Senior Project Manager

Irving Energy US; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plan

Parking allowance

Flexible Benefits Plan

Paid Vacation

Wellness allowance

Volunteer/day donation matching

Job summary

Irving Oil in East Saint John is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large capital projects from concept to closeout, coordinating engineering, operations, procurement and construction teams while guiding governance reviews.

The role emphasizes FEL planning, stage-gated delivery, risk management and delivering safe, cost-efficient solutions with strong stakeholder engagement; requires a Bachelor's or equivalent and 10+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience managing capital projects in industrial/energy environments.
• Experience with FEL, stage-gated project delivery, or similar governance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects through all phases from concept to closeout.
• Guide projects through FEL planning and business case development.
• Coordinate brownfield projects within operating facilities.
• Manage safety, cost, schedule, quality, scope and risk across projects.

Skills

Strategic project leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Project controls

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Technical diploma / industrial trade cert

Job description

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of complex capital projects that support Irving Oil's business priorities and future growth within a stage-gated project delivery framework. Your goal will be to define, develop, and execute projects from concept through completion by aligning stakeholders, evaluating project opportunities, leading integrated project teams, and managing project risks to deliver safe, cost-effective solutions. Your success will be demonstrated through strong project execution, effective stakeholder collaboration, sound investment recommendations, and the successful delivery of project objectives throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.

What We Offer:

• Work Environment - Work onsite at our East Saint John location with access to our fitness facility
• Competitive Compensation - Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
• Flexible Benefits Plan - In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid Vacation - Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
• Wellness Support - With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community - Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities and a donation matching program

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead capital projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, from concept development to implementation and closeout
• Lead project development activities, including project definition, option evaluation, FEL planning, and business case development
• Guide projects through a stage-gated project delivery process and key investment approval decisions
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and execution strategies
• Lead multidisciplinary teams consisting of engineering, operations, procurement, construction, and contractor resources
• Coordinate the execution of brownfield projects within operating facilities
• Manage project safety, cost, schedule, quality, scope, and risk
• Facilitate project governance reviews and communicate project status to stakeholders and leadership
• Identify and address project risks, issues, and constraints
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery practices and processes

Your Skills:

• Strong project management, planning, and leadership skills
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence key stakeholders
• Financial acumen with experience managing project budgets and supporting investment decisions
• Strong understanding of capital project development and execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering results
• Resilience, adaptability, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Proficiency with project management tools and software to support planning, execution, reporting, and project controls

Your Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, technical diploma, industrial trade certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience managing capital projects in industrial, energy, refinery, terminal, manufacturing, construction, or related environments
• Experience with Front-End Loading (FEL), stage-gated project delivery, or similar project governance processes
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing complex stakeholder relationships
• Experience executing brownfield projects within operating facilities
• PMP, Six Sigma, or other project management certifications are considered assets

The expected annual salary range for this position is $95,207 - $148,524. Placement within range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that's created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.