Project Manager

Adecco Canada; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Canada is seeking a full-time, experienced Project Manager in Kitimat, BC, to lead complex projects in industrial, utilities, engineering, mining, energy, or heavy industry settings. You will manage projects from initiation through closeout, balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful delivery.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on project execution across multiple teams and contractors.

Qualifications

• Significant project management experience in industrial, utilities, engineering, mining, energy, or heavy industry.
• Proven track record delivering projects from initiation to closeout.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from planning through execution and closeout.
• Deliver projects within approved scope, schedule and budget.
• Monitor performance and align with business objectives.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Track milestones, risks, and performance metrics.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Decision-making

Job description

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time experienced Project Manager on behalf of our client, in Kitimat, BC. This opportunity is ideal for a results-driven project professional with a strong track record of delivering complex projects in industrial, utilities, engineering, mining, energy, or heavy industry environments.

You will lead projects from initiation through completion, ensuring successful delivery while balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, stakeholder expectations, and business objectives. Projects may include both capital and closure initiatives and require strong leadership, communication, and project execution capabilities.

• Pay Rate: $95/hour
• Location: Kitimat, BC
• Shift: Monday to Friday
• Job type: Contract|Full-time

Responsibilities:

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead projects from planning through execution and closeout
• Deliver projects in accordance with approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Monitor project performance and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and execution strategies
• Track and report project progress, milestones, risks, and performance metrics

Stakeholder Management

• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Facilitate effective communication across project teams and business units
• Partner with stakeholders to define project requirements and desired outcomes

Risk & Change Management

• Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues
• Coordinate resolution of project challenges and performance concerns
• Manage project changes and ensure proper governance processes are followed
• Develop mitigation strategies to support successful project delivery

Contract & Vendor Management

• Support procurement activities and contractor selection processes
• Coordinate vendors, consultants, and contractors throughout project execution
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met
• Assist with contract administration and project-related commercial activities

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes and methodologies
• Promote best practices in project planning, execution, and reporting
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the ongoing development of project management standards and practices

Qualifications and Skills:

• Significant project management experience within industrial, utilities, engineering, mining, energy, construction, or heavy industry environments
• Proven experience managing projects from initiation through completion
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and vendor relationships
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects on time and within budget
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership capabilities
• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.