Project Manager

AESO; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional electric system operator in Calgary seeks a Project Manager to lead transmission development projects. The role requires 8-10 years of experience in project management, strong communication skills, and a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. As part of a diverse team, you will oversee project planning and execution while ensuring regulatory compliance. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, flexible work options, and various benefits including health and dental coverage.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Flexible work environment

Defined contribution pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Paid vacation and flex time

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability in managing business process improvements.
• Experience in regulatory/compliance projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, and stakeholder communication.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Monitor project progress and manage risks.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Project Management professional certification (PMP)

Job description

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

If you are a current AESO employee or contractor, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our System Projects team. System Projects is responsible for executing the transmission developments identified in the AESO’s Long-Term Transmission Plan. We conduct engineering studies and develop and execute system projects to maintain compliance with transmission planning standards. Reporting to the Manager, System Projects, you will play a key role in managing the overall delivery of system projects.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

You will enjoy working with us if:

• You value flexibility to support life and personal needs. We offer a flexible work practice where some weeks may require more onsite presence during key business or operations events.

• You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals, and work and learn in a diverse atmosphere - our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

• You thrive in a dynamic environment and seek opportunities for transformative change.

• You leverage your strong communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

• You are comfortable leading work independently with minimal supervision.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Project initiation and planning

  • Establish project scope, schedule, resources and communication requirements

  • Identify and engage with required stakeholders

  • Develop risk management plans

• Project execution

  • Direct and oversee work activities for project execution

  • Communicate with stakeholders for input, decisions and updates

  • Manage project priorities and solve project issues

  • Influence and lead cross functional teams to achieve project outcomes

  • Manage projects to comply with legislation, regulations and rules governing AESO activities

• Project monitoring

  • Validate project progress and maintain desired project outcomes

  • Keep comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date records of project status, schedule, accountabilities and outcomes

  • Validate and control project scope and project change proposals

  • Monitor project resource commitments and resolve conflicts as needed

  • Maintain control over project communications with internal and external stakeholders

  • Identify and mitigate project risks and project interdependencies

  • Report on project progress, risks and other critical updates to the Manager/Director of System Projects

• Closing

  • Complete project close-out procedures

  • Identify and implement improvements in system project management and delivery

What you’ll bring to us:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or other related field or equivalent work / industry experience

• Project Management professional certification (PMP) would be an asset

• Minimum 8-10 years of leading and directing a portfolio of projects with a high degree of complexity and multiple stakeholders in technical applications

• Demonstrated achievement in driving business process changes and process improvements

• Prior experience in regulatory/compliance projects

• Prior experience in projects that involve multiple business units or have multiple internal and external stakeholders

• Knowledge of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System, or previous utility experience would be an asset

Application deadline

January 15, 2026

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