Project Manager

Overview

A full-time temporary opportunity (up to 12 months) is available for a Project Manager to support capital infrastructure projects at a wastewater treatment facility in Edmonton, Alberta. This role involves managing multiple complex projects (typically under $5 million), ensuring effective planning, execution, and transition to operations.

The Project Manager is responsible for applying engineering and project management principles, along with strong leadership and communication skills, to coordinate technical teams and stakeholders and ensure successful delivery of project objectives.

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 3-5 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.
  

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