Project Management Manager

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Project Management Manager will deliver management and direction for the Project Management Teams. The teams are accountable for managing and monitoring the project lifecycle to ensure projects are executed within their scope, schedule, budget, quality level, and targeted benefit realization - the project lifecycle includes, from the requirement phase through project retirement.

Supervision

Project Managers

Essential Responsibilities

• Strong, active leadership in a matrix environment to promote best practices in managing interrelated projects and programs to ensure successful delivery. Ensure the department has the correct toolsets and processes in place and that all relevant staff are trained and equipped to deliver successfully
• Provide performance feedback and goal setting; conducts annual performance assessments and skill development and training
• Ensures a clear and consistent approach is followed and is aligned with corporate objectives
• Resolve significant order related issues with a focus on customer service, commercial and 
• contractual obligations
• Acts as primary communication linkage between business and customers regarding contracts and project’s progress
• Attend/Chair meetings as required to resolve issues and provide status updates
• Contribute to organizational business and budget planning process
• Proactively engage with Directors and Senior Managers to identify opportunities for business improvements
• Stakeholder management, build relationships with internal and external individuals for positive project engagement
• Liaise closely with business partners (Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, purchasing teams to ensure accurate & robust budget monitoring against project plans
• Track and monitor benefits realization against planned targets
• Member of the Corporate International Project Management Council
• Attend local professional associations

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA Degree with a minimum of ten years relevant, progressive work experience; or BS/BA 
• Degree with MBA, MS plus eight years minimum relevant work experience 
• Be a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or have a management level certification from the Association of Project Management (APM) 
• Previous Project Management experience with P/L responsibilities desirable 
• Previous Project Management managerial or supervisory experience desirable 
• Experience in a customer manufacturing or complexity business environment preferred
• Previous experience utilizing Projects related software (i.e. - Primavera, Microsoft Projects, Excel and Oracle) with the ability to learn new software programs 

Work Authorization: This is a permanent position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of hire. Immigration sponsorship is not typically available and will be considered only where supported by business needs and applicable legal requirements.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Ability to coach and develop direct reports 
• Expected Competencies to include:

1. Business Acumen (Business Strategy, Contract Management)
2. Leadership (Inclusiveness, Critical Thinking)
3. Technical Project Management (Professional Execution within a formal framework)
4. Demonstrated ability to lead and influence a matrix-organized team through the lifecycle of a project
5. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders
6. Detail-oriented and results-driven.
7. Demonstrated ability to make good decisions based on limited information
8. Established ability to negotiate with and influence customers, subcontractors and other 
9. key stakeholders
10. Strong focus on customer satisfaction
11. Technically astute

Working Conditions

• Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.
• This position may travel out-of-town to attend training and meetings.
• Typical office environment: may experience minor discomfort from extensive use of a computer display and keyboard; travel between buildings on campus and between campuses.

Physical Requirements 

• Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.