Project Manager

Job Description
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is looking to add a Project Manager to the Projects West Bio Products team in Vancouver, BC. This position provides project management for Bio Products projects, with responsibility for successful project delivery through the full project life cycle, from concept studies through to construction and commissioning, of small to large-scale capital projects.

Our clients and Projects
Designing the future, Transforming the world.
The Wood Bio Products business provides our team with challenging projects in the Pulp & Paper, Renewable Energy, Solid Wood, Seed Oils and related sectors. As a Wood project manager, you will be interfacing regularly with Bio Products clients, to ensure that our project delivery consistently exceeds client expectations.

The Role
The Project Manager will be responsible for overall project delivery in terms of cost, schedule, technical conformance, HSSEA (Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Assurance), quality, and compliance with both company procedures and regulatory requirements. We provide professionals with development opportunities, and with access to some of the most advanced tools globally, you will be equipped to perform at your peak.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the Bio Products business.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. Salary range: CAD $155, ,000 per year. Final salary will be based on relevant and applicable experience, education, and the specific skill set and qualifications required for the role.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities
Typical Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, environmentally responsible, timely, and on-budget project delivery.
• Manage distributed project teams to achieve cost-effective, efficient, safe, and timely completion of asset replacement or new capital/system improvement projects.
• Meet with clients to manage their expectations effectively.
• Ensure regular and transparent communication with all stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
• Develop and execute project plans, designs, and studies that meet client needs and comply with all applicable regulations.
• Oversee the development of project budgets, schedules, and reports.
• Identify and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Adhere to change management strategies to manage and adapt to changes in project scope, timelines, and resources.
• Maintain communication channels with clients, stakeholders, and internal personnel to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Provide status reports to project sponsors regarding overall project progress and performance.
• Proactively manage scope changes and resolve complex issues with clients and internal teams.
• Support the growth and development of the project management function by continuously improving project delivery systems and procedures.
• Mentor junior project managers, technical staff, and project services support.
• Provide technical stewardship related to project execution.
• Apply project management best practices.
• Collaborate with remote offices and client operational locations.
• Undertake short-term site assignments to work closely with clients on project development and execution.

Qualifications
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected

• Project Management background with a minimum of five years' experience in Bio Products / Pulp & Paper projects
• Must possess a high degree of originality, skill, and proficiency in the various broad phases of engineering application and knowledge of quality management
• Good communication skills including excellent oral, written and presentation skills for communication with internal team, stakeholders and clients.
• Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future, is required.
• Engineering Degree or a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate are preferred, although other technical qualifications coupled with a track record of successful project delivery experience will be considered.
• P Eng is a preference. US PE is an asset.

About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.