Project Manager

**Branch**: Gas

**Affiliation**: Management & Exempt

**Employment Status**: Full-Time Regular

**Workplace Flexibility**: No

**Posting End Date**: Open until filled

We’re a Canadian-owned and BC-based energy company taking steps toward a lower-carbon energy future by providing renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to more than 1.2 million customers.

We’re looking for new talent to join us as we transform BC’s energy future. Our diverse team of more than 2,600 employees is committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong and grow. Join us and let’s work together for a better BC. Position Overview
Do you enjoy working with multiple teams to bring projects to completion from beginning to end? Are you a problem-solver with superb organizational skills?
As our Project Manager, you will build and lead project teams to plan and execute projects from conception through to completion. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will work with internal and external resources to manage budgets and deadlines and achieve project objectives while challenging business practices to improve processes. In this role, you will:
Utilize project management expertise to develop, implement, and manage projects
Work within budgets and deadlines to deliver projects on time
Identify and communicate project status and changes to your stakeholders
Co-ordinate and assign resources to meet project objectives
Develop schedules, cost estimates, project execution plans, and risk management strategies
Manage land acquisition, permit requirements, materials procurement, fabrication, site construction, contract administration, stakeholder communications, and customer satisfaction
Complete project closeout requirements
Challenge the status quo and look for better ways to improve processes In year 1, you will:
Acquire a solid understanding of the Company’s internal processes, standards, policies, and project management procedures
Put your expertise and knowledge to work on projects
Champion and promote the importance of safety
Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

**Schedule and organize resources In year 2, you will**:
Build on your knowledge gained during the project cycle
Manage multiple projects, increasing in complexity
Build and manage highly effective teams
Continue to build and leverage relationships with stakeholders
Identify and champion continuous improvements in how the Project Management Office does business What it takes:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline from a recognized program plus 4-7 years’ project management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) designation desired - willingness and ability to obtain designation required.
Knowledge of project management principles and methodology
Knowledge of contract processes and contract management
Knowledge of natural gas transmission and distribution utility systems
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and execute work on time and on budget
Demonstrated ability to communicate project requirements and details to a variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and demanding work schedules
Demonstrated computer/MS Office/MS Project proficiency
Willingness to travel, be in the field and support construction crews
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.