Project Manager - Edmonton, AB

houle electric; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager to join a high-performing Program Management team supporting the planning and execution of multiple large-scale electrical utility capital projects across Alberta. This is a 1-year contract with strong potential for renewal within a major utility environment.

If you're a disciplined PM who thrives on complexity and owns their projects end-to-end with a genuine safety leadership mindset, this role is worth your attention.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of PM experience in construction or capital projects
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a technical certificate/diploma with 10+ years of applicable experience
• Strong understanding of PMBOK processes; PMP designation desirable
• Experience leading full procurement cycles - RFP development, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract administration
• Experience in the utility sector on substation or transmission projects is a major asset
• Strong safety mindset, clear communicator, and comfortable operating with limited direction

Responsibilities

• Hold full accountability for project delivery from inception to closeout across a portfolio of capital projects
• Manage budgets and forecasts, complete internal change approvals
• Maintain current project schedules and escalate risks as needed
• Lead procurement cycles: RFP development, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, contract administration
• Coordinate with engineering, controls, and construction teams for smooth deliverables
• Support hazard identification and safe work planning throughout project phases
• Participate in field activities: kick-offs, walk-downs, and HSE inspections
• Maintain project records across SharePoint and Oracle Projects

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Risk management

Vendor management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical cert/diploma

Tools

SharePoint

Oracle Projects

PM software

Job description

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager to join a high-performing Program Management team supporting the planning and execution of multiple large-scale electrical utility capital projects across Alberta. This is a 1-year contract with strong potential for renewal, embedded within a major utility infrastructure environment.

If you're a disciplined PM who thrives on complexity, owns their projects end-to-end, and brings genuine safety leadership this role is worth your attention.

What You'll Be Doing

You will carry full accountability for project delivery from inception through to closeout across a portfolio of capital projects varying in size and complexity. That means:

• Managing project budgets and forecasts, completing internal change approvals on time
• Maintaining current project schedules and proactively escalating scope or timeline risks
• Leading RFP development, tendering, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and ongoing contract administration for goods and services procurement
• Liaising with engineering, project controls, and construction teams to keep deliverables flowing efficiently between groups
• Supporting hazard identification and safe work planning at every project phase
• Participating in field activities including project kick-offs, walk-downs, and HSE inspections during construction
• Maintaining project records across systems including SharePoint and Oracle Projects

What You Bring

• 5–7 years of project management experience in a construction or capital project environment
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a relevant technical certificate/diploma with 10+ years of applicable experience
• Strong understanding of PMBOK processes; PMP designation is highly desirable
• Experience leading full procurement cycles - RFP development, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract administration
• Experience in the utility sector on substation or transmission projects is a major asset
• Strong safety mindset, clear communicator, and comfortable operating with limited direction

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.