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Project Manager
Actalent
AB · Edmonton, AB
- $58 to $69 CAD / hour
- Contract
5+ years of project management experience within industrial, manufacturing, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or related technical environments.
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Project Manager Sr
Insight
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
PMP certification is required within 6 months of placement in PM role
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Operations Project Manager
OssKin
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
A degree in project management, engineering, commerce, accounting, or a related field
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Construction general manager
WESPAC MECHANICAL LTD.
Delta, BC
- From $58 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Project Manager, Special Projects
Volker Stevin Canada
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…subcontractors. The Project Manager will also provide guidance and leadership to project and field teams, supporting effective decision-making, risk management, and adherence to contractual…
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Operations vice-president - goods production, utilities, transportation and construction
ANET Fiber Tech Inc.
Delta, BC
- From $56 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Assistant Deputy Minister - Emergency Management
Government of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Manitoba Emergency Management Organization (Manitoba EMO) serves as the provincial lead for coordinating emergency management activities across Manitoba. Manitoba EMO works with…
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Senior Project Manager, Brand Experiences
Altis
North Vancouver, BC
- $60 to $75 CAD / hour
- Contract
…collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to combine project management expertise with a passion for creating memorable experiences that connect people, communities, and…
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Project Manager - Candidate Pool
CIMA+
Calgary, AB
- $110,480 to $151,910 CAD / year
- Full-time
CIMA+’s Project Management team is at the forefront of delivering construction projects across a wide range of industries, including institutional and heritage buildings, healthcare, public…
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Project Manager - Firserv
Affinity
Victoria, BC
- Contract
…The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of project management experience within the last 7 years, preferably in the banking, payments, or credit card industry, along with a PMP…
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Project Manager
PACO Group
Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
If this vision of project management resonates with you, you might find your place with us.
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ITS Project Manager
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
Demonstrated ability to influence, stakeholder engagement, relationship building, collaboration, and change management leadership.
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Project Manager Civil
EBC Inc.
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Provide leadership and to establish and maintain effective and harmonious relationships with clients, staff, subcontractors, consultants, and workers;
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Project Manager (Building Automation)
Insight Global
Richmond, BC
- $105,000 to $115,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…collaborating with other project managers, and applying your project management expertise alongside your knowledge of building automation systems (BAS/BAU) and financials. This position…
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Project Manager/Senior Project Manager (Edmonton)
Synergy Projects Ltd.
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Travel to construction sites as needed; valid driver’s license required
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VP - Banking IT Project Manager
Vertage
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…lead complex projects spanning Banking, Payments, and Cash Management while collaborating with senior stakeholders across multiple business…
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Assistant Deputy Minister - Emergency Management
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Emergency Management Organization (Manitoba EMO) serves as the provincial lead for coordinating emergency management activities across Manitoba. Manitoba EMO works with…
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Senior Project Manager - Planning, Systems and Business Support
Canadian Red Cross
Canada
- Full-time
CRC Recovery Services is seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide dedicated leadership and oversight for a portfolio of strategic projects focused on quality, evaluation, operational…
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IT Project Manager (Infrastructure & Cybersecurity)
Akkodis
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Strong stakeholder management experience working with Directors, VPs, executive leadership teams, and steering committees
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Project Manager Civil
Hays
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
As the Project Manager, you will bring an Engineering Degree (Civil Engineering preferred), or a Construction Management Degree with Civil Construction experience; 5–10 years of…
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Project Manager – Contaminated Sites (Vancouver or Victoria, BC)
The Headhunters Recruitment
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Work alongside the leadership group and benefit from technical mentorship. This isn’t an environment where Principals come in at the last minute to read summaries and conclusions, they are…
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ITS Project Manager
SAIT
Calgary, AB
Demonstrated ability to influence, stakeholder engagement, relationship building, collaboration, and change management leadership.
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Senior Project Manager with Airline Technology
Lorven Technologies Inc.
Canada
- Contract
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.
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Project Manager
Querentia
Vancouver, BC
- Contract
…candidate will be responsible for project planning, execution, risk management, budget oversight, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery within defined scope, timelines,…
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JR./INTERMEDIATE PROJECT MANAGER AND A SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Laframboise Mechanical Electrical Ltd
Long Sault, ON
- Full-time
Project management experience with an industrial contractor who was self-performing the work (as a project manager, senior project coordinator, construction manager, etc.).

Valard Construction

Project Manager (Substation Construction)

Calgary, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 5 years of progressive project management experience in utility construction with a clear track record on substations (115 kV and above)
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 20, 2026

Original job description

Our Substation group is currently looking to add a Project Manager to our team, based in Calgary, AB.

Reporting to the Director, Substations & Renewables, we are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead the full lifecycle delivery of substation projects. This role owns safety, schedule, cost, quality, and client relationship outcomes from contract handover through commissioning and closeout. The successful candidate is a proven builder with hands-on EPC or construction-managed substation and/or renewable experience who is ready to own a project end-to-end inside a top-tier utility contractor.

Please Note: This position requires a minimum of 50% travel to active project sites across Canada.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Execution

Lead project execution from kickoff through energization and closeout for substation (up to 500 kV) and interconnection scopes
Own the project execution plan including procurement, subcontracting, construction sequencing, commissioning, and turnover
Drive site safety culture in partnership with HSE; enforce Valard, Quanta, and client safety standards with a target of zero recordable incidents
Direct site superintendents, field engineers, foremen, and subcontractors to deliver to schedule and budget

Cost, Schedule & Risk

Own project financials including forecast at completion, earned value, and monthly cost reporting
Develop and maintain the project schedule in Primavera P6; lead critical-path narrative and recovery planning as required
Identify, log, quantify, and mitigate project risks; lead change order origination, negotiation, and execution
Manage cash flow, billings, and progress claims in coordination with project controls and finance

Client & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, engineer-of-record, and key subcontractors
Coordinate interfaces with customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, Indigenous communities, landowners, and regulatory bodies as required
Lead project meetings, deliver monthly client reports, and represent Valard in executive and ownership reviews

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with Electrical Safety Code, CSA standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and client-specific specifications
Oversee QA/QC program execution, NCR resolution, and commissioning and turnover package preparation

Post-Secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management
5 years of progressive project management experience in utility construction with a clear track record on substations (115 kV and above)
an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
Demonstrated experience leading projects of $10M–$100M+ in value as the accountable Project Manager
Strong commercial acumen in contract administration, change management, and claims
Valid driver's licence and ability to travel to project sites across Canada

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) Designation
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
Previous experience with a tier-one utility contractor or EPC organization
Experience delivering AIS/GIS substations, transformer installations, protection and control scope, and high-voltage commissioning interfaces

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Responsibilities

Lead the full lifecycle delivery of substation and interconnection projects from kickoff through commissioning and closeout. Manage project safety, schedules, costs, and client relationships while directing site personnel and subcontractors.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least 5 years of progressive project management experience in utility construction. Must have a proven track record managing substation projects valued between $10M and $100M+.

Skills

Project Management
Substation Construction
EPC Management
Primavera P6
Contract Administration
Change Management
Risk Mitigation
Budgeting and Forecasting
QA/QC Program Execution
Stakeholder Management
Commissioning
High-Voltage Systems

Benefits

RRSP Matching Program
Health and Wellbeing Benefits

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Keywords

Substation
Renewables
EPC
Primavera P6
PMP
P.Eng
AIS/GIS
Electrical Safety Code
CSA Standards
High-Voltage
Project Execution Plan
Earned Value
Change Orders
Utility Construction
Interconnection

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