Project Manager - Pulp and Paper

Wood Group; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Project Manager for its Projects West Bio Products team in Grande Prairie, AB. This role is critical for overseeing the delivery of capital projects in pulp and paper, ensuring adherence to budget and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over five years of project management experience and strong capabilities in stakeholder communication and risk management, reinforcing the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in pulp and paper projects.
• Proficiency in engineering application and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-budget project delivery.
• Manage distributed project teams.
• Meet with clients to manage expectations.
• Develop and execute project plans that meet client needs.
• Identify and manage project risks.

Skills

Project Management experience in pulp and paper projects

Strong communication skills

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Project Management background

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is looking to add a Project Manager to the Projects West Bio Products team in Grande Prairie, AB.

This position provides project management for Bio Products projects, with responsibility for successful project delivery through the full project life cycle, from concept studies through to construction and commissioning, of small to large-scale capital projects.

Our clients and Projects

Designing the future, Transforming the world.

The Wood Bio Products business provides our team with challenging projects in the Pulp & Paper, Renewable Energy, Solid Wood, Seed Oils and related sectors. As a Wood project manager you will be interfacing regularly with Bio Products clients, to ensure that our project delivery consistently exceeds client expectations.

The Role

The Project Manager will be responsible for overall project delivery in terms of cost, schedule, technical conformance, HSSEA (Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Assurance), quality, and compliance with both company procedures and regulatory requirements. We provide professionals with development opportunities, and with access to some of the most advanced tools globally, you will be equipped to perform at your peak.

What we can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across pulp and paper.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional developmentthrough development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities

Typical Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, environmentally responsible, timely, and on-budget project delivery.
• Manage distributed project teams to achieve cost-effective, efficient, safe, and timely completion of asset replacement or new capital/system improvement projects.
• Meet with clients to manage their expectations effectively.
• Ensure regular and transparent communication with all stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
• Develop and execute project plans, designs, and studies that meet client needs and comply with all applicable regulations.
• Oversee the development of project budgets, schedules, and reports.
• Identify and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Adhere to change management strategies to manage and adapt to changes in project scope, timelines, and resources.
• Maintain communication channels with clients, stakeholders, and internal personnel to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Provide status reports to project sponsors regarding overall project progress and performance.
• Proactively manage scope changes and resolve complex issues with clients and internal teams.
• Support the growth and development of the project management function by continuously improving project delivery systems and procedures.
• Mentor junior project managers, technical staff, and project services support.
• Provide technical stewardship related to project execution.
• Apply project management best practices across several key industrial verticals.
• Collaborate with remote offices and client operational locations.
• Undertake short-term site assignments to work closely with clients on project development and execution.

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Project Management background with a minimum of five years' experience in pulp and paper projects
• Must possess a high degree of originality, skill, and proficiency in the various broad phases of engineering application and knowledge of quality management
• Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood now or in the future is required

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 20926
• Job Category Project Management
• Posting Date 06/26/2025, 02:15 PM
• Job Schedule Full time