Agile principles and collaborate with internal and external partners. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years PM experience are required, with assets including public

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, science, public policy, engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years project/program management experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in the public sector, government agencies and/or regulatory development are assets.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies or working towards certification (PMP, CAPM, Lean Six Sigma, Agile).
• PROSCI or other change management certifications are assets.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope and deliverables with stakeholders, and set timelines aligned to requirements.
• Allocate and monitor resources; support time tracking.
• Motivate team to meet scope and timelines.
• Identify and mitigate risks and challenges; seek solutions across the project environment.
• Provide project performance reports and status updates.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Risk management

Lean-Agile familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, science, public policy, engineering, or related discipline

Tools

PM frameworks

Change management tools

Job description

Location & Compensation

Location: Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta. Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent. Salary Range: SP3, Level 5, $98,090 - $115,400 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Position Title

Project Manager

Opportunity

The Regulatory Projects team at the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is seeking a motivated, organized, and team-oriented Project Manager. You will play an instrumental role in supporting the delivery of regulatory instrument change projects. As the Project Manager, you will lead the effective management and delivery of the project, apply the project management framework and serve as the subject‑matter expert in project management methodologies, tools, and processes. You will provide project‑specific guidance, oversight, coordination, and communication to project teams and key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project team members, leaders, and stakeholders to precisely define project scope and essential deliverables, while establishing suitable timelines tailored to meet stakeholder and client requirements.
• Determine and monitor the allocation and utilization of resources necessary for designated projects and support time tracking.
• Motivate the project team to adhere to the defined scope and timelines.
• Identify, monitor, and resolve risks and challenges associated with assigned projects, actively seeking solutions both within and external to the project environment whenever issues threaten project deliverables and timelines.
• Offer comprehensive project performance reports encompassing status updates, progress evaluations, risks/issues, highlighting areas necessitating intervention.
• Assist with project reviews, lessons learned, implementation activities and the collection of performance information.
• Provide project management expertise in the development of business cases.
• Support the use and improvement of project delivery, change‑management and continuous‑improvement practices.
• Provide guidance and disseminate expertise to both internal and external project stakeholders on effective project management methodologies, tools and practices.
• Apply knowledge in Lean‑Agile principles to achieve project success.

What we’re looking for in you

• Bachelor’s degree in business, science, public policy, engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years project/program management experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in the public sector, government agencies and/or regulatory development are considered an asset.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies or working towards project management certification is considered an asset (i.e. PMP, CAPM, Lean Six Sigma, Agile).
• PROSCI or other change management certifications are considered an asset.
• Experience with risk management, change management and stakeholder management.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and well‑developed written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Exhibit adept problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities alongside excellent communication skills, both internally and externally with stakeholders.

Additional Information

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application. Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified. If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you

Opportunity to make a difference and be part of a performance driven team that is responsible for the efficient, safe, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of Alberta’s energy and mineral resources. The ability to leverage your expertise and critical thinking skills to contribute in wide-ranging, challenging, and complex work.

• Robust total reward packages including; a competitive compensation program, defined benefit pension plan(s), flexible benefits, and wellness programs.
• Flexible work options and hours, aligned with organizational policies.
• More information about working at the AER including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website https://www.aer.ca/providing-information/about-the-aer/careers/what-we-offer.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.

Application Closing Date

November 22, 2026, at midnight

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of background or identity of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.We strive to create a community where people are treated fair…

About the AER

Make a difference. Be in great company. At the AER, a career goes beyond the paycheck. It’s an opportunity to follow your passion, apply your skills and make a meaningful difference in service of Albertans. We offer a competitive total rewards package, along with hybrid work and flexible work hours for eligible positions so you can thrive both personally and professionally. As the province’s sole regulator of oil, oil sands, natural gas, geothermal, minerals, and coal resource development, the AER’s responsibilities are notably diverse. It makes sense that our workforce is too. From scientists and field inspectors to regulatory analysts and engagement specialists, we seek talented people with strong technical and interpersonal skills, who share our commitment for doing what’s right.

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