Project Lead (EMS)

Project Lead (EMS)

The Project Lead will be part of a team developing energy solutions for large business and institutional customers including electric vehicle charging, battery storage, solar PV and power generation. participate in the development and implementation specified protocols to be employed in planning work and the preparation of schedules. Update, monitor and analyze specified areas of cost and schedule performance. Identify performance variances regarding actual versus planned results. Participate in developing Department-specific procedures, instructions, guidelines that facilitate the two-way flow of cost and schedule information.

This role partners with PowerON’s EMS team to deliver energy management software solutions across multiple concurrent electrification projects, requiring strong expertise in energy management systems, EV charging infrastructure, and behind-the-meter load management, along with hands-on experience in software delivery and systems integration. The position blends project and product management responsibilities, including discovery, requirements gathering, and translating operational needs into defined features and scope, while operating at the intersection of software development and infrastructure execution. A background in electrical engineering or software systems is preferred, with experience in SCADA, OT/ICS environments, or grid services integration considered an asset, along with familiarity in IT/OT interfaces such as network infrastructure, data management, and site-level controls.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Project management activities from conception through to operations including front-end planning and project controls in accordance with Project Management governance

- Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

- Support Project Development team with initiatives as appropriate

- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

- Ensure compliance with commercial and project management framework

- Ensure that projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

- Following project controls processes to manage changes in scope, schedule and costs

- Track and report on project performance, status, schedules, and budgets

- Support project conception and assist in investigation of growth opportunities that maximizes value for clients and support PowerON’s commercial objectives

- Assist the Project Development team in the maintenance of project requirements, supporting delivery of performant highly complex projects

- Maintain relationships and communication with internal and external stakeholders

- Maintain close liaison with field construction contractors and customer site representatives to ensure successful project execution during construction, commissioning, and project close-out

- Manage third-party contractors to ensure alignment on matters involving design, schedules, costing, and other related issues including involvement in the procurement process

- Create and review project schedules with the customer and project team to ensure on time project delivery

- Develop and manage project budgets and maintain project profitability

- Review cost variance reports, provide explanations and recommendations for disposition of variances, and take corrective actions when required

- Perform risk management to minimize project risks and suggest strategies to proactively overcome challenges

- Maintain close liaison with field construction forces and operations

- Visit various site locations, manufacturers, and suppliers as required

- Optimize internal processes to improve efficiency

- Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

- University Degree in Engineering or related field.

- PMP is an asset

- 5+ years of experience in engineering and/or project management

- Direct experience managing electrical projects involving, solar, batteries, generation, distribution or EV’s an asset

- Experience leading and overseeing construction site operations, system commissioning activities, and compliance with related health and safety and environmental regulations.

- Technical knowledge of EV charging, battery storage and other electrical equipment

- Self-initiated and intellectually curious, with a strong interest in electrification

- Enjoys interacting and collaborating with clients, vendors, and diverse teams

While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons.

PowerON will accommodate candidates under the AODA legislation in all aspects of the hiring process. Please notify us if accommodation is required.

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