Project Manager I

Kleinfelder; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration! As a Project Manager I, you will lead multidisciplinary projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and quality standards. With a commitment to professional development and a strong culture of inclusivity, this role offers you the chance to grow your career while making a significant impact in the oil and gas industry. Enjoy a flexible work schedule, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career advancement. If you are passionate about project management and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness days

Paid holidays

Modern office facilities

Free parking

RRSP plan

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry.
• Registration with APEGA is a must.
• PMP Certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project scope, budget, schedule, and quality are achieved.
• Lead client discussions and provide guidance to project teams.
• Execute small to medium sized multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Teams

Job description

Job Description

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives - from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Manager of Project Services, the Project Manager I will be responsible for the strategic decision making and development of the Project Services team. This individual will collaborate with other discipline leads and stakeholders to ensure that project scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety, and contractual requirements are achieved.

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Structural Engineering.
2. Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry; previous EPCM experience is a must.
3. 2+ years of multi-disciplinary project management experience.
4. Registration with APEGA is a must.
5. Registration as a PE in the USA is an asset.
6. PMP Certification is an asset.
7. Experience in managing multiple clients and projects at the same time.
8. Experience with drafting proposals is an asset.
9. Experience in effective and efficient Project Management procedures including risk and change management with clients.
10. Proficiency in MS Office programs including MS Teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Follows all Kleinfelder policies and procedures.
2. Effectively uses Kleinfelder workflows and processes to secure project resources, complete proposals, kick-off projects, maintain project records, monitor project financials, bill clients, collect fees, and perform close-outs and lessons learned.
3. Contribute to Project Management team processes and procedures to ensure continuous improvement in project delivery.
4. Execute small to medium sized multidisciplinary projects varying in scope and complexity with little supervision.
5. Ensure efficient and cost-effective execution by adhering to budget and schedule constraints.
6. Partner with discipline leads and other stakeholders as required to ensure efficient project execution.
7. Lead client discussions as meeting chair with respect to assigned proposals and projects.
8. Provide clear communication and guidance to members of the engineering project team including designers, engineers, and technicians.
9. Champion and assist in development of project deliverables including work scopes, design basis documents, cost estimates, schedules, and other project related documents.
10. Participate in the review and quality checking procedures for delivery of engineering drawings and engineering work packages.
11. Report engineering and project progress against planned project budget and schedule.
12. Completion of other relevant duties as required.

Business Development

1. Realize and seize opportunity for proposals/additional work; collaborate with business development team to grow the business.
2. Partner with stakeholders in proposal writing and estimating.
3. Presentations and visits to client locations may be required.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

1. Excellent communication, leadership, problem solving and mentorship skills.
2. Strong organizational and time management skills.
3. Emphasis on delivering high quality work, while demonstrating safe work practices and providing excellent client service.
4. High attention to detail and knowledge of financial metrics.

POSITION CONDITIONS

1. Job is performed in an office or remote environment; occasional travel may be required to client facilities.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Work schedule: Work-life balance with flexible Mon – Fri work week schedule options.

Office: Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit.

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Membership fees paid.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

*We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the number of applicants, only those moving to the next step in our recruitment process will be contacted.