Project Manager Transmission & Distribution

Overview

A full-time temporary opportunity (up to 12 months) is available for a Project Manager to support Transmission and construction projects in Edmonton, Alberta.

The Project Manager is accountable for all aspects of project delivery from project inception through to close out, including: cost and schedule monitoring, organizing resources and crews, contract management, health, safety and environment(“HSE”) reporting, quality management, coordinating regulatory deliverables and records management.

Key Responsibilities

Planning

• Contribute to the development of annual project management plans aligned with operational strategies, asset management, and long-term planning requirements.
  
• Identify budget, resource, and staffing needs to deliver engineering design and construction projects safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
  
• Develop procurement strategies and coordinate with supply chain teams to execute sourcing activities, including preparing tender documents, evaluating proposals, and recommending contract awards.
  

Project Delivery

• Manage capital projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  
• Monitor project performance using key metrics and adjust plans as needed to meet targets.
  
• Select and oversee contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, legal, and procurement requirements.
  
• Incorporate environmental and safety considerations into design and construction activities, including site inspections and risk mitigation.
  
• Administer contracts, track progress, facilitate meetings, and manage project close-out processes.
  

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead multidisciplinary teams, including internal staff and external consultants and contractors.
  
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve issues, align priorities, and support project success.
  
• Maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders, providing updates on progress and responding to changes or concerns.
  
• Support team development through mentoring and performance guidance when required.
  

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  
• Identify and manage risks related to project delivery, stakeholder impact, and operational integration.
  
• Support continuous improvement of project management processes and practices.
  

Qualifications

Education

• Degree in Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution.
  
• Professional engineering designation (or working toward certification) is required.
  
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.
  

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in engineering design and construction project management.
  
• Proven experience managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
  
• Experience overseeing multiple projects and leading teams with minimal supervision.
  
• Financial and budget management experience is an asset.
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of water/wastewater treatment systems and infrastructure.
  
• Expertise in project management methodologies from planning through close-out.
  
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, cost, and quality effectively.
  
• Strong analytical, decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Proficiency with project management tools, software, and reporting systems.
  

Additional Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and track multiple projects.
  
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  
• Willingness to work in a professional environment with standard weekday hours (40 hours per week).
  
• Candidates must meet legal work requirements and successfully complete background checks if required.
  

Primus Workforce ltd. provides safety- minded, experienced, professional personnel support throughout the energy, construction and technical trades sectors to our clients' long-term and short-term personnel requirements. We are a growing and dynamic company to work with providing the key to your future success.