Project Manager, Development Plains Canada Liquid Pipelines ULC

Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Plains is seeking a Project Manager in Calgary, Alberta to lead development projects from scope through execution. You will establish scope, develop designs, cost estimates, schedules, and risk plans while coordinating with business units to optimize asset value.

Responsibilities include providing technical consultation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining project benchmarks and risk modeling. Travel may be required; a strong PM background and Canadian code knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and P.Eng designation with APEGA registration.
• 10+ years of experience in pipeline/oil or gas processing including design, construction and PM.
• Familiarity with Canadian codes and standards for pipelines and hydrocarbon-processing facilities (CSA Z662, ABSA, CER).
• Knowledge of AACE and PMI best practices in estimating and project management.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and coordinate diverse stakeholders and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Establish project scope, develop preliminary designs, cost estimates, schedules, risk registers and execution plans.
• Provide technical consultation to project teams and Operations to reflect regulatory requirements and industry practices.
• Support business functions and strategies to optimize Plains' assets and project value.
• Ensure designs and assets comply with regulatory requirements and operating practices.
• Maintain benchmarking, contingency modeling and escalation tools; review estimates and basis of estimates.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Education

Engineering degree

P.Eng designation

Tools

Microsoft Project

Cost estimating systems

Benchmarking tools

Risk modeling tools

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager, Development

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments. Plains has an immediate opening for a Project Manager in our Calgary, Alberta office. Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will work closely with Plains’ business units to establish project scope, develop preliminary designs, cost estimates, schedules, risk registers, and execution plans for viable projects. You will provide technical consultation to project teams and Operations to ensure project planning reflects operational requirements, industry practices, and regulatory expectations. You will also support business functions and strategies that optimize the value of Plains’ assets. Some limited travel may be required. The successful candidate will be eligible for company benefits including medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement savings programs, paid time off, and other company offerings. Responsibilities: Work closely with Business Development and Execution to establish scope and scope alternatives for projects in the initial phase that meet customer needs. Facilitate project planning sessions to solicit input from departments within Plains and incorporate that input into project scope and scope alternatives for estimates. Develop unclassified estimates, associated risks, and schedule to support new business opportunities. Incorporate lessons learned into estimate development. Support Business Development in achieving a go/no go decision with executives. Provide Class estimate development services to Expansion Projects Team. Solicit input from non‑technical teams and develop associated risk registers, schedules and basis of estimates. Review Class estimates and provide feedback. Utilize Project Definition Rating Index (PDRI) on estimates to measure completeness of project scope definition. Maintain project benchmarking database and assess cost and schedule trends. Translate into action items to ensure ongoing project competitiveness. Perform contingency modeling on Class estimates and support use of escalation tool. Maintain project portfolio prioritization model to support recommendations for projects that align with Plains’ strategic priorities. Ensure project designs and constructed assets comply with regulatory requirements, specifications, and operating practices. Scrutinize scope and design change requests to ensure validity, justification, and impact on EBITDA, reliability, and operations; obtain approvals for deviations. Provide project services such as Project Lookbacks, Contingency & Escalation Modeling, and Construction Quality Management System (CQMS) session facilitation. Develop and maintain Plains’ cost estimating practices and basis; establish industry benchmarks. Qualifications: Engineering degree in an applicable discipline; professional engineering designation (P.Eng) and registration with APEGA. Minimum 10 years of experience in pipeline and oil or gas processing, including design, construction, and project management. Familiarity with labour, safety, and environmental regulations; working knowledge of Canadian codes and standards for pipelines and hydrocarbon‑processing facilities (e.g., CSA Z662, ABSA requirements, CER regulations). Knowledge of AACE and PMI best practices in estimating and project management. Knowledge of cost estimating systems, benchmarking tools, and risk modeling practices. Strong leadership, decision‑making, conflict resolution, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Project and project scheduling tools. Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and coordinate diverse stakeholders and contractors. Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks. Valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract. #Plains At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees’ need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail]. Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. At Plains, our vision is to become the premier crude oil and marketing company in the United States and Canada by providing the utmost in value-added services to our customers, and in doing so, delivering superior returns to our stakeholders. Our people are analytical, connected, creative, entrepreneurial and passionate about everything they do. We rely on our Core Values and beliefs to inspire and guide our team. These values include: Safety and Environmental Stewardship: We conduct our business in a manner that is safe for our employees, business partners, communities and the environment. Ownership and Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and are accountable to each other and our stakeholders, including the communities where we live and work. Respect, Fairness, and Inclusion: We treat each other with respect and fairness, and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Ethics and Integrity: We do the right thing, obey the law and act with the highest levels of honesty, ethics and integrity. Teamwork: We foster a collaborative environment and work together to achieve our goals. Entrepreneurship and Innovation: We are a nimble team that develops and implements creative solutions that deliver value for our stakeholders and drive continuous improvement.