Highlights of the job

 

We are hiring

a

P

roject Manager

,

Electrical

Distribution

[

Full-time Permanent

]

position

working out of Edmonton, AB

.

This opportunity is open to internal and external candidates. Current EPCOR Employees, please ensure that you are using your

“@epcor.com”

email address.

 

The Project Manager

, Electrical

Distribution,

reports to the Manager,

Electrical

Distribution Project

and

is accountable for managing and successfully completing a portfolio of annual projects and programs within

Electrical

Distribution to meet growth demands, fulfill requirements under

EPCOR Distribution & Transmission Inc. (

EDTI

)

Franchise an

d TELUS

agreements, service new customers, and enhance system reliability and safety. Overall responsibilities also include ensuring project budgets are accurate and complete, obtaining required approvals from internal and external stakeholders and governing bodies

 

This position may be eligible

to participate in

EPCOR’s

Where We Work hybrid program

after completing 12 months in the role

– depending on business needs

and upon meeting the eligibility requirements

.

 

What

you’d

be responsible for

 

• Providing significant contributions or inputs

  to the Distr

  ibution Projects Business Plan, with an

  appropriate understanding of the

  EPCOR Utilities Inc. (

  EUI

  )

  and Distribution Projects strategy

  to ensure alignment, positive

  relationships,

  and seamless collaboration

  between

  EDTI, Project Management as well as across EUI teams.

 

• Developing and implementing an optimized annual portfolio management plan by reviewing and analyzing EDTI’s annual projects and budgets to ensure that crew workloads are

  balanced,

  and cost efficiency opportunities are realized, and project deadlines are met.

 

• Managing the project/program funding and approval process in a timely fashion, including the development of appropriate support material for annual budget process and documentation for off-cycle approvals, up to and including

  Financial Review Council (

  FRC

  )

  approval limits, in accordance with EPCOR’s Capital Investment Policy.

 

• Designing

  and communicating

  comprehensive project charters for each assigned capital project or program ensuring budget and resource estimates are accurate given available data; assumptions, and constraints are documented, and the scope and estimate methodology are clearly outlined to create a baseline for project reporting and variance analysis.

 

• Oversee

  ing

  the end to end (E2E) project management process ranging from

  defining

  project requirements;

  assigning

  and communicating

  scopes of work to internal and external resources based on current priorities and deadlines;

  to

  monitoring

  ,

  controlling and reporting on project

  performance

  and costs on an ongoing basis

  in accordance with corporate, EDTI and any

  site-specific

  safety and environmental

  requirements.

 

• Defining

  the Issue

  for Construction (

  IFC

  )

  target dates and arranging construction meeting

  s

  as well as design walk-throughs on large-scale or complex projects to ensure timely review and delivery of complete work order packages

 

• Assessing,

  evaluating,

  and appointing external contractors and consultants with adequate qualifications, cost minimization, and proper contractor management practices – to support project execution in compliance with EDTI procurement, regulatory,

  Health Safety & Environment (

  HSE

  )

  , and legal requirements

 

• Managing regulatory and permitting requirements with external

  stakeholders

  including but not limited to:

  Alberta Utilities

  Commission (

  AUC

  )

  ,

  Alberta Electric System Operator

  (

  AESO

  )

  , City of Edmonton

  (CoE)

  , Province of Alberta, Alberta Infrastructure, Alberta Environment, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, other regulatory and government agencies.

 

• Conduct routine site inspections on projects sites documenting any safety or environmental risks or deficiencies found and assign appropriate corrective actions. Support HS&E led investigations as required.

 

• Support the execution of work in achieving project compliance and meeting performance metrics by:

  • Leading and facilitating

    projects

    kick-off and planning meetings for all large-scale, high-profile, environmentally

    sensitive,

    or complex projects.

  • Maintaining open communication channels with field crews, inspectors, contractors,

    engineering

    or other external parties.

  • E

    valuating

    work progress and

    maintaining

    project metrics reports while ensuring a

    ll changes are documented and approved through

    the change

    order process.

 

What’s required to be successful

 

• Successful completion of

  a

  Degree

  in Civil or Electrical Engineering.

• Must be registered

  with APEGA as a P. Eng. or PL or aspire towards becoming a certified professional 6 months after being hired into the role

  .

  • A Professional Licensee (PL) in Civil or Electrical Engineering with extensive experience in trades,

    construction,

    or project

    management, will be considered

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) designation will be considered an asset

    .

• 5+ years

  of progressive

  experience in electrical distribution systems

  is

  required

  .

• Candidates possessing less than the required years of experience may be considered at a developmental level.

• Knowledge of or experience in

  Aerial and Underground Distribution system

  design or

  construction

  methods,

  procedures, work practices and techniques

  will be considered an asset

  .

• In-depth knowledge of the Customer Connection Guide and EDTI’s Terms and Conditions for Connection and Access

  Service is an asset.

• Experience in project management of complex utility design and construction projects is an asset

  .

• Demonstrated ability to

  understand and manage complex budgets

  and schedules

  relative to this area of responsibility.

• Possess

  strong project management and team leadership

  skills with a combined ability to build meaningful

  interpersonal and collaborative relations

  hips

  within EPCOR and external stakeholders

  .

• Excellent

  communication and facilitation

  skills to influence problem solving around technical or complex issues

  .

• Can apply

  professional judgments

  to make

  sound decisions

  while

  managing

  shifting priorities in a dynamic and agile environment

  .

• High level of competenc

  e

  with computer software. In particular: Microsoft Office, Ivara and other work Management tools such as MS Project.

 

As our best candidate, you

actively use a variety of communication styles and can gain buy-in, champion process improvements, work independently and lead others. You have exceptional communication, facilitation and management skills that engage all audience levels. You excel at motivating and supporting others with positive and constructive

feedback. Your skills transcend project management, managing shifting priorities in a dynamic and agile environment with exceptional scope, cost, and schedule management.

 

Other

important facts

about this job

 

Jurisdiction and Hours of Work:

This is a professional level position and that typically works Monday to Friday (

40 hours

per week)

 

EPCOR Employees

: P

lease ensure that you are using your “

@epcor.com

” email address.

 

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Please note the following information:

 

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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