Project Manager, Electrical Distribution

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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