Project Manager, Major Projects

Working Energy; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager for Major Projects, based in Calgary. This role involves leading a team, ensuring safety, and managing project timelines and budgets effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical or Instrumentation, with over five years of experience in project management within the Oil and Gas sector. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and excellence, offering mentorship and opportunities for growth. Join this forward-thinking company and contribute to impactful projects in the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits and RRSP-matching program

Generous vacation and flex days

On-the-job training

Mentorship from industry-leading professionals

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid journeyman certificate in Electrical or Instrumentation.
• 5+ years of experience in Project and Construction Management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentoring for a safety-focused culture.
• Review bid packages and contracts for project specifications.
• Generate weekly cost and manpower reports for projects.

Skills

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Intermediate Computer Skills

Leadership for Safety Excellence

Education

Journeyman Certificate in Electrical or Instrumentation

5+ years in Project and Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

We are looking to hire aProject Manager, Major Projects based out of one of our branches in the following locations: Calgary, Edmonton, Grande Prairie and/or Fort St. John.

This role provides leadership, mentorship, and promotes a safety-focused culture. The Project Manager delivers client progress meetings and weekly project reports to the Senior Leadership team while ensuring client commitments are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing leadership and mentoring around building a strong, safety focused culture to all levels of stakeholders.
• Reviewing bid packages, RFIs, drawings, changes, and contracts to ensure projects meet client specifications, budget, and timelines.
• Working with the People & Culture team to ensure hiring and training is aligned with workforce planning.
• Set-up of all progress trackers for each project that is assigned in collaboration with Major Projects Construction Management Team.
• Presenting progress reports to clients and Senior Leadership, focused on timeline and budget adherence.
• Attend regular on-site progress meetings with clients and corporate office meetings.
• Reviewing IFC documents with estimators to find scope changes from original IFB drawings.
• Collaborate with the Major Projects CMT to create delta change orders for client presentation.
• Estimating and preparing change management documents for clients.
• Generating weekly cost/manpower reports for all assigned projects.
• Monitoring costs and forecasting for each project on a weekly basis.
• Reviewing QA/QC turnovers during and at the end of the project to ensure the client receives quality package.
• Managing manpower for all assigned construction projects.
• Making sure that the project supervisors have all the templates required to complete the job before the job starts (prints, bid package, trackers, etc.).
• Collaborating with the CDN Invoicing Administrator to ensure timely and accurate progressive billing.
• Conducting regular site inspections to document quality and safety of the physical work.
• Coordinating with the purchasing team to ensure proper bid documentation and quotes before placing orders.
• Partnering with the estimating team to perform bid reviews and close-outs as needed.
• Collaborating with the CDN Major Projects Projects Controls team to enhance project tools, workspaces, and initiatives.
• Updating the manpower schedule.
• Assisting with third-party services, rentals, and POs for projects.
• Complete assigned and ongoing training as required.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must hold a valid journeyman certificate in Electrical or Instrumentation.
• 5 years+ Project and construction management experience including leading successful E&I construction projects, preferable within the Oil and Gas industry.
• Must prioritize teamwork and collaborate effectively in group settings.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• MS Project or Primavera scheduling experience is an asset.
• Good understanding of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Clean Drivers Abstract.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• H2S Alive/First Aid Level C - CPR & AED/CSTS/CSO.
• Leadership for Safety Excellence.

Our employment benefits include:

• Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
• On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
• Generous vacation and flex days.
• Opportunities for advancement.

At CDN, our employees are united by our five core values:

• Win as a team.
• Are committed to excellence.
• Take care of everything.
• Act with honesty, loyalty and respect.
• Hire talented people, driven to grow.

Apply today at www.cdncontrols.ca/careers

While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.