Senior Project Manager

Brunel; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel in Edmonton seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead multi-site capital projects ($6–7M+), driving efficiency and technical excellence in food production environments. You will manage budgets, coordinate with vendors, and ensure regulatory compliance while guiding cross-functional teams across facilities.

Significant travel (25%) may be required between Calgary and Edmonton. The role emphasizes strong project management, cost control, and engineering leadership, with a preference for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Mechanical, Chemical, Food Process preferred).
• Master’s degree preferred but not mandatory.
• P.Eng designation is considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 6 years of experience managing projects valued at $6–7 million or more.
• Experience in food & beverage or pulp and paper environments preferred.
• Background in engineering consulting is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel 25%, including Calgary to Edmonton if based outside the city.
• Strong project management, cost control, and technical troubleshooting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle delivery of large-scale capital projects from design through commissioning.
• Manage multi-million-dollar budgets, cost tracking and vendor negotiations for high-value returns.
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for plant equipment and services.
• Work with regulatory authorities to secure permits and approvals for projects.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional teams on best-in-class solutions.
• Collaborate with Plant Managers and stakeholders to implement process technologies across facilities.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Vendor negotiations

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

P.Eng designation asset

Job description

Edmonton, AB (On-site OR Calgary-based candidates open to travel)

Introduction

Our client, a leader in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a proven track record of managing capital projects valued at $6–7 million or more. This role plays a critical part in driving operational efficiency, managing complex capital investments, and delivering technical expertise to optimize plant performance. The position offers the opportunity to work across multiple manufacturing sites with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in food production systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle delivery of large-scale capital projects, from design through to commissioning.
• Manage multi-million-dollar budgets, cost tracking, and vendor negotiations to ensure high-value returns.
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for equipment and services within the plant.
• Work with regulatory authorities to secure project-related permits and approvals.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to implement best-in-class solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Plant Managers and stakeholders to implement process technologies and efficiency upgrades across manufacturing facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Mechanical, Chemical, Food Process preferred).
• Master’s degree in Engineering is preferred but not mandatory.
• P.Eng designation is considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 6 years of experience managing projects valued at $6–7 million or more, preferably in a food & beverage or pulp and paper environment.
• Background in engineering consulting is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel (25%), including from Calgary to Edmonton, if based outside the city.
• Strong project management, cost control, and technical troubleshooting capabilities.

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