Altex Industries Inc. is a leading Canadian company specializing in the fabrication, manufacturing, and field servicing of industrial air coolers, heat exchangers, and pressure vessels for the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power Generation, and Industrial sectors.

With a strong commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and customer service, we take pride in delivering exceptional solutions to our clients while providing our employees with a safe, supportive, and rewarding workplace.

We are currently seeking an experienced Manager, Field Projects to join our Edmonton Head Office team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys leading project teams, developing employees, building strong client relationships, and overseeing the successful execution of industrial field projects across Canada.

About the Role

Reporting to the Vice President, Field Operations, the Manager, Field Projects is responsible for the overall leadership and execution of Altex's field projects. This role oversees multiple projects and Project Managers, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while supporting business growth and operational excellence.

Working closely with clients, Project Managers, Field Supervisors, Estimating, Engineering, Operations, and support teams, the Manager, Field Projects provides leadership, allocates resources, manages project risk, supports business development, and mentors employees throughout the project lifecycle. Regular travel to customer and project sites across Canada is required.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide leadership and oversight for multiple industrial field projects.
- Lead, mentor, and support Project Managers and project teams.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements.




- Monitor project performance, resource utilization, schedules, costs, and financial results.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
- Support project planning, execution, risk management, and problem resolution.
- Review project estimates, budgets, forecasts, and change management.
- Promote continuous improvement, quality, and safety throughout all field operations.
- Support business development activities, client meetings, and proposal reviews.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications Required

- Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline

OR

- Journeyperson trades certification combined with significant industrial project management experience
- Minimum 8 years of project management experience in industrial maintenance, fabrication, construction, or field services.
- Previous experience leading project teams or supervising Project Managers.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Experience using Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred
- PMP (Project Management Professional) designation.
- Membership with APEGA, ASET, or another recognized professional association.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power Generation, or Heavy Industrial projects.




- Knowledge of ASME, API, TEMA, or related industry codes and standards.
- Experience managing project financial performance, forecasting, and client contracts.

What You'll Bring We're looking for a leader who can build relationships, develop people, and deliver results.

The ideal candidate will have:

- Solid leadership and coaching abilities.
- Exceptional communication and client relationship skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen.
- Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- A collaborative leadership style with a focus on accountability.
- A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- The ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Why Join Altex? At Altex Industries, our people are our greatest asset. We believe in investing in our employees and providing opportunities to grow professionally while working on challenging industrial projects throughout Canada.

We offer

- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Employer RRSP matching program
- Paid vacation
- Company cell phone
- Professional development opportunities
- Secure, full-time employment
- Collaborative leadership team
- Opportunities for career growth
- A robust safety-first culture

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s)

- Do you have a minimum of 8 years of project management experience in industrial maintenance, fabrication, construction, or field services?
- Have you managed industrial field projects in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power Generation, or Heavy Industrial industries?
- Do you have experience leading or supervising Project Managers, Project Coordinators, or field project teams?
- Do you have experience managing multiple projects simultaneously?

Work Location: In person

📌 Manager, Field Projects (Edmonton)
🏢 Altex Industries
📍 Edmonton