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”. 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 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 ~ DSPs - hourly wage only plus vehicle and insurance allowance; no overtime, benefits, vacation, or stat holiday pay Develop commissioning plans and strategies for projects Coordinate and oversee the commissioning process Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders Conduct inspections and tests to verify system performance 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 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: 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 Able to quickly identify, assess, and resolve issues impacting safety, quality, or schedule Clear and effective communicator across all levels—field crews, vendors, engineering teams, and client stakeholders Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills for system completions, punch lists, test results, and turnover packages 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 ~ Solid understanding of multi-disciplinary construction and commissioning processes ~ Familiarity with oil sands safety, regulatory, and operational standards is a strong asset ~ Ability to work in a remote camp-based environment and adapt to changing site conditions ~ Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test ~

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