Adecco is Hiring: Project Manager (High Voltage Transmission Projects) | 1-Year Contract | Edmonton, AB
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in utility, transmission, power infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects?
Adecco is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to support a major transmission program for a leading utility organization in Edmonton, Alberta. This is a 1-year contract opportunity offering the chance to lead multiple high-voltage transmission projects that play a critical role in maintaining and modernizing Alberta's electrical infrastructure.
This position is ideal for a project leader who thrives in complex environments, can manage multiple stakeholders, and has experience delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.
Location: Edmonton, AB
Hybrid work arrangement available
Standard business hours: Monday to Friday
Initial 1-year contract with potential for extension based on project requirements
Key Responsibilities As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of transmission projects from initiation through project closeout. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading multiple projects simultaneously, varying in size, scope, and complexity
Developing and maintaining project execution plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies
Managing all aspects of project delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives
Supporting hazard identification, risk assessments,



and protected work planning throughout all project phases
Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S;) requirements, environmental regulations, and internal HSE standards
Coordinating project activities across engineering, project controls, construction, operations, maintenance, and external contractor teams
Managing procurement activities, including: Development of Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Tendering and bid evaluations
Contract negotiations
Contract administration and vendor management

Monitoring project costs and maintaining accurate financial forecasts
Preparing project reporting, governance documentation, executive updates, and project performance metrics
Participating in field activities such as construction kick-offs, project walkdowns, site inspections, and safety audits
Supporting stakeholder engagement, permit acquisition, and environmental compliance activities where required
Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering OR Technical Diploma/Certificate combined with 10+ years of relevant project management experience
Minimum 5 years of Project Management experience in electrical utility, transmission, construction, energy, industrial, infrastructure,



or related environments
Proven experience managing complex capital projects through the full project lifecycle
Knowledge of energized substations and associated construction safety requirements
Experience with project permitting, environmental assessments, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder engagement
Solid understanding of Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies and PMBOK principles
Experience working on projects involving Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) processes or requirements
Experience with major equipment procurement and construction services contracting
Familiarity with project management and enterprise systems such as Oracle Projects, SharePoint, ProjectWise, work management, and scheduling platforms
Strong understanding of project controls, forecasting, scheduling, budgeting, change management, and contract administration
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, construction personnel, project controls specialists, contractors, and external stakeholders
Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical transmission infrastructure projects that support Alberta's growing energy needs. You will work alongside experienced engineering, construction, and project delivery teams while managing projects that directly impact the reliability and sustainability of the electrical grid.

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📌 Project Manager (Alberta)
🏢 Adecco
📍 Alberta