Come Grow with Us!
Since 1949, Midwest has served Western Canada as a trusted, employee-owned partner in geomatics. We have successfully expanded into a multidisciplinary firm, with a proven track record of delivering specialized midstream engineering projects across the region. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology-driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.
We are looking for a Project Manager to support our Engineering and Major Pipeline Projects team from our Calgary or Edmonton locations.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Major Pipeline Projects Manager, the Project Manager oversees major midstream engineering projects including project scope,, resource allocation, project costs and client service contact. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Respond to client requests for midstream engineering, mechanical, pipeline, and multidisciplinary construction support services, maintaining strong client relationships and identifying upcoming project opportunities.
- Prepare engineering bids, proposals, specification scopes, cost estimate spreadsheets, and project authorizations, establishing clear project requirements, project scopes, timelines, job expectations, and resource requirements.
- Select appropriate staff, procure and coordinate resources, and delegate work assignments to the internal engineering, design, drafting, GIS, and geomatics team, distributing complete project job packages.
- Perform comprehensive midstream technical reviews and QA/QC checks from conceptual design through construction completion, including isometric plans, site plans, valve assembly plans, demolition drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), hydrostatic test plans and reports, and design basis memorandums (DBMs).
- Provide technical review and oversight across specialized facility and pipeline scopes, including meter and regulator stations, liquid pipeline and pump stations, launcher/receiver assemblies, pipeline alignment sheets, crossings (HDD, bore, open cut), site grading, and piping stress analysis (AutoPIPE) packages.
- Ensure all engineering deliverables, calculations, and design packages strictly adhere to Midwest's Quality Management System (QMS), Professional Practice Management Plan (PPMP), and applicable codes and regulations (CSA Z662, CSA Z245, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, OPR, and AER).
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, daily project track sheets, and revision control to ensure accurate, timely presentation and delivery of engineering packages, technical reports, and notes.
- Provide progress invoices and/or final invoices with complete invoice justification and cost reporting to clients.
- Liaise closely with client representatives and internal project, construction, mechanical, land, and environment management throughout the project lifecycle to resolve technical, land, or regulatory issues.
- Lead and attend client and internal project meetings, including reviewing daily scopes of work, HSE safety requirements, project status, and technical initiatives.
- Provide technical direction, mentorship, and project management development to Engineers-in-Training (EITs), Project Engineers, Drafting, GIS, and Geomatics staff, while continuously looking for new ideas to streamline workflows and calculation templates.
- Attend field sites or client facilities as necessary to support site walkdowns and construction activities, monitor progress and performance, and arrange site orientations and safe work permits.
What You Offer
- Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, or Pipeline Engineering/Technology from a recognized university or technical school or equivalent experience.
- Registration as a P.Eng., P.L.(Eng.), C.E.T., or PMP is considered an asset.
- 5+ years of experience as an Engineering Project Manager, Project Engineer, or in a related role supporting major midstream pipeline and facility projects.
- Strong working knowledge of midstream technical reviews and deliverables, including isometric plans, site and valve assembly plans, demolition drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), hydrostatic test plans and reports, and design basis memorandums (DBMs).
- Familiarity with meter and regulator station design, liquid pipeline and pump station design, pipeline crossings, and piping stress engineering (AutoPIPE) is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of CSA Z662 and CSA Z245, with working knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, OPR, and AER compliance requirements.
- Experience managing or supervising multidisciplinary technical people.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and working familiarity with AutoCAD and engineering design review tools.
Key Competencies And Behavioral Attributes
- Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization, including client presentations, technical reports, and external communications.
- Good understanding of operational business fundamentals, project controls, and multidisciplinary midstream engineering workflows.
- Displays a professional image (appearance and behavior) at all times, both in the office and when representing Midwest Surveys Inc.
- Proven ability to motivate and engage other team members over the duration of the project to achieve continuous superior customer service and timely delivery of Midwest products.
- As a collaborative team player, able to identify skill levels within the team, address training requirements for professional development, and appropriately delegate work assignments.
- Demonstrates strong organizational skills, high attention to detail in technical reviews, and a clear understanding of professional engineering legislation, regulations, practice standards, and manuals.
What We Offer
- Employer-paid benefits package includes a flexible health spending account, extended health coverage, prescription coverage, emergency travel, life insurance, wellness fund, personal/sick days, and Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Education Assistance Program supports a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Generous vacation policy.
- Employee recognition program.
- Ample free parking with convenient access to city transportation.
- On-site fitness centre.
- Compassionate employer who welcomes you to bring your whole self to work.
- Outstanding work environment that focuses on teamwork and collaboration.
If you are looking to further your career and think we are the right organization for you, we want to hear from you! For more information about Midwest careers and services, visit our website at www.midwest.ca.
We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.