Manager, Planning & Scheduling

Manager, Planning & Scheduling (Non-Union)

Hamilton/ Brampton Markham

Full time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid

At Alectra, we’re not just about powering communities; we’re about empowering our people. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.

What you’ll do

The Manager, Planning and Scheduling is responsible for the planning, execution, development, monitoring and reporting on the schedule for delivery of projects and ensures the achievement of deadlines and budgets. This includes coordinating project resource acquisition (internally or externally) and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. This position also works in conjunction with, and supports, project stakeholders to define the project objectives and oversee quality control throughout the project life cycle.

- Oversees all project planning and execution including capital and connection work

- Supports or leads the development of project scope, goals, resource requirements and deliverables that align with business objectives in collaboration with senior management and project stakeholders

- Communicates project expectations, project status and progress to team members and stakeholders on a timely basis

- Prepares, monitors and updates CPM logic diagrams and master schedules for Capital Projects and Customer Connections

- Prepares resource loaded schedules and manpower histograms for individual capital and customer connections projects

- Establishes and continually manages project expectations, timelines and resources with team members and liaise with stakeholders per the project plan

- Prepares and analyzes project status reports to identify and troubleshoot problem areas

- Conducts project postmortems and develops recommendations to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements as well as evaluate the estimate for accuracy

- Shares best practice project management techniques and tools for project planning, execution, management, communication and the establishment and tracking of key performance metrics

- Works with operating project leads to establish the overall success criteria for the project, including time, budget, technical and performance parameters

- Delegates project tasks and responsibilities to appropriate team members

- Develops and maintains the project controls manual, including integrated systems and processes for project data collection, storage and reporting

- Measures the performance of projects to ensure continual improvement of process maps, procedures, work instructions and templates

- Ensures that objectives are met and those projects are delivered within time and cost targets and to the appropriate quality standards

- Ensures methodology, project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout projects

- Manages the flow of project information between departments through regular meetings and written communications

- Provides overall people leadership and direction through coaching, development, performance management and resource planning

- Provides input to annual business plans and budgets and manages resources accordingly

- Researches, recommends and implements new or enhanced policies, procedures and processes to improve operational effectiveness

- Ensures compliance with legislative, regulatory and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards

- Performs other duties as assigned

Who you are

Education & Specialized Knowledge

- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Business administration, Technology or recognized equivalent

- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification as asset

- Proficiency with MS Office applications

- Proficient in the use of project management software – experience in Oracle Primavera an asset

- Proven ability to prepare CPM logic diagrams and perform critical path analysis

Experience

- 5 years planning and scheduling experience in a production or similar environment

- Experience in the preparation, implementation and maintenance of Master Schedules that align with management reporting requirements

- Previous experience with an ERP system is highly desired

- Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products

- Strong ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams

- Strong planning skills, with the ability to assess the impact of decisions

- Excellent written and presentation skills, with the ability to organize and convey information in a compelling way

- Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines

- Strong conflict negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and resolve difficult situations

- Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license

Corporate Values and Conduct: Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra’s core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives

Where you will work

- Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

- We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.

- We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.

- We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:

- Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.

- Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.

- Hybrid work environment: Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact careers@alectra.com. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.