Project Manager

**VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.**

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 50 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

**OVERVIEW**

**CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS**
- Post-secondary degree in science, business, engineering, or instrumentation
- Minimum 8 years of project management experience required
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and develop rapport with clients and stakeholders, excellent communication and technical reporting skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills and networking ability with a variety of project stakeholders (field personnel, clients, technical personnel, and management)
- In-depth knowledge of provincial (AB, BC, SK) and federal greenhouse gas emissions regulations
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Self-motivated, pro-active, self-starter, with creative and critical thinking capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to manage, multiple projects and assignments with a high level of autonomy and accountability for results
- Strength in developing, managing, and adhering to client project budgets
- Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
- An unwavering commitment to our value of health and safety

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Responsible for managing Emissions Management projects, including:

- Project initiation,
- Coordination of internal project staff,
- Development of project workplans and schedules,
- Monitoring of data collection,
- QA/QC of project data, and
- Reporting of emissions data and final project deliverables to clients
- Support the Field Operations Lead in the development of field schedules and management of field personnel in order to meet project objectives
- Develop and manage project-specific budgets in alignment with each project’s unique scope and strategy, and develop of project proposals and cost estimates for new clients
- Facilitate regular communication of project status and outstanding issues to relevant internal staff, including project coordinators, other project managers, and client managers
- Plan, organize, schedule and coordinate all assigned project activities, including mobilization, demobilization, manpower requirements, scheduling of equipment, materials and facilities to ensure work is executed efficiently and effectively
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate technical and field staff
- Manage and foster key relationships with client contacts
- Implement and promote Vertex’s and our client’s safety programs
- Provide regular updates to management as it relates to project performance activities, schedules and other business conditions/issues
- Ensure all activities for an assigned project are completed within a time frame consistent with Vertex policies and procedures.
- Identify circumstances that necessitate the use of proper safety equipment; ensure field personnel are properly equipped at all times.
- Critically assess processes and provide recommendations as part of Vertex’s continuous improvement programs
- Maintain awareness of products and services available to customers
- Maintain a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to Company/Customer safety standards and practices and to legal regulations, alerting others regarding potential hazards or concern
- Perform all duties as assigned and adhere to Vertex’s Core Values

**LOCATION**
- This position will be based out of Calgary or Sherwood Park, Alberta.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**
- Compensation is commensurate with education and experience.
- A comprehensive benefit package is provided.

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply.

*_We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted*_