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Electrical Engineering Project Manager

  • Calgary, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Original job description

The Electrical Engineering Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading the delivery of projects for clients – including project scope, cost, quality, and schedule through to the completion of the project. The PM works closely with the Project team, and will manage project risks, ensure project safety, and maintain a positive relationship with clients.

A successful PM works effectively as a team leader and adapts to various situations quickly while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. They possess strong troubleshooting abilities and formulate / coordinate comprehensive strategies for resolving technical and project challenges.

This is an in-office role in Calgary, Alberta. Applicants must reside in the Calgary area.

Areas of Accountability

The Electrical Project Manager will be responsible for Project delivery and execution:

  • Manage the full Project lifecycle from initiation to closeout.
  • Support estimate development including discipline-specific input into the estimate.
  • Lead Project planning, design and execution activities, schedules, budgets, and resources.
  • Assemble the Project team (design, procurement, HSS&E, Project Controls, quality management).
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, contractors, and team members, and provide regular Project status updates to stakeholders.
  • Monitor and report on Project progress, identifying and resolving issues and risks as they arise.
  • Manage Project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and project reports.
  • Coordinate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure Project success.
  • May provide technical guidance to Designers and Senior Engineers.
  • Share lessons learned, risks, and opportunities with other team members.
  • Make decisions and recommendations within established guidelines, procedures, or policies.
  • Manage the turn-over of deliverables and Project closeout activities.
  • Ensure that comprehensive environmental and safety standards are in place and being followed.
  • Active participation in discipline specific HAZOP/HAZID/3D Model Reviews.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ideal, though other engineering disciplines may be considered if there is sufficient relevant work experience).
  • Certifications: Alberta registration as P.Eng. is preferred; PMP certification is an asset.
  • Experience: Minimum of 4 years in engineering, project engineering or project management, with a strong focus on managing multiple, concurrent projects ranging in scope from $1M-$50M TIC or $50,000 - $500,000 in engineering services.
  • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial/facilities engineering: process systems, piping, equipment installation, power distribution, PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, commissioning practices, and construction methodologies is preferred.
  • Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of mechanical or EIC engineering principles, including design and construction processes.
  • Project Management Skills: Ability to manage 10-15 small projects at a time, with effective prioritization and organizational skills.
  • Site Travel: Availability for site visits across Canada and the USA, typically 1-2 times per quarter.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong command of English, both written and verbal.
  • Attention to Detail: Highly organized, with strong problem-solving, analytical, and attention-to-detail capabilities.

What Catch Offers

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including HealthCare Spending Account, RRSP or TFSA matching, cell phone allowance, and 10 statutory holidays.
  • Hybrid work flexibility, balancing in-office collaboration with remote work options.
  • A pet-friendly office - friendly, well-trained dogs are welcome.
  • An annual training and development budget provided for each department to encourage ongoing learning.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, supported through training, mentorship, and career advancement pathways.
  • A collaborative work environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
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Responsibilities

Lead projects from initiation through closeout, managing scope, budgets, schedules, resources, quality, safety, risks, and project documentation. Coordinate project teams and stakeholders, maintain client relationships, report progress, resolve challenges, and oversee deliverable handover.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is ideal, though another engineering discipline may be considered with sufficient relevant experience; Alberta P.Eng. registration is preferred and PMP certification is an asset. Candidates should have at least four years of relevant experience, industrial or facilities engineering knowledge, the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, strong communication and organizational skills, and availability for periodic site travel across Canada and the USA.

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Project Delivery
  • Project Planning
  • Budget Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Risk Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Troubleshooting
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Project Controls
  • Safety Management
  • Quality Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Prioritization

Benefits

  • Health Care Spending Account
  • RRSP or TFSA Matching
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • 10 Statutory Holidays
  • Hybrid Work Flexibility
  • Annual Training and Development Budget
  • Professional Growth and Development
  • Mentorship
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Pet-Friendly Office

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Categories

  • Engineering
  • Management & Leadership
  • Construction
  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Project Lifecycle
  • Project Delivery
  • Project Planning
  • Project Execution
  • Scope Management
  • Cost Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Risk Management
  • Quality Management
  • Health, Safety, Security and Environment
  • P.Eng.
  • PMP
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Facilities Engineering
  • Process Systems
  • Piping
  • Equipment Installation
  • Power Distribution
  • PLC
  • DCS
  • SCADA
  • Commissioning
  • Construction Methodologies
  • HAZOP
  • HAZID
  • 3D Model Reviews
  • Project Controls
  • Change Orders

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