Director of Project Services

Job summary

Lead multidisciplinary project services teams and establish organization-wide standards, processes, and governance for project controls. Oversee cost, schedule, risk, change, reporting, commercial activities, and performance across major midstream capital projects, while advising senior leaders and supporting client and stakeholder alignment.

Job details

Director, Project Services (Midstream) – Project Controls | Calgary, AB | Full-Time – ID#7291 Are you ready to make an impact in the midstream oil & gas industry? Join PTAG, a leading Project Management Advisory & Services firm, recognized across North America for helping world-class clients deliver major capital projects successfully. We are seeking a Director, Project Services (Midstream) to support our growing team in Calgary, AB. In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving project excellence, collaborating with industry leaders, and ensuring high-quality outcomes across complex initiatives. About PTAG At PTAG, we help our clients plan, manage, and execute their most challenging projects with innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Our mission is to help our clients achieve successful delivery and efficient operation of their capital projects. Our vision is to support global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their major initiatives. Our Values Include Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers, and clients is always the top priority. Collaboration: We build true partnerships with clients and service providers. Leadership: We elevate project performance through the application of best practices. Accountability: We take responsibility for every aspect of our engagements. Client Satisfaction: We strive for 100% satisfaction on every project. Integrity: We believe in open and transparent communication at all levels. Role & Responsibilities In this role, you will: Leadership & Strategy Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project services teams (planning, cost, risk, change management, and reporting). Establish and drive enterprise-wide project services standards, processes, and governance frameworks. Partner with Project Directors and Executive Leadership to align project services strategy with business objectives. Provide leadership in high-pressure, complex project environments and guide recovery strategies when needed. Project Services Oversight Oversee cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, progress measurement, and cash flow. Lead risk identification, mitigation, and change management processes. Ensure accurate and timely project reporting, dashboards, and KPIs. Validate project performance against baseline and implement corrective actions. Midstream Project Execution Provide leadership across midstream assets including pipelines, gas processing plants, and large capital programs ($50MM–$1B+). Support joint venture (JV) reporting and stakeholder alignment. Oversee progress measurement methodologies including earned value, milestones, and physical progress tracking. Process Development & Continuous Improvement Develop and implement project services procedures, workflows, and tools across the organization. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned, and process optimization. Enhance document control systems, reporting frameworks, and data governance. Commercial & Stakeholder Management Support contract management, bid evaluation, and commercial negotiations. Oversee progress invoicing, revenue recognition, and client reporting. Engage with clients, contractors, and vendors to ensure alignment on performance and reporting. Present project status, risks, and financial outlook to senior leadership. Qualifications / Requirements To succeed in this role, you bring: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related discipline preferred); MBA or equivalent business education is a strong asset. 12+ years of progressive experience in project services / project controls within oil & gas, with strong midstream exposure. Proven leadership experience managing teams on large, complex capital projects. Strong expertise in cost control, planning & scheduling, risk management, and change management. Experience establishing processes, standards, and governance frameworks. Advanced proficiency in SAP PS, Excel, and reporting tools. Experience with Primavera P6 and/or MS Project; familiarity with EcoSys, Prism, and SharePoint is an asset. AACE CCP (or similar certification) preferred. Strategic leadership and decision-making, with strong commercial and financial acumen. Excellent stakeholder communication and presentation skills. Ability to manage complexity and drive results under pressure, with a continuous improvement mindset. Salary Range for Role $215,000 – $220,000 CAD Compensation at PTAG varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Why Join PTAG? At PTAG, you’ll be part of a dynamic, growing consulting firm that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and capital projects. Exposure to industry-leading clients and partners. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible work environment and opportunities for advancement. A culture that values safety, accountability, and excellence. PTAG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. PTAG uses AI-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including reviewing applications against job-related criteria. These tools are used to assist our recruiters. All hiring decisions are made by PTAG recruiters and hiring managers.

What you’ll do

Lead multidisciplinary project services teams and establish organization-wide standards, processes, and governance for project controls. Oversee cost, schedule, risk, change, reporting, commercial activities, and performance across major midstream capital projects, while advising senior leaders and supporting client and stakeholder alignment.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably mechanical, and 12 or more years of progressive project services or project controls experience in oil and gas, including strong midstream exposure; an MBA or equivalent business education is an asset. Candidates should bring large-project leadership, expertise in cost, scheduling, risk, and change management, advanced SAP PS and Excel skills, and strong commercial, financial, communication, and decision-making abilities; AACE CCP or similar certification is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Flexible Work Environment
• Professional Development
• Advancement Opportunities

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Services Leadership
• Project Controls
• Cost Control
• Cost Estimating
• Budgeting And Forecasting
• Planning And Scheduling
• Risk Management
• Change Management
• Earned Value Management
• Project Reporting
• SAP PS
• Excel
• Primavera P6
• Commercial Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Continuous Improvement

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Consulting
• Engineering
• Finance & Accounting

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