Assistant Project Leader

Location: Hamilton, Ontario
Status: Temp, Full - Time (18 - months)

Education level: Successful completion of a 4-year university degree
Deadline to apply: September 3, 2026

Travel: 10%

Salary Range: $1983.47/weekly – $2623.29/weekly

Laurentis Energy Partners (LEP) is on a high growth trajectory. We offer an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a work environment where safety is a core value. We seek ambitious and intelligent leaders in the energy industry with the ability to think differently to find new ways to solve problems. Being an Laurentis employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills, and make a valuable contribution to enhancing Ontario's energy sector. Our values are our strengths, and they are fundamental truths about us that do not change. Safety. Integrity. Excellence. People and Citizenship.

JOB OVERVIEW
Assist Supervisor and other staff in administering the organization, coordination, and execution of assigned project(s) within multidiscipline project portfolios. Provide technical support on matrix project execution teams. Under direction of Supervisor or delegate, prepare and facilitate project documentation. Within scope of accountability, ensure appropriate Project Management and Contract Management governance is followed.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Assist Supervisor and more senior staff with coordinating and controlling defined stages of project management in accordance with Project Management governance for assigned projects or project packages in various project phases, as circumstances require.

Assist with implementing approved Project Management processes for phase-gating, integration, scope, schedule, cost, change control, estimating, communications and reporting, and risk.

Support supervisor and senior staff in managing the engineering, procurement, and construction of assigned projects, ensuring all project objectives and commitments are controlled and delivered within targets of safety, quality, budget, and schedule.

Support Supervisor and senior staff in the preparation of Business Case Submissions to senior management, the Executive Office, and the Board of Directors, for project approval and the release of funds. Assist in the preparation and coordination of all information pertinent to an assigned project and alternatives to be considered for input into planning.

Maintain close liaison with field construction forces and operations on matters involving design, schedules, costing and other related issues under the guidance and with assistance of senior staff. Assist in providing immediate and higher management with regular project or work package reports.



Monitor, evaluate and report on cost and schedule, and manage changes. Review cost variance reports, provide explanations and recommendations for disposition of variances, and take corrective actions when required.

Resolve and assist with the resolution of issues and problems, as necessary to ensure that project deliverables are achieved as per plan, and that any changes to scope, schedule and cost are managed and approved in line with process and procedure.

Maintain communications with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and agencies, and cooperate with the exchange of relevant information as required to meet the project objectives. As assigned, arrange and chair meetings involving appropriate stakeholders with a given project. Guide and direct discussions involving internal staff, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and the like, in an effort to efficiently and effectively meet project objectives. Coordinate the preparation of project turnover documentation and ensure completeness. Document and address outstanding project deficiencies.

Visit various site locations, manufacturers, and suppliers, as required. Be prepared to observe plant sites and installations in Canada and outside the country to observe manufacturing progress, techniques, equipment, etc. Provide input as required, and utilize knowledge gained for Laurentis Energy Partners application.

Support maintaining the awareness of, and keep assigned project parties informed of latest construction, budgeting, estimating and scheduling practices and other corporate procedures. Support the review and maintain awareness of all Corporate and local procedures pertinent to project control and administration. Maintain process compliance during project execution and advise supervisor if compliance cannot be achieved.

Other Duties as Required

EDUCATION

4-year university degree, Engineering, Science or Business

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation is a desirable asset

Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is a desirable asset

QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking dynamic and results-driven professionals who have the following:

Excellent problem-solving abilities and the ability to provide guidance.





Experience and knowledge of cost accounting and forecasting as it relates to project management.

Prior experience applying commercial contracting methods, contract management, construction methods, codes and standards, quality assurance, and health and safety.

Proven ability as a team player to understand and manage the interrelationships of various internal and external groups to facilitate objectives and ensure projects satisfy stakeholder requirements.

Demonstrated experience addressing environmental protection and associated concerns.

Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills and highly developed organizational skills.

WHY Laurentis Energy Partners?
Laurentis offers an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. Being an Laurentis employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario's success.

Here's why Laurentis Energy Partners might just be the ideal workplace for you:

Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide

Fast growing and agile working environment

Long-term career growth and development opportunities

If you are looking to learn from others and be part of something important, and you are excited about the future of Energy, you will find the right fit at Laurentis.

Our promise to you:

We care about the safety and well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.

A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.

Opportunities to stretch and develop in our diverse lines of business.

Provide spaces for innovative thinking and solutions.

Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.

We support employment equity and diversity.

APPLICATION PROCESS
This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Laurentis thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Laurentis values a fair, transparent, and human-centered recruitment process. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making systems to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our Recruitment team to ensure a thorough, consistent, and equitable hiring process.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Laurentis is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

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📌 Assistant Project Leader (Ontario)
🏢 Laurentis Energy Partners
📍 Ontario