Project Manager

SNC-Lavalin; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in British Columbia is seeking a Project Manager to oversee delivery of transmission and substation projects. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of project management experience and a degree in Engineering. This role offers competitive compensation, along with a work environment focused on health and safety and numerous learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Focus on health and safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years experience as a Project Manager.
• Experience with large scale projects in Transmission and Distribution.
• Knowledge of project management functions including design, contracts, and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Manage project risks and escalate issues as necessary.
• Facilitate communication with clients and project teams.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Project Manager to join our team in British Columbia. Our Project Managers are responsible for the timely and efficient coordination and delivery of transmission and substation projects for major utility clients. The incumbent will be responsible for working alongside other discipline managers, technical leads and project managers and be responsible for project management of various projects within the team.

The ideal candidate is an engineering professional with a broad base of engineering design and leadership experience and will be a motivated self-starter who embraces the opportunity to work on a variety of projects concurrently. Projects vary in size and complexity, resulting in the necessity to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The Project Manager will manage activities including, but not limited to, budget, schedule, quality assurance, engineering, procurement support, construction management support and safety.

Your role within the team

To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• The successful delivery of the project to agreed targets, e.g., schedule, budget, and quality.
• Identifying, escalating, and managing any matters which could pose a potential contractual and, or commercial risk.
• Setting objectives, and defining tasks for the project team, delegating authority, and agreeing with the project director how risks will be shared, as necessary.
• Actively managing the project – both technically and financially, in accordance with corporate and business policies, directives, guidance and procedures while protecting the commercial interest of the project.
• Facilitating communication, co-ordination, and information flow with the Client and within the project team, including any subcontractors and partners (internal and external).
• Facilitation of all technical documentation required for the execution of the project (Technical studies, Design basis, Conceptual designs, Detailed designs, technical specifications, Field work, Tender Phase services, Construction Phase Services and Record drawings).
• Work within financial constraints and understanding of project financial workings.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate

• A degree in an Engineering related discipline; Electrical is considered an asset
• Proven previous experience as a Project Manager for a minimum of 3 - 5 years supporting large scale projects
• Experience within Transmission and Distribution, working with a major utility, and working in an EPCM environment are strong assets
• Knowledge of all project management functions, including design, contracts, procurement of services, and project accounting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices and the flow of design in project management, proficient with standard computer tools.
• A distinct results-based orientation combined with outstanding communication, interpersonal and team building skills.
• Project Management accreditation (PMP) is considered an asset.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

Compensation

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $103,800 - $142,800 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital.

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