JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Manager is accountable to provide leadership and direction to a project team and/or a portfolio of projects focused on life extending SaskPower's existing coal fired generating stations. The Project Manager will require extensive knowledge of advanced project management practices for industrial projects. Experience in thermal power plants and development/administration of large commercial contracts will be considered an asset. As a member of SaskPower's management team, this position is responsible for the effective utilization of people, material, financial resources and human capital in order to manage, coordinate and lead major projects for the whole project lifecycle; ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate strategic goals and objectives.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Manage the scope, schedule cost, contracts and relationships between stakeholders of all assigned projects according to project specifications
Manage the project team and oversee integration, communications, quality, risk and procurement integration and strategies
Report on trends, variances and provide leadership to take corrective action when project(s) deviate from original plans and objectives
Manage project work load(s) by delegating responsibilities and authority to task managers and project team members
Prepare and submit project budget estimates and tender evaluations in alignment with departmental strategic plans and forecasting initiatives
Plan and prepare project schedules and milestones while monitoring progress against established schedules
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Develop and implement appropriate quality, change management and communication strategies
Anticipate, assess and manage project risks during execution
Assess, develop and implement new technologies, standards, processes and methodologies
Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure necessary and qualified personnel are assigned to projects
Represent SaskPower on matters both internal and external to the corporation
Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients, senior management and executive staff
Ensure project plans and tasks are implemented in accordance with applicable technical, environmental and safety regulations, policies and procedures
Provide and demonstrate leadership, team building and direction to project personnel including SaskPower and Contractor employees
Other related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering or related field
Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) (PMP, Prince2)
10 years of related experience as a project manager in an electrical utility or Industrial environment working with medium to large sized, multi-discipline project teams executing large scale, complex, high-risk projects
5 years of experience working in the electrical industry or in an industrial business (mining, oil and gas, etc.) in an engineering or construction management role
Direct experience leading medium to large scale, complex projects in either a green field or brown field environment.
Ability to strategize, plan and organize
Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
Results oriented thinker, with the ability to influence and manage complex and confidential projects/issues with sensitivity and professionalism
Ability to meet deadlines and deal with quick turnarounds
Ability to manage tasks and direction effectively
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Strong team leader with the ability to influence the performance of others
Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
Demonstrated skill in SaskPower's competencies
Must have a continuing record of professional development
A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered
SaskPower
2025 Victoria Ave
Regina
Saskatchewan Canada
www.saskpower.com
