Project Manager

PTW Energy Services, Inc.

Nisku

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

RRSP program and retirement savings

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Safety training and PPE provided

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Job summary

PTW Energy Services, Inc. is seeking a proactive Project Manager for our Nisku, Alberta team. You will lead industrial electrical and instrumentation projects from estimating through execution and closeout, coordinating field operations, clients, and subcontractors to deliver on time and within budget.

You will champion safety, manage scope and baselines, review drawings and documentation, and communicate across internal teams and clients. Travel to project sites locally is expected as needed.

Qualifications

Industrial electrical and/or instrumentation construction experience required.
Journeyperson Electrician (Inter-Provincial Red Seal) or related technical designation is an asset.
Strong ability to read electrical/instrumentation drawings and P&IDs.
Experience with scheduling and project management tools.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Willingness to travel locally to project sites.

Responsibilities

Champion safety leadership and support a zero-incident workplace culture.
Define project scope and establish cost and schedule baselines.
Develop and implement project execution strategies and functional project plans.
Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Manage project schedules, including changes and impacts to timelines.
Serve as the primary communication link between internal teams and external clients.
Review bid documents, quantities, drawings, and estimates to identify discrepancies or omissions.
Support estimating efforts, including branch estimates and proposal development.
Review electrical and instrumentation drawings, specifications, P&IDs, cable schedules, vendor drawings, and other project documentation to determine scope, costs, and execution approach.
Represent PTW in client meetings, site visits, and pre-bid walkdowns.
Develop and maintain the Construction Execution Plan at a strategic level.
Lead and coordinate project teams to deliver electrical and instrumentation scope in accordance with specifications.
Maintain strong client relationships throughout all project phases.
Chair project kick-off, progress, and close-out meetings.
Oversee field execution to ensure alignment with design, budget, schedule, and project specifications.
Track project performance, including forecasting, progress claims, productivity, and cost control.
Ensure effective project communication and coordination meetings are held regularly.
Manage change orders and project financial forecasting.
Monitor and control project documentation, drawings, records, and turnover packages.
Complete post-project reviews and lessons-learned reporting.
Support additional branch activities as required by the Area Manager

Skills

MS Office

Scheduling tools

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Journeyperson Electrician (Inter-Provincial Red Seal)

Instrumentation Technician/Mechanic

Engineer

PMP

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Project Manager – Nisku, Alberta

Lead. Deliver. Build.

Company Overview

PTW is a leading industry solutions provider delivering electrical, instrumentation, construction, and fabrication services across Canada. We support major industrial sectors including oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, power generation, pulp and paper, nuclear, and renewable energy industries.

Role Summary

PTW is seeking a motivated Project Manager to join our team in Nisku, Alberta. Reporting to the OperationsManager, this roleserves as the primary client contact and manages the full lifecycle ofindustrial electrical and instrumentation projects—from estimating and planning through execution and closeout

The Project Manager ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and in alignment with client expectations, while providing strong leadership and coordination across project teams, field operations, clients, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

Champion safety leadership and support a zero-incident workplace culture
Define project scope and establish cost and schedule baselines
Develop and implement project execution strategies and functional project plans
Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
Manage project schedules, including changes and impacts to timelines
Serve as the primary communication link between internal teams and external clients
Review bid documents, quantities, drawings, and estimates to identify discrepancies or omissions
Support estimating efforts, including branch estimates and proposal development
Review electrical and instrumentation drawings, specifications, P&IDs, cable schedules, vendor drawings, and other project documentation to determine scope, costs, and execution approach
Represent PTW in client meetings, site visits, and pre-bid walkdowns
Develop and maintain the Construction Execution Plan at a strategic level
Lead and coordinate project teams to deliver electrical and instrumentation scope in accordance with specifications
Maintain strong client relationships throughout all project phases
Chair project kick-off, progress, and close-out meetings
Oversee field execution to ensure alignment with design, budget, schedule, and project specifications
Track project performance, including forecasting, progress claims, productivity, and cost control
Ensure effective project communication and coordination meetings are held regularly
Manage change orders and project financial forecasting
Monitor and control project documentation, drawings, records, and turnover packages
Complete post-project reviews and lessons-learned reporting
Support additional branch activities as required by the Area Manager

Qualifications / Requirements

Previous industrial electrical and/or instrumentation construction experience required
Journeyperson Electrician (Inter-Provincial Red Seal), Instrumentation Technician/Mechanic, Engineer, PMP, or related technical designation considered an asset
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, instrumentation drawings, P&IDs, cable schedules, loop drawings, vendor drawings, specifications, and other construction documents
Strong understanding of industrial electrical and instrumentation systems and construction practices
Strong MS Office skills and experience with scheduling/project management tools and software
Strong leadership skills with a self-motivated, results-driven mindset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong customer service focus with the ability to meet client expectations
Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Valid Canadian Driver's License with acceptable 3-year driver's abstract
Strong electrical and/or instrumentation background with an understanding of related industrial construction disciplines
Willingness to travel locally to project sites and occasionally overnight