Project Manager IV

NES Fircroft; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Project Manager IV in Calgary or Edmonton. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in project management, focusing on API 653 tank maintenance among other responsibilities. This role involves planning and executing integrity-driven maintenance projects within a dynamic team.

Key responsibilities include project planning, managing supply chains, and ensuring safety and quality across operations. Collaboration with various teams and external vendors is crucial for success.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in project management, engineering, or field operations.
• Strong ownership mindset and self-motivation.
• Proven ability to anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute projects across multiple programs including API 653 maintenance.
• Ensure effective project planning, reporting, and controls.
• Promote a strong safety culture with a goal of zero incidents.

Skills

Project management experience

API 653 tank maintenance

Communication skills

Risk management

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title

Project Manager IV

Location

Calgary or Edmonton, AB

Length

1 Year (with potential extension)

Rotation

3 days in office (Mon/Tues/Thurs) and 2 days remote (Wed/Friday)

Role Summary

The Facilities & Storage Programs (FASP) team is responsible for planning and executing multiple integrity‑driven maintenance projects across the company's Liquids Pipeline system.

The Project Manager (PM) leads and executes projects across key programs including API 653 Internal Inspection & Refurbishment, Small Tanks & Pressure Vessels, and CSA Z341 Oil Storage Maintenance.

The API 653 Internal Inspection & Refurbishment program represents the largest scope of work; experience in API 653 tank maintenance is considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Reporting

• Confirm scope with project sponsor (Facilities Integrity) and coordinate change approvals
• Develop cost estimates for budgeting, approvals, scope changes, and opportunities
• Collaborate with FASP team and internal stakeholders to prepare weekly and monthly reports

Project Controls

• Partner with Field Cost Analysts and Project Controls Analyst to:
• Track project performance and update spend profiles
• Facilitate change orders and approve invoices
• Analyze schedule and cost risks
• Ensure work orders and purchase orders are tracked and closed
• Coordinate financial close-out activities

Supply Chain Management

• Ensure Supply Chain support through contract preparation and award
• Develop, issue, and evaluate RFPs; negotiate and finalize contract terms
• Initiate material requisitions, review quotes, and support negotiations
• Approve purchase orders and manage change requests
• Work closely with Project Engineer to:
• Confirm material requirements
• Manage internal and external resources including engineering consultants and contractors
• Coordinate outage planning, pre-construction work, progress updates, and deliverables

Field Execution

• Partner with Construction Coordinator to:
• Develop and execute daily and weekly plans
• Create outage and scheduling plans
• Track progress against cost and schedule
• Review inspection reports and adjust construction activities as needed
• Communicate performance updates to stakeholders
• Apply lessons learned and evaluate new technologies

Project Quality

• Ensure contractor quality plans are approved and adhered to
• Track and resolve quality issues

Project Safety

• Promote a strong safety culture with a goal of zero incidents
• Ensure contractor safety plans are approved prior to execution
• Monitor contractor compliance and address deficiencies immediately

Key Relationships

• Collaborate with Project Engineer, Construction Coordinator, Project Controls, Safety, and Quality teams
• Interface with internal stakeholders including project sponsors, Operations, and Environment
• Manage external vendors, consultants, and contractors to deliver on scope, cost, and schedule

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in project management, engineering, or field operations
• API 653 tank maintenance experience considered an asset
• Strong ownership mindset and self-motivation
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced team environment
• Excellent communication across in‑person and remote platforms
• Proven ability to anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Experience in Engineering, Construction, and Field Operations
• Valid driver’s license

Working Conditions

• Office-based with required field visits
• Travel to operating facilities, construction sites, and manufacturer locations (up to 25%)