Project Manager, Asset

Highlights of the job

Looking to lead impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects that shape communities across Western Canada? Join EPCOR as a **Project Manager, Asset & Capital** **[Full-time Permanent position]**to drive the planning and execution of critical capital projects across **Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia**.

As a Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of water infrastructure and lead the development of capital plans and oversee the execution of construction projects - ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll also collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver sustainable, community-focused solutions, and contribute to the long-term sustainability of essential services.

This role offers the opportunity to lead cross-functional initiatives and work closely with EPCOR’s Asset Management Office to build risk-based frameworks that prioritize capital investments for both short
- and long-term planning.

This position can operate from either our **Calgary, Alberta or Regina, Saskatchewan** office locations and may be eligible to participate in _EPCOR’s _**_Where We Work_**_ _hybrid program depending on business needs and upon meeting the eligibility requirements.

What you’d be responsible for

As part of the Asset & Capital team, you’ll work closely with project managers and senior leadership to deliver impactful capital projects. Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Collaborating with Site Managers, Maintenance Manager and lead-hands to prepare short and long-term capital plans and annual asset management by:

- identifying capital projects based on risk-based asset management frameworks.
- preparing the best possible project scopes and project estimates within the constraints of available municipal funding.
- providing submissions to EPCOR’s municipal customers and EPCOR management; and defending the proposed scope and budgets
- presenting business cases to the municipalities.
- supporting the Asset Management Office in the development of asset management plans.
- Developing, implementing and reviewing Project and Asset Management processes to ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Leading the delivery of large municipal capital projects from concept to commissioning.
- Liaising with the municipalities and internal departments to ensure all appropriate performance metrics are met or exceeded.
- Executing the approved program of projects including project managing design, procurement, construction, commissioning, billing, reporting, and closure to meet or exceed scope, budget, schedule, and safety objectives.
- Tracking and coordinating Asset Management Planning activities and facilitating asset risk or criticality assessments.
- Overseeing the activities of contractors and consultants for construction projects to ensure safety, quality, cost and schedule adherence.
- Fostering strong and collaborative working relationships with site operators, field teams, external clients, and contractors to support the implementation of projects as well as ensure alignment between engineering and operations.

**Important Note**:This role is ideal for professionals with a **strong background in water and wastewater infrastructure projects** who are passionate about building sustainable systems and strong community relationships

What’s required to be successful
- ** Post-Secondary degree** in Civil, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering is required (P. Eng preferred).
- Masters in Business Administration (MBA) is considered an asset.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Certifications will be considered an asset.
- Experience that includes:

- **5**+ years of water/wastewater** or industrial-related project management experience is required.
- Strong working knowledge of **Water and Wastewater processes**.
- Demonstrated understanding of engineering design, environmental impact and construction processes.
- Strong understanding of industrial and regulatory permitting requirements.
- Excellent project management skills encompassing engineering, procurement and construction management.
- A thorough understanding of project control principles for managing budget and change management process is desired.
- Must have a valid Canadian Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operator's License
- A clean driving record. with 6 or fewer demerits.
- Ability to qualify for and maintain a valid EPCOR driver's permit.
- A 5-year Commercial Drivers Abstract may be required at the time of hire.
- We are not accepting drivers with a GDL license.

Other important facts about this job

**Jurisdiction**: PROF

**Hours of work**: 80 hours biweekly

**Travel**: This role offers the opportunity for occasional travel, up to 20% of the time, to EPCOR facilities across **Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia**. These site visits offer