Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required.
5+ years of Project Management experience in a related field.
Formal Project Management training (e.g., PMP) preferred or ability to achieve within one year of hire.
Comprehensive knowledge of commissioning practices and best practices.
Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical interactions.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Responsibilities
Drive project execution by setting priorities, procedures, and schedules.
Delegate and oversee tasks performed by team members.
Manage projects through all lifecycle stages from initiation to closure.
Facilitate project kick-off meetings to define objectives and scope.
Develop detailed Work Plans to meet project timelines and budgets.
Maintain financial records and keep stakeholders informed on project status.
Lead commissioning team in field reviews and testing of systems.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Supportive team environment fostering cooperation and success.
Involvement in diverse domestic and international projects.
Potential for repeat business due to strong client relationships.
Access to tools and templates to enhance project quality and efficiency.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Your Opportunity
The Project Manager is directly responsible for the overall successful execution and delivery of the project, to the Client, according to the contract. The Project Manager represents and is the primary administrator and communications link between all project stakeholders. He/she relies on past experience and expertise to manage typical commissioning projects, perform the project management job responsibilities with minimal supervision, and creates a plan to meet the client's expectations and goals and provides a positive experience. Capable of pursuing opportunities and managing all project activities, without oversight or support, on projects with the following characteristics:
Any size project
Standard project complexity
Standard to Long schedule duration projects
Proposal preparation, any format
Multi-Phase project design or multi-phase construction
Management of Domestic and International Projects
Your Key Responsibilities
Drive the work on the project; set the priorities, procedures, scope and schedule; publish and coordinate project team member assignments with the Studio Leader and Operations Director; obtain resource commitment for all commissioning disciplines
Delegates and oversees project tasks to be performed by other Cx team members.
Manage assigned projects through all stages of the project lifecycle; including, Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring & Control, and Project Closure
Follow and implement all established company processes and procedures
Facilitate a project kick-off meeting involving all members of the project team and related personnel in order to clearly define the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project
Independently develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget (Business Mindset); identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation
Maintain contractual, business and financial related records for the project; keep the client, Studio Leader, Operations Director, and the Accounting Department informed on the financial status of the project
Lead and support Commissioning team in active field reviews, testing, issue capture and issues resolution of mechanical, electrical and automation related technical services within facilities.
Lead and assist in generating Functional Performance test scripts based upon project specific sequences of operation for mechanical, electrical and life safety systems.
Lead and assist in facilitating, witnesses and documenting functional performance testing of mechanical, electrical and life safety systems.
Develop Cx plans and specifications.
Attend Cx pre-proposal meetings, Cx kick-off meetings and additional meetings as required for designated Cx projects.
Execute and manage commissioning assignments encompassing both in office and on-site activities and requirements.
Monitor Cx activities on an ongoing basis to ensure timely and efficient completion of Cx work and ensure compliance of project contract Cx requirements.
Direct, coordinate, and support the project team to meet the objectives of the client and the project profitability goals
Identify QA/QC requirements for the project and schedule appropriate technical reviews
Manage the client's expectations to a positive outcome; participate in client meetings asrequired
Notify the client of changes in project scope, prepare estimates for additional fees, issue work authorization to client and obtain client approval prior to performing any additional services
Actively participates in cross selling of services and new project pursuits
Make a personal investment in professional growth and development by seeking ways to expand responsibility, knowledge, and abilities
Create and maintain purpose-built tools that support the Project Management of the projects unique to your Business Unit; including templates and standardize deliverables, to increase overall project quality and efficiency
Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to add expanded services to the client in order to add revenue; notify appropriate personnel of the opportunity; responsible for repeat business due to respect and confidence in the PM from the client
Develop commissioning (Cx) scopes of services, Cx cost estimates and Cx proposals.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Possess comprehensive knowledge of commissioning practices within own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principles of other disciplines
Comprehensive knowledge of Cx best practices and processes.
Communicates in a clear, concise and professional manner; demonstrates strong written, oral, listening, and presentation skills to confidently interact and coordinate both technical and non-technical issues with the internal project team, Client and other Consultants
Manages work independently and delegates and utilizes other staff and productive partners effectively
Demonstrates excellent organizational and time management skills regarding projects, reports and other commitments; completes assignments in a quality and timely fashion; able to manage multiple priorities concurrently; is punctual and dependable
Effectively builds positive morale on the team by inspiring confidence, instilling enthusiasm and cohesiveness, and influencing employees to act
Demonstrates strong leadership and team-building skills by creating an atmosphere of cooperation and cohesiveness between teams, the Client, and other Consultants, to foster an environment of success
Maintains a positive, self-motivated, can-do attitude; is adaptable and flexible
Domestic travel is required for the role
Posses a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
Education and Experience
Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required
5+Years of Project Management experience in a related field
Formal Project Management training (ex. PMP) or ability to achieve within one-year of hire is preferred.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
