Project Manager- Electrical Utility

MeshGrid HR; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager for the Electrical Utility sector. This role involves managing diverse projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring successful project delivery. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, along with a proven track record in project management. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, and play a key role in impactful utility projects. If you're ready to take on challenges and lead cross-functional teams, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field is desirable.
• 5+ years of experience in project management is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedules, progress updates, and project reports.
• Coordinate project activities among clients and team members.
• Support the Project Management Team in executing projects.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management Best Practices

Leadership

Education

University Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Minimum 5 Years of Project Management Experience

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Location: British Columbia (BC)
Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 per year
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time – Direct Hire via Client
Client: Renowned Consulting Firm

Our client, a leading consulting firm, is seeking a Project Manager – Electrical Utility to join their team in BC. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to contribute to impactful projects in the utility sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage schedules, progress updates and reports
• Manage project control support, client support and corporate services
• Manage the engineering design and project administration in all projects under a given portfolio
• Provide support to the Project Management Team in the successful execution of projects
• Manage other tasks as directed by project management team
• Participate actively in project proposals and budgeting
• Organize and coordinate project team meetings
• Develop process flow charts and process optimization
• Manage individual projects
• Manage project coordinators at specific tasks
• Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget
• Manage project reports for management, clients, or others
• Compile and submit project close-outs
• Develop and organize training for new project coordinators
• Coordinate project activities among clients, contractors, suppliers, associates and team members

Qualifications & Skills

• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – thoughtful leadership with the ability to adapt style as suits the situation/individual(s)
• Track record of successful project delivery using cross functional teams and employing Project Management best practices
• Track record of managing multiple projects in parallel

Education & Experience

• A university degree in a related field, such as Engineering, Construction Management, Contract Administration, Business Administration, or other from an accredited institution is desirable
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project Management
• Experience working in utility and telecommunication industry for medium to large size organizations

Nice to Have

• PMP certification or equivalent
• Experience in a variety of different delivery methodologies and project delivery frameworks
• Strong interest to develop in a fast-growing team supporting capital projects across company