Who We Are
OCL Group Inc., is proudly 100% Canadian. We are a privately held, employee-owned, fully integrated general contractor with design-build solutions across Western Canada. We have been serving the energy and municipal infrastructure markets since 2009.

The formation of OCL was a direct result of a few long-tenured industry professionals with entrepreneurial spirits, wanting to get back to their roots and build an organization where people matter. Formed in 2009, OCL started their first project and began building around a business model focused on “People” and “Doing the Job Right”. Learn more about OCL here: www.oclgroup.ca

The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Commissioning Lead / Project Manager to join our team at Kearl Oilsands. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in commissioning management within complex industrial or oil sands projects and will take a leadership role in driving safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery.

Shift: 14/14, 12.5 hrs/day

Flights from Edmonton and/or Calgary

Compensation/Benefits

Competitive base salary, negotiable, based on experience

Can hire as a direct employee or as a *Direct Service Provider/Subcontractor

Eligible for annual bonus based on company performance

100% employer-paid drugs, travel, life & dependent life insurance, and AD&D;

Long-term disability

$7000 flex credit account per year (can roll into and health care spending account and/or RRSP)

Paid vacation

Cell phone allowance or company-provided cell phone

Company-provided IT assets

The company paid professional membership fees and/or dues (e.g., P. Eng)

DSPs - hourly wage only plus vehicle and insurance allowance; no overtime, benefits, vacation, or stat holiday pay

Key Duties / Responsibilities





Develop commissioning plans and strategies for projects

Coordinate and oversee the commissioning process

Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders

Ensure compliance with regulations and standards

Conduct inspections and tests to verify system performance

Identify and resolve deficiencies or issues

Document and report commissioning activities

Manage commissioning schedules and resources

Review and approve commissioning documentation

Conduct training and handover activities

Collaborate with contractors and vendors

Monitor progress and address project risks

Manage relationships with clients and stakeholders

Conduct post-commissioning evaluations and follow-ups

Ensure project completion within specified quality standards

Key Skills

Commissioning planning & execution: Ability to develop, manage, and execute commissioning plans across all project phases

Project Coordination: Skilled in aligning schedules, disciplines, and contractors toward common milestones

Site Support: Overseeing mechanical, piping and E&I; construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover to operations

Technical Skills: Candidates with prior experience in Aconex and Hexagon updates are strongly preferred

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of systems integration, instrumentation, controls, and power systems

Leadership:



Proven capability to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and manage performance in high-pressure environments

Problem-solving: Able to quickly identify, assess, and resolve issues impacting safety, quality, or schedule

Communication: Clear and effective communicator across all levels—field crews, vendors, engineering teams, and client stakeholders

Documentation & reporting: Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills for system completions, punch lists, test results, and turnover packages

Safety focus: Commitment to secure work practices and fostering a zero-incident culture

Adaptability: Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced site conditions with shifting priorities

Education/Work Experience/Qualifications

Minimum 5–10 years of experience in commissioning roles within the oil & gas, energy, or heavy industrial sectors

Engineering or Technical diploma/degree in a relevant discipline

5+ years of experience in commissioning in industrial environments

Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary construction and commissioning processes

Proven leadership, communication, and coordination skills

Familiarity with oil sands safety, regulatory, and operational standards is a strong asset

Valid safety certifications (e.g., First Aid, OSSA, CSTS, WHMIS, H2S Alive)

Ability to work in a remote camp-based setting and adapt to changing site conditions

Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Must be able to pass a criminal background check

OCL Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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📌 Commissioning Lead/Project Manager (Alberta)
🏢 OCL Group
📍 Alberta