Project Manager, Operations – 12 Month Term
9 hours ago
The Opportunity
Project Manager, Operations - (12 Month Term Contract)
Company, Department:
Emera Newfoundland & Labrador, Operations
Location: Primary Position location Halifax, Nova Scotia OR St John's, Newfoundland & Labrador
Closing Date:
January 27, 2026
Emera Newfoundland & Labrador (ENL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Emera Inc. (EMA-TSX, EMA-NYSE), operates the Maritime Link, an integrated set of transmission assets that delivers renewable electricity from Muskrat Falls in Labrador through Newfoundland to Nova Scotia. Operational since January 2018, the Maritime Link delivers reliable, clean electricity to Nova Scotians and contributes to energy sharing and grid reliability in Atlantic Canada while also helping achieve provincial and national clean energy targets.
ENL's greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, reliability, innovation and risk management, we're committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We're hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future.
We are currently looking for a Project Manager to join our Operations team supporting asset management and planning initiatives to ensure 2026's objectives are successfully achieved. This role is for nominally 1 year with the possibility of extension.
Key elements of this role include:
- Execute end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of assigned deliverables; manage the activities, create detailed plans, organize and run effective meetings
- Responsibility for ensuring all aspects of the initiatives are addressed with quality including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, business case justification, procurement and communication
- Lead special initiatives such as the completion of studies, the development of plans and support the delivery of the compliance program
- Engage with internal and external experts to achieve objectives and consult with internal and external stakeholders where applicable to ensure initiatives are communicated and shaped with appropriate input; support associated regulatory reporting and applications, as required
- Responsibility for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations; be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environment management system processes and initiatives
What skills will make you successful?
As the ideal candidate you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and possess or are working towards the desired skills and experience listed below:
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. science, business) with 7-10 years experience in project management
- Strong knowledge and application of formal project management methodologies and demonstrated competence in delivering projects on time, on schedule and on budget
- Strong communications and stakeholder management skills'
The following are considered assets for this position:
- Previous electric utility and/or asset management experience
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Risk management experience and skills
Note: Candidates can also be based out of Emera Newfoundland & Labrador's locations (near Stephenville, NL and Sydney, NS). In that case regular travel to principal locations would be required.
The perks of joining our team? We offer:
Health & Wellbeing:
A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre at Emera Place, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
Grow Your Career:
Opportunities to advance within and between our operating businesses, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
Community Engagement & Care:
Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.
Competitive Compensation:
A comprehensive benefits plan, short-term and long-term incentive plan, and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
Inclusion at Emera:
At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.
Recruitment and Promotion Policy:
When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.
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